Tokyo stocks climbed Wednesday morning, as exporter shares were lifted by a weaker yen against the U.S. dollar amid rekindling concer ... ( read original story ...)
Senate passes landmark crypto regulation bill on a bipartisan vote, sending it to the House
The 68-30 vote on the GENIUS Act was the first time that the Senate has passed major legislation to regulate digital assets.
Senate passes GENIUS stablecoin bill in a win for the crypto industry
In a 68-30 vote on Tuesday evening, the Senate overwhelmingly passed the GENIUS Act with bipartisan support. Eighteen Democrats joined the majority of Republicans in passing the bill, which is the ...
Senate passes landmark crypto regulation bill with bipartisan support
It advanced out of the Senate Banking Committee in March with bipartisan backing, but bled Democratic support weeks later when it was revealed that an Abu Dhabi-backed firm would use $2 billion in ...
US Senate passes stablecoin bill in milestone for crypto industry
The U.S. Senate on Tuesday passed a bill to create a regulatory framework for U.S.-dollar-pegged cryptocurrency tokens known as stablecoins, in a watershed moment for the digital asset industry.
Nissan to launch new Leaf EV with better range in US, Japan, Europe
Nissan Motor Co. said Tuesday it will launch a new model of its Leaf electric vehicle with enhanced driving range and charging pow ... ( read original story ...)
New Limited-Time Toy Story Popcorn Bucket Coming to Tokyo Disneyland
A new Toy Story popcorn bucket will be available for two days only at Tokyo Disney Resort. Toy Story Popcorn Bucket – ¥3,600 The new popcorn bucket is shaped like a cube with details on each side. The ... ( read original story ...)
Japan exports post first drop in 8 months as auto firms shoulder US tariff costs
Japan's exports fell in May for the first time in eight months as big automakers such as Toyota absorbed the costs of sweeping tariffs imposed by the U.S., and the failure of the Asian nation to reach ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM Ishiba says disagreements remain with U.S. on tariff talks
Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said his country has not reached a comprehensive tariff agreement with the United States as some disagreements persist between the two nations. ( read original story ...)
Tubi Acquires Naomi Osaka Tennis Doc ‘The Second Set’ (Exclusive)
The documentary, to debut in August 2025, will center on Osaka picking up the racket and getting back into competition after the birth of her first child, Shai. ( read original story ...)
Democratic divisions emerge as Congress tackles crypto regulation
Some in the party want to be leading the charge on policy for the quickly developing industry, while others are focused on pushing back against Trump’s ties to it.
Bitcoin falls to $104,000 as Iran-Israel conflict escalates: CNBC Crypto World
On today's episode of CNBC Crypto World, bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies fall as tensions in the Middle East rise and investors digest weaker-than-expected U.S. economic data. Plus, the Senate gears up for a vote on the GENIUS Act stablecoin legislation.
Japan’s Exports Fell for First Time in Eight Months as Tariffs Weighed
TOKYO—Japan’s exports declined for the first time in eight months in May, highlighting the impact of President Trump’s tariffs. Exports, a main engine of growth for Japan’s economy, fell 1.7% in May ...
Japan manufacturers’ confidence dips in June on tariffs, China woes
Japanese manufacturers grew less confident about business conditions in June and expressed caution about the outlook for the next three months, citing U.S. tariff uncertainties and weak Chinese demand ...
Tokyo stocks slightly higher in early trading on weaker yen
Tokyo stocks were slightly higher early Wednesday, as selling after overnight falls on Wall Street amid caution over escalating tensions in the Middle East was offset by buying of exporter shares on a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan exports fall at sharpest pace in 8 months, down 1.7%
The fall was softer than the 3.8% decline forecasted by economists polled by Reuters, but was a reversal compared to the 2% gain recorded in April. ( read original story ...)