But can the Indian government–or any government, for that matter–really ban all non-government cryptocurrencies? According to Kumar Guarav, the founder and chief executive of Cashaa, doesn’t think so. ( read original story ...)
Japan government calls for release of Aung San Suu Kyi, restoration of democracy in Myanmar
Japan called on Myanmar on Monday to release Aung San Suu Kyi and others arrested after the military seized power from a democratically elected government, adding it had long supported democracy in ... ( read original story ...)
The Latest: Japan expresses ‘serious concern’ about Myanmar
The Latest on the military takeover in Myanmar (all times local): 5:40 p.m. Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi expressed “serious concern” ... ( read original story ...)
Roundup: Tokyo stocks close higher on bargain hunting, earnings reports
Tokyo stocks closed higher Monday as investors bought on dips following the benchmark Nikkei stock index sharp declines last week whi ... ( read original story ...)
toshihiko shibuya casts colored reflections with winter art installation in japan
japanese artist toshihiko shibuya continues to create art alongside nature with the 13th edition of his ongoing ‘snow pallet’ series. this winter shibuya has installed 70 colo ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka cites Serena Williams, Billie Jean King as inspirations for investment in soccer team
Naomi Osaka said it was Serena Williams and Billie Jean King, and also her boyfriend, who influenced her decision to become part-owner of women's soccer te ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka says Serena, Billie Jean inspired her US soccer investment
Serena Williams and Billie Jean King, along with Naomi Osaka's boyfriend, influenced the three-time Grand Slam winner's decision to become part-owner of soccer team North Carolina Courage, she ... ( read original story ...)
The Latest: Japan official dismissed, defied virus emergency
A Japanese vice education minister has been dismissed from his Cabinet post over his recent visit at an expensive Tokyo hostess club ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Expected to Extend COVID-19 State of Emergency: Sources
Japan is expected to extend a state of emergency on Tuesday to fight the spread of COVID-19 for Tokyo and other areas, three sources with knowledge of the legal procedures said on Monday. The ... ( read original story ...)
Swiss Crypto Broker Targets Large Investors as Demand Jumps
Crypto Broker AG received a securities house license from Swiss financial regulator Finma that will allow the company to offer services to more institutional investors. ( read original story ...)
Airtasker IPO will test a ‘GameStopped’ ASX
The first big IPOs of the year are always a test for market sentiment. The proposed float of online jobs board Airtasker is no different. ( read original story ...)
Japanese shares end higher as upbeat earnings forecasts aid sentiment
Japanese shares closed higher on Monday, after two straight sessions of declines, as upbeat earnings forecasts and gains in beaten-down chipmakers lifted sentiment. ( read original story ...)
Japan expected to extend Covid-19 state of emergency
A Nikkei newspaper poll showed 90% of respondents favoured extending the emergency period in areas where it is implemented ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Shinkin Central Bank sets up 1st Asia subsidiary in Singapore
Shinkin Central Bank, the central institution for credit associations in Japan, has decided to set up a wholly owned subsidiary in Singapore this month, its first local arm in Asia. Shinkin Singapore ... ( read original story ...)
Bank of England to Stir Debate Over U.K. Negative Interest Rates
The Bank of England is preparing to take a significant step into the debate on whether negative interest rates should be used to stimulate the coronavirus-stricken U.K. economy. ( read original story ...)
Psychedelic hues of Tokyo’s ‘kawaii’ cafe doused by pandemic
An iconic cafe and show venue that symbolises Japan's "kawaii" pop culture, and is beloved by tourists and celebrities, has shut its doors in Tokyo, the capital, after business dried up following the ... ( read original story ...)