Bitbank launches Japan’s first exchange-settled crypto credit card
Japanese crypto exchange Bitbank has launched a crypto-linked credit card that allows users to settle bills with assets held on…
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A Beginner’s Guide to Japan’s Monster Band
Each year, the IFPI (International Federation of the Phonographic Industry) releases a Global Artist Chart recognizing the world’s best-selling artists…
Japan’s Metaplanet doubles down on Bitcoin with $50M bonds
Metaplanet has announced a new bond issuance worth 8 billion yen, or about $50 million, to fund more Bitcoin purchases.…
Japan’s PMI Points to War-Driven Frontloading of Factory Output
Japan’s manufacturers ramped up production to the highest level in 12 years in a sign of frontloading amid concerns over…
Japan’s JSCC tests using government bonds as digital collateral on blockchain
Japan’s clearing arm JSCC has begun testing whether government bonds can function as digital collateral on blockchain infrastructure. Summary JSCC…
Japan’s Atmovie Global Track Debuts at Cannes Film Market
Five Japanese filmmakers developed through the Atmovie Global Track will pitch new projects at the Cannes Film Market during the…
Disney+ Partners With Japan’s The Seven for Live-Action Series
Disney+ Japan has struck a multi-year co-development agreement with The Seven, Inc. to produce Japanese-language live-action series exclusively for the…
Can Japan’s arms industry gain from Trump trust loss? | Military News
Japan has eased its arms export rules, breaking with eight decades of pacifist foreign policy. The announcement by Tokyo comes…
Japan’s Asahi Kasei Says Seeking Alternative Sources of Naphtha
Japanese chemicals maker Asahi Kasei Corp. says it’s working to diversify sources of naphtha as the war in the Middle…
Japan’s central bank cools rate hike expectations, removing a key risk for bitcoin’s rally
Bitcoin’s breakout past $74,000 on Monday got a helping hand from Japan. Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda cooled expectations…