Japan’s Global Brain to launch fund with US startup accelerator Techstars
Startups Venture capital firm will raise $200m to back new companies, foster connections Global Brain President Yasuhiko Yurimoto,…
Stalling ASEAN renewables leave gap for Japan’s fossil fuel tech push
The Japan-led Asia Zero Emission Community, which embraces a “one goal, various pathways” to decarbonization, is not only supporting…
Japan’s ‘startup party’ wants AI factored into migration policy
Interview Team Mirai aims to triple seats in parliament in bid to ‘update democracy’ Team Mirai leader Takahiro…
AI gives Japan’s aging cement industry chance for renewal
Companies Taiheiyo Cement set to widen use of technology that learns kiln operation Taiheyo Cement’s rotary kilns heat…
Japan’s Shimano struggles with excess bicycle stock in Europe and China
Companies World’s largest parts maker hit by plunging bicycle prices after cycling booms Beijing cyclists: China saw an outdoor…
Japan’s Credit Saison moves to launch online bank in Brazil this year
Finance Financial group sees unmet demand for loans among consumers and small businesses Japan’s Credit Saison looks to…
Japan’s Takaichi finds ‘balance’ on fiscal policy: Moody’s analyst
Interview Fiscal consolidation expected to be sustained but slow amid structural challenges Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has…
Japan’s PM stresses corporate investment as key to stronger economy
Economy Sanae Takaichi says supplementary budget made a ‘preliminary step’ toward achieving this Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi…
Japan's Takaichi rejects 'irresponsible bond issuance, tax cuts' – Nikkei Asia
Japan’s Takaichi rejects ‘irresponsible bond issuance, tax cuts’ Nikkei AsiaJapan’s Takaichi says national debt is still high, rejects ‘irresponsible…
Japan’s Takaichi rejects ‘irresponsible bond issuance, tax cuts’
Interview Prime minister calls national debt level ‘still high’ in exclusive interview Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi speaks…
Japan’s NTT to deploy more than 1,000 autonomous buses and robot taxis
May Mobility is one of four startups that Japanese telecommunications group NTT has partnered with or invested in. TSUBASA…
Carlyle to acquire Japan’s Hogy Medical for $1bn
Health Care Japanese surgical kit maker is 26.4% owned by activist investor Dalton Carlyle Group aims to raise…