Japan

Nature

Printable Enzyme Ink Powers Next-Generation Wearable Biosensors

Researchers in Japan have developed a printable enzyme ink that could revolutionize self-powered wearable biosensors, offering a practical solution for real-time health monitoring.

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Asia Pacific

Philippines-China Tensions Resurface Amid Regional Geopolitical Shifts

The Philippines and China have long maintained a complex relationship, but recent rhetoric from Philippine military officials has reignited tensions over territorial claims in the West Philippine Sea, a region the U.S. formally named in 2011.

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Diplomacy & Trade

Zurich Delivers Record Performance in Asia Pacific

Zurich Insurance Group posted a record $633 million business operating profit in its Asia Pacific operations for 2025, up 8 percent from the previous year. The Swiss insurer also reported total gross premiums of $7.5 billion, an 8 percent increase across its three main business segments.

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Corporate

TANAKA to Supply Tokyo Marathon 2026 Medals Featuring Inclusive Design and Sustainable Materials

TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP will provide gold, silver, and bronze medals for the Tokyo Marathon 2026, incorporating a design that symbolizes unity and sustainability.

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Asia Pacific

Asia’s CERN Vision Gains Momentum Amid China Taiwan Tensions

As geopolitical tensions rise, Asian nations are considering creating an 'Asian CERN' to drive scientific innovation and reduce reliance on Western technology, with China's stalled collider project underscoring the need for regional collaboration.

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Corporate

Thailand Logs Nearly 6M Foreign Visitors in 2 Months Amid China Tourism Recovery

Thailand welcomed nearly 6 million foreign visitors in just two months of 2026, driven by a rebound in Chinese tourism and the Lunar New Year holiday, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand.

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Asia Pacific

Japan Advances Full Paddy Utilisation Plan to Bolster Food Security

Japan is advancing a plan to fully utilise all rice paddies as part of a broader food security strategy, aiming to reduce reliance on imports and diversify agricultural production.

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Asia Pacific

US and Japan Launch Amphibious Exercises in Okinawa Amid Regional Tensions

U.S. Marines and Japanese forces began a major amphibious exercise in Okinawa on Monday, aimed at strengthening regional defense capabilities amid heightened tensions in the Indo-Pacific.

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Corporate

Mondottica Expands Distribution of Off-White and Palm Angels in Spain and Portugal

Mondottica Group has announced a new distribution deal with local partner Xavi Fuste to bring Off-White and Palm Angels eyewear to Spain and Portugal, marking a key expansion for both luxury brands.

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Corporate

Dentsu Entertainment and Iconic Arts Partner to Build Brand-Centric Intellectual Property

Dentsu Entertainment and Iconic Arts have announced a partnership to create brand-oriented intellectual property (IP) that spans global markets, focusing on cultural relevance and long-term franchise potential.

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Markets

Arthur Hayes Predicts Bitcoin Surge if Fed Prints Money for Japan

Bitcoin's price may rise if the U.S. Federal Reserve prints money to stabilize Japan's financial markets, according to BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes.

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Märkte

Aserbaidschan verzeichnet 402 Millionen Manat Auslandsinvestitionen im Januar

Ausländische Investoren flossen im Januar 2026 mit 402 Millionen Manat in den Festkapitalbestand Aserbaidschans. Das entspricht 28,6 Prozent des Monatsvolumens, teilte das Statistische Staatskomitee mit.

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Corporate

SBI Holdings Launches 10 Billion Yen Blockchain Bond with XRP Rewards

SBI Holdings plans to issue a 10 billion yen ($64.5 million) blockchain-based bond aimed at individual Japanese investors, complete with XRP cryptocurrency rewards. The three-year SBI START Bonds offer interest rates from 1.85% to 2.45% and will trade on the Osaka Digital Exchange starting March 25.

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Medizin

Lunar New Year: Feiern in US-Städten mit Feuerpferd

Asiatisch-amerikanische Gemeinden in fünf US-Städten begrüßten das Mondneujahr am Dienstag mit dem Neumond. Sie feierten den Beginn des Jahres des Feuerpferdes mit lokalen Traditionen in Minneapolis, New Orleans, Los Angeles, Honolulu und Queens.

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Unternehmen

Trump droht Iran mit Militärschlag in 10 Tagen

US-Präsident Donald Trump hat Teheran eine 10-Tage-Frist für ein Abkommen gesetzt. Andernfalls drohe ein Militärschlag, hieß es am Dienstag.

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