SmartBank Secures $26M Funding to Enhance Cashless Payment Solutions in Japan NonoNovember 13, 2024047 views Smartbank Funding News SmartBank, a Tokyo-based fintech startup, has raised $26 million in a new funding round to bolster its personal finance management app. The capital injection includes 2.9 billion… Read more
Geopolitical and Economic Developments in East Asia, 2024 NonoJuly 3, 2024016 views East Asia in a Shifting Geopolitical Landscape Tensions Between the US and China Persist, But Dialogue Continues The relationship between the United States and China remains one of the most… Read more
Japan’s Infrastructure Upgrades, 2024 Olympics, and Workplace Reforms NonoJuly 3, 202408 views Japan’s Infrastructure Upgrades and 2024 Olympics Preparation As the world continues to navigate the lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, Japan is forging ahead with ambitious plans to modernize its… Read more
China to Cease Supplying Weapons Parts to Russia NonoJune 17, 2024017 views China to Cease Supplying Weapons Parts to Russia The G7 nations have called on China in their summit declaration to stop supplying weapons parts to Russia. Pope Francis also participated… Read more
Recent Space Launch Events in Japan NonoMarch 15, 2024016 views A summary of two significant space launch events in Japan involving private and national space agencies, showcasing both successes and setbacks in the country’s space exploration endeavors. Read more