Thursday, Jan 8, 2026
logo
Update At 18:00    USD/JPY 156,52  ↓-0.1049        EUR/JPY 182,90  ↓-0.1986        GBP/JPY 211,20  ↓-0.2443        USD/EUR 1,17  ↓-0.0005        USD/KRW 1.446,02  ↓-1.3731        JPY/SGD 0,01  ↑+0        Germany: DAX 46,35  ↑+0.04        Spain: IBEX 35 37,47  ↑+0.17        France: CAC 40 44,90  ↑+0.75        Nasdaq, Inc. 100,69  ↑+2.24        SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust 691,81  ↑+4.09        Gold 4.468,58  ↓-12.9623        Bitcoin 92.573,66  ↓-1148.35        Ethereum 3.258,00  ↓-38.52        

ASIA-PACIFIC

interview
interview
Energy January 07, 2026

Interview with Ichiro Miyoshi and Barbara Burger, CEO and Advisor of Marunouchi Innovation Partners Co., Ltd., and Seonghoon Woo, CEO of Amogy, and Tim Latimer, CEO of Fervo Energy

Interview date: June 24th 2025 As the world races toward net zero by 2050, climate tech has become a booming yet demanding frontier, surpassing USD 2 trillion in investments in 2024....
article
article
Manufacturing January 07, 2026

Nippon Micrometal: Bonding Wire Innovator

Driven by innovation and precision, Nippon Micrometal leads the global semiconductor industry with advanced bonding wire solutions that boost performance and reliability.
article
article
Material Science January 07, 2026

Nippon Micrometal: Bonding Wire Innovator

Driven by innovation and precision, Nippon Micrometal leads the global semiconductor industry with advanced bonding wire solutions that boost performance and reliability.
interview
interview
Energy January 07, 2026

Willbe Right Back with the Power

A Made-in-Japan engine and generator specialist in Aichi, Willbe carries MEiKi POWER  heritage into a carbon-neutral era—building compact, reliable power units and portable energy that keep...
interview
interview
Finance January 06, 2026

Japan’s Evolving Financial Landscape: How Hokuhoku Financial Group Is Positioning for Growth

Japan’s shift to positive interest rates, rising foreign investment, and major advances in digital finance are reshaping the country’s banking sector. Hokuhoku Financial Group is adapting...
interview
interview
Material Science January 06, 2026

Bearing the Weight of the World’s Micro Motors

Porite Corporation ensures smooth operations for the automotive and electronics industries through advanced powder metallurgy.
interview
interview
Manufacturing January 06, 2026

Bearing the Weight of the World’s Micro Motors

Porite Corporation ensures smooth operations for the automotive and electronics industries through advanced powder metallurgy.
article
article
Finance January 05, 2026

News Release: B-EN-G Invests in BatchLine and Showcases AI-Driven Global Management at GLASIAOUS Next 2025

Japan’s manufacturing-DX specialist deepens SaaS partnership in pharma MES and advances AI-enabled finance and governance for multinationals
article
article
Food January 05, 2026

News Release: AIXIA Refreshes MiawMiaw Dry Foods and Enters Frozen Dog Food Market with BLACK TERRACE Supervision

AIXIA’s cat lineup gains updated mineral balance and new packs as the company launches chef-designed frozen meals for dogs
interview
interview
Tourism & Culture January 05, 2026

Happily Ever After Starts Here with BRASS

BRASS crafts fully private “house wedding” celebrations nationwide across Japan, pairing bespoke venues, gowns, cuisine, and masterful hosting to make every couple’s big day feel uniquely...
article
article
Industrial Parts January 03, 2026

Nitto Kohki Empowers Regional Growth

With a new state-of-the-art plant in Fukushima, Nitto Kohki is contributing to regional revitalization and eco-conscious manufacturing.
article
article
Manufacturing January 03, 2026

Nitto Kohki Empowers Regional Growth

With a new state-of-the-art plant in Fukushima, Nitto Kohki is contributing to regional revitalization and eco-conscious manufacturing.
interview
interview
Digital Transformation January 03, 2026

Keeping the Internet Nice with adish

adish runs the friendly side of digital life—24/7 customer support, community management, and social-risk monitoring—so apps, schools, and brands stay safe, kind, and fun to use.