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How AI is changing stock trades for retail investors
With adoption of AI likely to increase, regulators are growing increasingly wary
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Morgan Stanley hires SocGen’s former head of Japan regional bank sales
Naoyuki Kumon left Societe Generale earlier this year and started at Morgan Stanley MUFG Securities this week to work in a similar role.
Source: The Japan Times
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Abe exits as Giants manager after allegedly assaulting daughter
"I have caused great trouble to many baseball fans, pro baseball officials and the company through my family troubles," Shinnosuke Abe said.
Source: The Japan Times
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Weverse app, made famous by BTS, helps turn superfandom into economic force
Specialized platforms offer lessons for leveraging popularity of Japanese content
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan eVISA: Make Sure You Have Internet On Arrival
Japan’s eVISA system — the online route to a short-term tourist visa — covers a wide range of countries and regions. But the rules are strict, and one in particular could catch travellers off guard at
Source: Tokyo Cheapo
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‘Next time, I’ll stab you’: Russia sees spate of wartime school attacks
There have been at least 14 reported attacks in schools and other educational institutions in Russia so far this year compared with 15 in the whole of 2025.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan Considers Nuclear Data Fraud Penalties
Japan is considering criminal penalties for nuclear plant data fraud. This follows a data scandal at Chubu Electric Power's Hamaoka plant.
Source: The Japan Times
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Nikkei Reaches New High
The Nikkei stock index briefly topped 66,000 on Wednesday. While this reflects Japan's economic performance, it currently has limited direct impact on travel.
Source: The Japan Times
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Philippine Business Climate Cautious for Japan Inc.
Japanese companies are wary of expanding business in the Philippines due to tax and corruption concerns. This hesitation may impact future tourism infrastructure and investment.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Giants manager Shinnosuke Abe arrested for allegedly assaulting daughter
Abe, 47, who was apprehended at his home, admitted to the allegation against him.
Source: The Japan Times
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