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Franklin Templeton says Wall Street fears blockchain because it threatens its profits
Jenny Johnson, Franklin Templeton's CEO, said blockchain and crypto threaten a huge number of business models that exist today in traditional finance. Jun 3, 2026, 7:04 a.m. 2 min read Make preferred on The future of asset management is shifting on-chain, but the transition is exposing a major structural conflict over traditional corporate revenue. Speaking
Big tech is ‘terrified’ of AI agents wiping out ad revenue, says Billions Network CEO
Evin McMullen’s view on AI agents disrupting Google’s and Facebook’s business model was previously shared by Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson and Cloudflare CSO Stephanie Cohen. Jun 3, 2026, 6:51 a.m. 2 min read Make preferred on The legacy financial and digital frameworks propping up the current internet architecture face an imminent, existential crisis. Evin McMullen
What Responsibilities Come With Sole Proprietorship for Self-Employed Individuals?
As a sole proprietor, you take on significant responsibilities that impact your business and personal finances. You’ll need to maintain precise financial records, file taxes using Schedule C, and guarantee compliance with local regulations. Moreover, you’re personally liable for any business debts, which underscores the importance of liability insurance. Securing the right licenses and permits
Japan's population may drop by almost one-third by 2070
Researchers estimate Japan's population will plunge slightly more than 30 percent to about 87 million by 2070. The forecast was released Wednesday by the National Institute of Population and Social Security Research based on the 2020 census. As of 2020, about 126.15 million people were living in the country, including non-Japanese. The figure is expected
Japan’s Prime Minister evacuated as onlookers flee after terrifying explosion at speech
Kishida was visiting the Saikazaki port in Wakayama prefecture to cheer his ruling party's candidate in a local election...
Japan’s business mood sours to 2-year low as global slowdown bites – tankan
© Reuters. FILE PHOTO: A man walks in front of the headquarters of Bank of Japan in Tokyo, Japan, January 18, 2023. REUTERS/Issei Kato/File Photo By Leika Kihara and Tetsushi Kajimoto TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese manufacturers' sentiment soured in the first quarter to its worst level in more than two years, eclipsing an uptick in
Japan’s Geniee acquires AdPushup-operator Zelto for $70 million
Japanese marketing tech firm Geniee, part of the SoftBank Group, has paid about $70 million in cash to acquire the revenue optimization platform Zelto (formerly known as AdPushup), a person familiar with the matter said, delivering 40 times return to a number of angel investors in the startup that began its journey in India. The
Japan’s central bank to pilot digital currency starting in April
Japan is joining a growing list of countries exploring the possibility of adopting a digital currency, with country’s central bank, the Bank of Japan (BoJ), announcing that it would launch a pilot to test a “digital yen” in April. The move comes more than two years after the BoJ made its first step in the
Japan’s GMO VenturePartners sees $240m in capital gains from 3 bets
The VC's investments include 2C2P, Coda Payments, and GMO PaymentGateway Singapore...
Japan’s Largest Pension Fund Bleeding Money as Global Economic Turmoil Seeps Deep
While the Japanese government’s pension fund, the largest in the world posted its losses, there are a number of global business outfits that are recording similar losses. As the global economy continues to fight for resilience, the world’s largest pension fund, the Japanese Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF) has recorded another quarter of loss as
Japan’s Largest Power Company, TEPCO, To Mine Bitcoin With Excess Energy
TEPCO Power Grid is deploying bitcoin mining operations across Japan in a partnership with a local semiconductor company to capitalize on excess power...
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Franklin Templeton says Wall Street fears blockchain because it threatens its profits
Jenny Johnson, Franklin Templeton's CEO, said blockchain and crypto threaten a huge number of business models that exist today in traditional finance. Jun 3, 2026, 7:04 a.m. 2 min read Make preferred on The future of asset management is shifting on-chain, but the transition is exposing a major structural conflict over traditional corporate revenue. Speaking
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Big tech is ‘terrified’ of AI agents wiping out ad revenue, says Billions Network CEO
Evin McMullen’s view on AI agents disrupting Google’s and Facebook’s business model was previously shared by Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson and Cloudflare CSO Stephanie Cohen. Jun 3, 2026, 6:51 a.m. 2 min read Make preferred on The legacy financial and digital frameworks propping up the current internet architecture face an imminent, existential crisis. Evin McMullen
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What Responsibilities Come With Sole Proprietorship for Self-Employed Individuals?
As a sole proprietor, you take on significant responsibilities that impact your business and personal finances. You’ll need to maintain precise financial records, file taxes using Schedule C, and guarantee compliance with local regulations. Moreover, you’re personally liable for any business debts, which underscores the importance of liability insurance. Securing the right licenses and permits
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Philippine Blockchain Week 2026 marks shift from Web3 potential to real-world deployment
Homepage > News > Business > Philippine Blockchain Week 2026 marks shift from Web3 potential to real-world deployment MANILA, Philippines — The next phase of the digital economy will not be announced after the fact—it will take shape in real time at Philippine Blockchain Week (PBW) 2026. From June 19 to 21 at the SMX
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Top 7 Cloud Accounting Software Options for Small Businesses
If you’re a small business owner, choosing the right cloud accounting software can greatly impact your financial management. There are several top contenders available, each with distinct features that cater to various needs and budgets. QuickBooks Online stands out for its user-friendly interface, whereas Wave offers a free option for solo entrepreneurs. As you evaluate