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Bitcoin Daily: Turkey To Test Digital Currency In 2021; Japan Prepares To Issue CBDC; Bitcoin Crests $28,000

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Japan might look into launching its own central bank digital currency (CBDC) in both the public and private sectors, according to a report from Japan Times. While there are no immediate plans, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) will launch a feasibility study on the idea next spring. The exchange will close trading services on Jan.

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Unpacking Smart Packaging’s Insights And Engagement Promises

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For example, a company could program the platform to display product care information when customers use their smartphones to engage with the near-field communication (NFC) tag or code on the package. Companies can also get — and provide — important information when customers scan a product’s code or engage with its RFID tag.

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Olympics Delay Will Spark Race To Recoup Sunk Costs

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The most immediate effects will be felt by the host country, Japan , of course. That price tag would be divvied up between Tokyo, the aforementioned organizing committee and the central government. Economists, reported AFP, have said that the country, already reeling from a declining economy, will see further economic pain.

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Tech Unicorn To Bring Billions In Japan, Illuminating A Culture Of Thrift

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One of the biggest initial public offerings (IPOs) in Japan may herald a sea change across a number of fronts: in payments, how the Japanese population views budgeting and how marketplaces are evolving in that country. In Japan, wages are falling, inflation is on the rise and deflation waits in the wings.

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Panasonic Rolls Out “Smart” Shopping Basket

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The system relies on a basket that scans items with specialized tags as they are placed inside. The Panasonic smart basket is currently getting a test run at a Lawson convenience store in Osaka, Japan where Panasonic is headquartered. When checkout time comes, the consumer places the basket on the checkout machine.

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iPhone 8 Prices Slashed In China Due To Low Demand Ahead Of iPhone X Launch

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In Japan, Australia and China, shipping times extended to as much as five or six weeks. Both deals offer a significant reduction from the original price tags in China of 5,888 yuan and 7,988 yuan, respectively. Wait times in the U.S. French customers are also reporting wait times of three or four weeks, as is most of Europe.

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How Digital Tech Helps Travelers Crush Big Waves

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Those consumers — given their travel habits, and relatively high sense of adventure — are looking for seamless experiences that go beyond the price tag. Awayco serves that market as well, including Japan and Indonesia.).