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EverConnect launches THE Social Communication Platform “EverConnect.me Beta” and also announces the successful Angel Round investments of US$200K

Ashford Financial Group (TOKYO), independent investment management firm based in Tokyo, has announced that Ms. Angie Chen will be promoted to the position of Head of China Strategy at Ashford Financial Group.

Ashford Financial Group (TOKYO), independent investment management firm based in Tokyo, has announced that Mr. Vernon Chu will retire as Head of China Strategy on 31st January 2012.

Hong Kong, China - Red Herring announced its Top 100 Asia award. Sonix Co., Ltd. was highly evaluated for the innovative and promising superior software program called Scirocco and the novel service model using Scirocco..

Motion picture production company Digital Frontier Inc. will be moving its Japan Headquarter to Shibuya, Tokyo.

Space Design Inc., operator of 17 fully furnished/serviced apartment buildings in Tokyo and Yokohama, presents its Newest BUREX Serviced Office facility, BUREX Toranomon. This serviced office building is slated for September opening.

Phyzios, Inc. (headquarters: Tokyo, President: Kentaro Suto) released an iPhone/iPad application “UKIYOE -Woodcut-” on July 22, 2011. UKIYOE-Woodcut- lets users easily create realistic woodcut prints, like Japanese UKIYOE .

Studio Magic Software announced the immediate release of "Java JNI plugin" for FileMaker Pro database. "Java JNI plugin" embed Java Runtime VM (Virtual Machine) in FileMaker Pro and enables it to call the method in Java classes.

PHYZIOS, Co. Ltd. has released a new version of its application “PHYZIOS Sculpture” (for the iPhone/iPod touch (R) and iPad (R)) as of Wednesday 15 February, 2012. This application lets anybody make sculptures with ease.

EverConnect launches THE Social Communication Platform “EverConnect.me Beta” and also announces the successful Angel Round investments of US$200K

Phyzios, Inc. ( hereafter, “Phyzios”) will release the app “Carve the Copper Relief” for iPhone/iPod touch ® and iPad ® on February 10, 2012. Anyone can now easily create copper reliefs with a genuine, hand-crafted feel.

Phyzios, Inc. (President: Kentaro Suto; hereafter, “Phyzios”) released "Little Piyo's Adventure," an iPhone/iPad interactive picture book jointly developed with Gakken Education Publishing Co., Ltd. (President: Haruki Suma)

Ashford Financial Group today announced the promotion of Mr. Michael James to the position of Client Relations Manager for the Pacific Region.

Ashford Financial Group (TOKYO), independent investment management firm based in Tokyo, today announced it would pay eligible Japanese staff a min 4% salary increase from July 2012. Staff will continue to have access to additional performance pay.

Ashford Financial Group (TOKYO), independent investment management firm based in Tokyo. announced that today marks Masami Toyama’s five-year anniversary as The Discovery Fund Portfolio Manager of Ashford Financial Group.

Ashford Financial Group (TOKYO), independent investment management firm based in Tokyo, announces Ms. Aline Armenta as Senior Client Relations Manager and Product Director for the Alternative Investment team.

Wiltshire Capital agrees with the prediction of GIA that the Global Biotechnology Market will exceed US$320 Billion by 2015

Ashford Financial Group (TOKYO), independent investment management firm based in Tokyo, has announced that Ms. Angie Chen will be promoted to the position of Head of China Strategy at Ashford Financial Group.

Ashford Financial Group (TOKYO), independent investment management firm based in Tokyo, has announced that Mr. Vernon Chu will retire as Head of China Strategy on 31st January 2012.

JUKI Corporation releases high-speed chip shooter KE-3010, high-speed flexible mounter KE-3020V/3020VR and electric double tape feeder EF08HD, upgrading its high-speed, high-quality product lines.

Los Angeles, California - Red Herring announced its Global 100 award in recognition of the leading private companies from North America, Europe, and Asia.

ASTRIX announced today the launch of Japan Real Estate Investment Club (JREIC), a new Japan real estate marketing platform dedicated to the growing number of investors in Asia interested in the Japan real estate market.

Phyzios, Inc. (Head Office: Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo; President: Kentaro Suto; hereinafter, "Phyzios") will release an iPhone/iPad application "Sandbox" on December 13, 2011. Build a mountain, a tunnel, or a sandcastle… Give full play to your imagination!

Phyzios, Inc. will release "Little Piyo's Good Night" an iPhone/iPad application jointly developed with Gakken Education Publishing Co., Ltd., on November 25, 2011.

Hong Kong, China - Red Herring announced its Top 100 Asia award. Sonix Co., Ltd. was highly evaluated for the innovative and promising superior software program called Scirocco and the novel service model using Scirocco..

Phyzios, Inc. will release “Little Piyo’s Friend(English ver),” an iPhone/iPad application jointly developed with Gakken Education Publishing Co., Ltd., on November 4, 2011.

Motion picture production company Digital Frontier Inc. will be moving its Japan Headquarter to Shibuya, Tokyo.

For the first time in Japan, Antique jewelry on-line shop in entirely ENGLISH is open.

Phyzios, Inc. (Head Office: Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo; President: Kentaro Suto; hereinafter, “Phyzios”) will release “Little Piyo’s Friend,” an iPhone/iPad application jointly developed with Gakken Education Publishing Co., Ltd., on August 11, 2011.

For all sectors, venture capitalists invested $7.5 billion in 966 deals in Q2 2011, a 5 percent increase in dollars and a 3 percent decrease in deals, compared to $7.2 billion going into 998 deals in Q2 2010.

Space Design Inc., operator of 17 fully furnished/serviced apartment buildings in Tokyo and Yokohama, presents its Newest BUREX Serviced Office facility, BUREX Toranomon. This serviced office building is slated for September opening.

This autumn The Peninsula Hotel in Tokyo offers you the ideal retreat to view the fall foliage in Hibiya Park and the Imperial Palace Gardens.

Phyzios, Inc. (headquarters: Tokyo, President: Kentaro Suto) released an iPhone/iPad application “UKIYOE -Woodcut-” on July 22, 2011. UKIYOE-Woodcut- lets users easily create realistic woodcut prints, like Japanese UKIYOE .

Across the board retail businesses have steadily been gaining and have reached a recent peak of apx 20 market points.

On 24 November 2011, The Peninsula Tokyo, will host its fourth annual Cirque Culinaire Charity Gala Dinner and Live Auction.

Studio Magic Software announced the immediate release of "Java JNI plugin" for FileMaker Pro database. "Java JNI plugin" embed Java Runtime VM (Virtual Machine) in FileMaker Pro and enables it to call the method in Java classes.

ASTRIX has been appointed to bring Japanese exhibitors to the 2011 China Horse Fair (CHF), the most international and comprehensive event for trade professionals and enthusiasts in China’s rapidly growing horse sports and leisure industries.

Corporate Investors Vote For Listing Continuation Talks

When one bubble bursts another is blown, how big can a bubble get?

From 1 March 2011, The Peninsula Tokyo introduces a new Peninsula Academy activity, the Imperial Palace Jogging Course Program. Initially rolled out at The Peninsula Hong Kong in 1997, and launched at The Peninsula Tokyo in 2008.

The report that Navasota Group has studied indicates that optimism is growing in fits and starts depending on the sector in question.

It's eye-opening for venture-backed M&A activity to be closer to levels seen in the first quarter of 2009, shortly after the collapse of the global financial markets, than in 2010, a year associated with recovery

Wahl & Case today celebrated exactly one year since the launch of the firm by announcing headcount growth from just two to over 15 and revenue increases of over 1,000% from month one—making it the fastest-growing recruitment firm in Japan.

Venture index values are usually driven by the value of companies exiting during the quarter.

Navasota Group are very pleased to see the data reflecting how Australian private equity as a whole has performed very well despite challenging market conditions

This summer The Peninsula Tokyo introduces a customized selection of Summer Splendour options, offering friends and family the opportunity to personalize their stay and indulge according to their own preferences and style.

In China and Israel, investment growth significantly outpaced deal activity as investors favored mature companies, which often require larger rounds

At year end, the Index stood at 115.3, its highest level since the fourth quarter of 2007. Other key metrics captured by the fourth quarter Private Equity Index include:

In 2012, the global biotechnology market is forecast to have a value of $275,757 million, an increase of 60.5% over 2007

By year-over-year comparison, investment in technology edged up to $1.6 billion from $1.3 billion in 2010 and included 231 deals

CSG corporate clients happy aftter having made over 25% returns in AVL

All through the year, commodity prices have been rising: Copper has soared 24.5% since 2010 began, while gold is up 23%. Wheat, corn and oil also have continued to climb. Unsurprisingly, that growth has attracted many investors.

Japan-based firms need to provide peace of mind and reliable support for their Tokyo clients. Space Design Inc. is proud to offer safe, accessible and reliable accommodation and offices for firms trying to achieve “Business as Usual” in Tokyo.

Audio department of Marwah Studios has join hands with the most popular audio product company of Japan Yamaha

As you know, Japan earthquake and Tsunami has massive damages. CentZeal Holdings supports relief activities to donate to Japanese Red Cross Society by cooperation from people all over the world.

The trade association asked more than 330 venture investors and 180 CEOs of venture-backed companies for their views on where the money will flow in 2011.

During this time of need, we are doing everything we can to help the family and friends of our colleagues along with all the sufferers in Japan

Akamai Technologies (AKAM: $39) has been picked by Pro Capital Management's Equity Research as its Focus Stock of the Week.