Aquaculture now supplies nearly 50% of the world's seafood. Despite its importance, many companies in the industry are currently faced with a variety of challenges such as rising ocean temperatures and increasing competition. This episode shows how some Japanese companies are using technology and innovative ideas to ensure their businesses remain afloat.

[In Focus: Stimulus Spurs Worries Over Further Yen Decline]
People in Japan are growing frustrated. They are seeing their wallets emptied out as grocery and utility bills rise. The government wants to ease the situation, but there's a big price tag. We look at the risk it poses to the national currency.

[Global Trends: Kapok Making Fashion Sustainable]
A growing number of apparel shoppers want to be both fashionable and environmentally-conscious. And many of them are learning about a natural fiber that can replace synthetic ones or material from animals.

As the number of dual income families in Japan increases, the baby care market is expecting to see further growth over the next 5 years. Many of these products and services are centered on offering increased safety and improved convenience. This week's episode features a portable baby care pod and an AI-based remote infant monitoring system.

[In Focus: FTX Meltdown Rattles Crypto Investors]
Investor confidence in cryptocurrencies has been shaken again as a major coin exchange filed for bankruptcy. The collapse of FTX potentially means billions of dollars of losses and more questions about the viability of the digital asset market.

[Global Trends: Indians Fill Southeast Asia Tourism Void]
Southeast Asian nations are rushing to reopen to tourism in the wake of the pandemic. But China's zero-Covid policy means they can't expect an influx of visitors from the world's most populous country anytime soon. Some are counting on tourists from India to fill the void.