Horie to have separate trial
Prosecutors are attempting to have a separate trial for Horie. The first hearing is scheduled for this summer.
Archive forMarch, 2006
Usen going through with deal with Livedoor
It seems as though Usen is pushing through with its plans to work with Livedoor.
Uno last week said he would personally acquire a 12.74 pct stake in Livedoor and seek business tie-ups with the firm in a bid to turn the company around.
Little hope for Horie
Even though three former Livedoor employees have been released from prison, it looks as though the chances of Horie to be released on bail are fairly slim.
Usen still considering tie-up with Livedoor
Media and internet company Usen is still considering a tie-up with Livedoor despite an announcement by the Tokyo Stock Exchange that is shares are to be delisted.
Read the full story here.
Victims group created
Victims of the Livedoor share scandal have formed a group to take action against the company.
Their website can be found here: http://www.roodevil.jp/index.html
Horie faces further indictments
Horie will be served with further indictments this week. If found guilty he could be facing up to five years in prison.
Nagata admits mistake
“My claim was based on my wrong impression and prejudice. The e-mail is not authentic,” Nagata, a Democratic Party of Japan (DPJ) member of the House of Representatives, told a news conference on Thursday.
