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Japan Blockchain Foundation Co., Ltd. (CEO: Hidekazu Kondo), which oversees the operation and management of the Ethereum-Compatible Layer1 Public Blockchain 'Japan Open Chain (JOC),' is pleased to announce the successful integration of web3 wallet, NFT, and community management solutions provided by Metasky (Headquarters: Singapore) on Japan Open Chain.

Metasky has been recognized as a certified business operator within the "JOC Development Partner Program," a support initiative for businesses launching web3 ventures on Japan Open Chain. This positions Metasky as a strategic partner in enhancing the customer experience for companies that offer services on Japan Open Chain. Both organizations are committed to further collaboration in the advancement of the web3 domain.

Japan Blockchain Foundation Co., Ltd. (CEO: Hidekazu Kondo, headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo), the consortium management company behind Japan Open Chain, together with JAPAN POST Co., Ltd. (President: Tetsuya Senda, headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo) and Yamanobe Town (Mayor: Haruhiko Adachi), is pleased to announce the launch of unique NFT sales on Japan Open Chain, starting from April 16, 2024.

Japan Blockchain Foundation Co., Ltd. (CEO: Hidekazu Kondo), which operates and manages the Ethereum-Compatible Layer1 Public Blockchain 'Japan Open Chain (JOC),' is pleased to announce that SubQuery supports JOC with lightning quick indexer. As an important first step, we are pleased to share that we have completed our implementation of SubQuery's support for key data indexers and are ready to take advantage of it.

〜 Advancing Towards Cross-Chain Payments for Stablecoins～

Japan Blockchain Foundation Co., Ltd. (CEO: Hidekazu Kondo), which operates and manages the Ethereum-compatible public blockchain 'Japan Open Chain,' is pleased to announce that we have reached an agreement with LayerZero Labs Ltd. (Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada)  to expand support for the LayerZero protocol to Japan Open Chain. As a significant first step, we are excited to share that we have successfully completed support for our testnet.

〜Celebrating Web3 Integration: Conducting Exclusive NFT Giveaway Campaign Until the End of February! ～

G.U.Group, Inc. (Headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo; Directors Hidekazu Kondo and Daimei Inaba), known for its expertise in web3 solutions and management of blockchain consortium of Japan Open Chain, is excited to announce the launch of 'Lunascape Mobile Ver.14.' This innovative smartphone browser app is tailored for the web3 era, featuring a significantly revamped user interface and a suite of new features, including an integrated web3 wallet.

Japan Blockchain Foundation Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Tokyo, Japan; CEO: Hidekazu Kondo), overseeing the consortium for 'Japan Open Chain' — an Ethereum-Compatible L1 Blockchain operated by Japanese companies — is pleased to announce that Cyberlinks Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture; CEO: Tsuneo Murakami) has joined as a validator (blockchain operation partner) in Japan Open Chain.

'Japan Open Chain' is a public blockchain optimized  for business, prioritizing legal compliance and technical practicality. Its adherence to Japanese law and clear operational framework positions it as a trusted blockchain infrastructure for businesses and local governments venturing into web3 business. In addition, the chain boasts full Ethereum compatibility, ensuring high speed, essential decentralization, robust security, and stability.

Japan Blockchain Foundation Co., Ltd. (Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan; CEO: Hidekazu Kondo), which oversees the consortium for 'Japan Open Chain' — an Ethereum-Compatible L1 Blockchain operated by Japanese companies — is pleased to announce that Kudasai Co., Ltd. (Headquartered in Shinjuku, Tokyo; CEO: Takashi Kasiwagi), the entity behind 'KudasaiJP' – one of Japan's largest cryptocurrency communities, has now joined as a validator for Japan Open Chain.

'Japan Open Chain' is a public blockchain optimized  for business, prioritizing legal compliance and technical practicality. Its adherence to Japanese law and clear operational framework positions it as a trusted blockchain infrastructure for businesses and local governments venturing into web3 business. In addition, the chain boasts full Ethereum compatibility, ensuring high speed, essential decentralization, robust security, and stability.

〜 Promoting Web3 Business with Leading Japanese Companies 〜

Japan Blockchain Foundation Co., Ltd. (CEO: Hidekazu Kondo), which operates and manages the business-optimized public chain 'Japan Open Chain,' is pleased to announce the participation of TIS Inc., a key part of the TIS INTEC Group (Headquartered in Shinjuku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Yasushi Okamoto), as a validator (blockchain operation partner) for Japan Open Chain.

'Japan Open Chain' is a public blockchain optimized  for business, prioritizing legal compliance and technical practicality. Its adherence to Japanese law and clear operational framework positions it as a trusted blockchain infrastructure for businesses and local governments venturing into web3 business. In addition, the chain boasts full Ethereum compatibility, ensuring high speed, essential decentralization, robust security, and stability.

G.U.Group, Inc. (headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo; CEOs: Hidekazu Kondo and Daimei Inaba, hereinafter referred to as 'our company'), a provider of web3 solutions such as 'Japan Open Chain' and 'Lunascape', has announced a change in its company name from 'G.U. Labs' to 'G.U. Group'. Additionally, the company has successfully completed a fundraising round, securing a total of 420 million yen. This round included equity investment led by B Dash Ventures Inc. (headquartered in Minato, Tokyo; CEO: Hiroyuki Watanabe), and also involved token sales targeted at overseas investors.