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Japan Open Chain to Showcase Innovation at Fintech Surge 2025

The Japan Open Chain (JOC), a public blockchain fully compatible with Ethereum, managed by the Japanese Blockchain Foundation Inc., is set to participate in the Fintech Surge 2025 from October 12 to 15 in Dubai. This major event is the largest fintech exhibition in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, bringing together a diverse array of players including government officials, banks and financial institutions, startups, and web3 related companies. With the theme "Redefining Finance Through Technology," the exhibition will cover advanced fields such as web3, central bank digital currencies (CBDC), and the convergence of AI and finance.

Background and Significance of Participation

Japan Open Chain aims to create a secure blockchain infrastructure that can be safely utilized across public domains like administration and finance. By exhibiting at Fintech Surge for the second consecutive year, JOC seeks to expand international collaboration and explore the potential for global application through dialogue with global financial and governmental stakeholders. This year, JOC will have a booth located within the "Metro Tokyo Pavilion," showcasing its initiatives as a leading example of the collaboration between local governments and private enterprises.

With the increasing global emphasis on blockchain as a trusted public infrastructure characterized by transparency, neutrality, and reliability, Japan Open Chain aims to garner attention as a pioneering implementation case from Japan, paving the way for further international and technological partnerships.

Event Overview

• - Event Name: Fintech Surge 2025
• - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• - Dates: October 12 (Sunday) to October 15 (Wednesday), 2025 (local time)
• - Venue: Dubai Harbour, Hall 12
• - Expected Attendance: Approximately 70,000 participants (based on 2024 event data)
• - Booth Number: H1 - D30 (inside the "Metro Tokyo Pavilion")
• - Official Website: Fintech Surge 2025

About Japan Open Chain

Japan Open Chain is a public blockchain focused on practicality, fully compatible with Ethereum (Layer 1) and operated by a Japanese company. It collaborates with leading industry firms and web3 businesses to build a blockchain infrastructure that is accessible, fast, and cost-effective for anyone globally. Additionally, JOC aims to revolutionize the digital financial landscape through the digitalization of assets like stablecoin projects and NFTs.

The project is supported by a group of validators, including prominent companies such as Dentsu Inc., G.U. Technologies, incSprout, Kudasai, Pixiv Inc., TIS Inc., as well as the TV Asahi Group's Extra Mile Inc., Kyoto University of Art and Design, Hatena, CAC Corporation, Cyberlinks, SBINFT, Nethermind, and Pacific Meta Inc. In total, there are currently 14 participating companies in the distributed management of the blockchain, which will eventually include 21 companies.

About the Japanese Blockchain Foundation Inc.

The Japanese Blockchain Foundation Inc. is devoted to solving societal issues through blockchain technology, operating the consortium for Japan Open Chain in compliance with Japanese law. The foundation focuses on developing and managing various chains, including private, consortium, and public chains, to meet business objectives while utilizing secure and appropriate blockchain technology.

Company Overview:

• - Company Name: Japanese Blockchain Foundation Inc.
• - Location: Cerulean Tower 15F, 26-1 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan
• - CEO: Daiki Inaba
• - Established: July 2022
• - URL: Japan Blockchain Foundation
• - Business Overview: Management of web3 infrastructure
• - Related Companies: G.U.Group Inc., G.U. Technologies Inc.

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