AI and Finance: N.Avenue Club Discusses the Future of Payments

N.Avenue Club Roundtable Report: July 23, 2026

On July 23, 2026, the N.Avenue Club, operated by N.Avenue Inc. based in Minato, Tokyo, hosted its first roundtable of the fourth session. This event is part of Japan's largest corporate membership community focused on the development of blockchain business.

The N.Avenue Club currently consists of over 200 member companies, supporting organizations primarily through three key pillars: Research, Networking, and PR. The monthly closed roundtable invites various experts from around the world to encourage lively discussions and co-creation opportunities within the corporate landscape.

Event Overview

The roundtable took place on July 23, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM, in a hybrid format with both in-person and online participation. The theme for the day was "Is AI Starting to Use Money?—Payments, Wallets, and Financial Infrastructure in the Agent Era".

Featured Speakers

- Jesse Guild: Vice President of Product Management for Digital Assets at Mastercard Asia Pacific
- Shuhei Sawamura: Executive Officer and Head of Product at Coincheck Inc.
- Naoshi Ikeda: Partner Solutions Architect at Stripe Japan

Opening remarks were given by Junichi Kanda, a member of the House of Representatives.

Participant Feedback

Attendees expressed their enthusiasm for the opportunity to exchange views with like-minded individuals. One participant noted, “I was thrilled to have discussions with people who share my interests. The diversity of perspectives on the same topic was stimulating and offered valuable learning moments.” Another added, “Hearing from those in the implementation phase, even with their trials and errors, provided great value.”

Membership Opportunity

Currently, the N.Avenue club is welcoming new corporate members for the fourth session, spanning from July 2026 to June 2027. This community is known to be one of the largest in Japan focusing specifically on blockchain business development and is facilitated by NADA NEWS, a leading digital asset media outlet.

The roundtable provides monthly closed sessions that feature lectures on current topics followed by discussions among participating companies to deepen knowledge and networking. Additionally, cross-industry gatherings and support for startup matching are also organized.

Eligibility:
Priority is given to listed large firms with over 1,000 employees (subject to screening).

Annual Fee:
¥1,000,000 (excluding tax) and upward.

Participation Mode:
Primarily in-person, with online options available.

Application Form:
Join N.Avenue Club

For further information, visit the official community site: N.Avenue Club

Membership Benefits

1. Research | Deep Dive into Key Topics: Members can acquire the latest knowledge through lectures, Q&A sessions, and member discussions based on carefully selected topics by the NADA NEWS editorial team.
2. Networking | Meet Key Players: The community provides opportunities for collaboration and business creation through cross-industry networking gatherings and regular company introductions.
3. Public Relations | Amplifying Initiatives: Member companies can promote their initiatives within the community and through platforms like NADA NEWS, enhancing recognition and encouraging collaborations.

About N.Avenue Inc.

- Company Name: N.Avenue Inc.
- Location: Minato, Tokyo
- Established: November 28, 2018
- CEO: Yuki Kamimoto
- Business Focus: Providing information services related to next-generation finance and economy.
- Website: N.Avenue

About NADA NEWS

NADA NEWS is one of Japan's largest media outlets dedicated to blockchain and digital assets. It merges global perspectives with local insights to provide trustworthy next-generation financial and economic news and price data to business individuals and investors.