~ Supporting the JOC Ecosystem Following Japan Open Chain Roadmap Announcement ~
G.U.Group, Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya, Tokyo; CEOs: Hidekazu Kondo and Daimei Inaba; hereinafter referred to as "the Company"), a provider of Web3 solutions including stablecoin issuance and management systems as well as “Japan Open Chain” blockchain infrastructure, today announced initiatives to support the expansion of the JOC COIN ecosystem in conjunction with the release of Japan Open Chain’s long-term roadmap toward 2030.
Beginning in September 2025, the Company will purchase up to USD 100,000 worth of JOC COIN from the market. In addition, its Singapore subsidiary will allocate up to USD 100,000 to strengthen the “JOC Lending Program” it operates. Together, these measures represent a commitment of up to USD 200,000, aimed at enhancing the value of the digital asset, strengthening overall corporate value, and further promoting the web3 ecosystem.
◽️ Background
On August 25, 2025, Japan Open Chain unveiled its long-term roadmap, outlining a trajectory of technological advancements over the coming years, including dramatic improvements in processing performance, the introduction of post-quantum cryptography, and the development of a cross-chain DAO. This roadmap marks a major turning point for the entire ecosystem, where both technological innovation and expectations for market expansion are set to rise in tandem.
In light of this opportunity, the Company has decided to implement support programs aimed at strengthening market liquidity, building strategic reserves of digital assets, and expanding the ecosystem in order to support the growth of Japan Open Chain.
In recent years, strategic accumulation of digital assets has become a growing trend among global enterprises and financial institutions, exemplified by Bitcoin. Through these initiatives, the Company will likewise advance the strategic reserve of JOC COIN while strengthening its liquidity and asset value, thereby creating a market environment in which more users, developers, and investors can participate with confidence.
◽️ Initiatives
1. Market Purchase of JOC COIN
From September through December 2025, the Company, through its subsidiary, will purchase up to USD 100,000 worth of JOC COIN from the market in stages.
2. Funding for the “JOC Lending Program”
The Company’s Singapore subsidiary will allocate up to USD 100,000 to enhance this popular program, providing investors with more attractive lending opportunities.
Through these two initiatives, G.U. Group will support Japan Open Chain and drive the realization of a web3 society by enhancing the ecosystem.
◽️ Future Outlook
G.U. Group will continue to support the growth of Japan Open Chain web3 ecosystems, through both technological and financial contributions. By stabilizing the asset value of JOC COIN and expanding its use cases, G.U. Group aims to strengthen its global competitiveness and present new forms of next-generation finance and entertainment to the world.
◽️ "Japan Open Chain": A Blockchain Originating from Japan
Japan Open Chain is a practical, Ethereum-compatible (Layer 1) public blockchain operated by Japanese companies. Together with leading industry giants and Web3 innovators, it aims to provide a secure, high-speed, and low-cost blockchain infrastructure accessible to users worldwide. This project seeks to revolutionize global digital finance by building future financial infrastructure through initiatives like bank-led stablecoin projects and the digitization of assets such as NFTs.
The blockchain is currently operated by 14 validators (blockchain operation partners), includingDentsu Inc.; NTT Communications from the NTT Group; G.U.Technologies, Inc.; insprout Corporation; Kudasai Co., Ltd.; pixiv Inc.; TIS Inc.; extra mile Inc., a TV Asahi Group company; Kyoto University of the Arts; Hatena Co., Ltd.; CAC Corporation; CYBERLINKS CO.,LTD.; SBINFT Co., Ltd.; Pacific Meta Inc. and Nethermind. The blockchain is managed in a decentralized manner and is expected to expand to 21 validators in the future.
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Project page：https://www.japanopenchain.org
◽️ About G.U.Group
G.U. Group is the collective Japan Blockchain Foundation Co., Ltd., which operates and manages the consortium of the public blockchain "Japan Open Chain," co-managed by Japanese companies; G.U. Technologies Inc., which provides solutions in the stablecoin and NFT business domains; and its parent company, G.U. Group Inc. As a unified group, they are committed to developing and providing secure, safe, and affordable products that make blockchain technology easy to use in business, contributing to its practical implementation in society.
【Company Overview】
Company Name: G.U.Group, inc.
Location: 26-1 Sakuragaoka-cho, Shibuya, Tokyo
CEO: Hidekazu Kondo, Dimei Inaba
Established: April 2018
URL: https://www.gu-group.com/
Business Overview: web3 Wallet development, web3 browser development, and blockchain-related research.
Affiliated Companies: Japan Blockchain Foundation Co., Ltd., G.U. Technologies Co., Ltd.
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