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<h3>pafin Inc. participating as a member of the 'Japan Cryptocurrency ETF Study Group,' proposing three reforms, including regulatory changes</h3><p>&nbsp;</p><p>pafin Inc. (Co-chairman: Amin Azmoudeh and Gaku Saito, hereinafter “pafin”), which operates web3-related businesses such as "cryptact" and "defitact", announced its participation in the "Japan Cryptocurrency ETF Study Group." This study group is comprised of cryptocurrency exchanges, securities firms, asset management companies, trust banks, as well as legal and tax experts. Along with other members of the study group, pafin has published a proposal titled "Proposals for the Establishment of Cryptocurrency ETFs in Japan."&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h4><u>Background and Purpose of the Proposal</u></h4><p>Major cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, have demonstrated characteristics as assets conducive to medium and long term wealth creation, based on their market capitalization and performance. In Japan, the ownership of spot cryptocurrencies is becoming more widespread, with an increasing trend towards long-term holding. This suggests that these assets may be considered suitable for inclusion in broader investment portfolios by the public.</p><p>Meanwhile, abroad, including in the United States, there has been an expansion in the introduction of ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds) that include cryptocurrencies as investment assets. However, in Japan, the current legal framework does not include cryptocurrencies as specific assets eligible for investment trusts. As a result, it is not possible to establish ETFs that include cryptocurrencies as underlying assets in Japan.</p><p>This proposal aims to organize the key issues related to the creation of cryptocurrency ETFs in Japan. It also serves as a collective consensus* of the study group members to propose the necessary institutional reforms required to enable the establishment of such ETFs in the domestic market.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h4><u>Content of the Proposal</u></h4><ul><li>The institutional frameworks should be developed to enable the establishment of cryptocurrency ETFs.</li><li>Cryptocurrency ETFs and spot cryptocurrency trading should be subject to separate taxation (declaration-based taxation).</li><li>Discussions on the establishment of cryptocurrency ETFs should prioritize major cryptocurrencies.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>pafin’s Co-CEO Gaku Saito, who has long overseen tax reform proposals for cryptocurrencies as the Chair of the Tax System Review Committee at the Japan Virtual and Crypto Assets Exchange Association (JVCEA), has joined this study group, given the importance of tax-related discussions in the context of creating cryptocurrency ETFs.</p><p>Going forward, pafin remains committed to contributing to the further development of the cryptocurrency industry, including the promotion of cryptocurrency ETFs and spot cryptocurrency trading.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For more details about the proposal, please refer to the following (Japanese only):&nbsp;<br>“<a href="https://pafin-cortex-production.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/ETF_9caa53c7be.pdf">Proposals for the Establishment of Cryptocurrency ETFs in Japan</a>”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span style="font-size:13px;">*This proposal represents the collective consensus of the study group members and does not necessarily reflect the opinions of each individual member or the industry as a whole.</span><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Contact for public relations and media/press coverage-related inquiries&nbsp;<br><a href="pr@pafin.com ">pr@pafin.com&nbsp;</a></p>

pafin Inc., which operates web3-related businesses such as "cryptact" and "defitact", announced its participation in the "Japan Cryptocurrency ETF Study Group." 

Announcement of Proposals for the Establishment of Cryptocurrency ETFs in Japan

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<h3><strong>Highly Praised for Services and Technological Capabilities that Solve Challenges in the web3 Market</strong></h3><p>pafin Inc. (Co-chairman: Amin Azmoudeh and Gaku Saito, hereinafter “pafin”), which operates web3-related businesses such as "<a href="https://www.cryptact.com/en">cryptact</a>" and "<a href="https://www.defitact.com/en">defitact</a>", has been awarded the “EY Innovative Startup 2024”. This award is part of a program organized by EY ShinNihon LLC (Headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, Chairman: Masami Katakura), which honors startups from across Japan expected to experience significant growth. The award recognizes companies for their innovative contributions to economic revitalization and the promotion of innovation.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h4><strong>About EY Innovative Startup 2024</strong></h4><p>The "EY Innovative Startup" award has been held since 2017 with the aim of supporting further growth of outstanding startup companies through proper recognition, thereby promoting innovation that leads to economic revitalization. Companies are selected based on EY's network and knowledge, as well as the opinions of external experts, and are judged on three criteria: innovation, growth potential, and social contribution. This year, 15 companies were selected from nine fields, with pafin receiving the award in the "web3" category.<br>EY Innovative Startup 2024 Special Website is <a href="https://24houritpeople.com/innovative-team/ey2024/archives/startup/107"><strong>here</strong></a>. &nbsp;(The site is only in Japanese.)&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h4><strong>Reason for the Award&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>The web3 market, promoted by the Japanese government, faces many challenges due to its emerging nature. In particular, understanding investors' transaction histories and asset management are significant issues. pafin was awarded for its early efforts to address these challenges from an investor's perspective and for its technological capabilities.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://pafin-cortex-production.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/journal_1200_630_px_1_238f69013b.jpg" alt="EY受賞2.jpg" srcset="https://pafin-cortex-production.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/thumbnail_journal_1200_630_px_1_238f69013b.jpg 245w,https://pafin-cortex-production.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/small_journal_1200_630_px_1_238f69013b.jpg 500w,https://pafin-cortex-production.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/medium_journal_1200_630_px_1_238f69013b.jpg 750w,https://pafin-cortex-production.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/large_journal_1200_630_px_1_238f69013b.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw"></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><h4><strong>Comments from pafin Co-chairman: Amin Azmoudeh and Gaku Saito</strong></h4><p>Since its inception in December 2017, pafin has been committed to solving challenges in the web3 space, launching the leading cryptocurrency profit and loss calculation service "<a href="https://www.cryptact.com/en">cryptact</a>" and “web3 Sidekick” service "<a href="https://www.defitact.com/en">defitact</a>" in June 2023, which allow users to aggregate DeFi and NFT transactions on blockchains, and visualize on-chain activity. One of the evaluated points was our "blockchain analysis capability," an area we have focused on since around 2020. As of March 2024, we can analyze over thirty thousand smart contracts, a feat that only a few companies worldwide have achieved, making it a significant intellectual property for our company.</p><p>We will continue to leverage our accumulated IT technology and analytical capabilities to engage in new businesses essential for the development and revitalization of web3.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Contact for public relations and media/press coverage-related inquiries<br><a href="Contact for public relations and media/press coverage-related inquiries pr@pafin.com ">pr@pafin.com&nbsp;</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

pafin Inc. , which operates web3-related businesses such as "cryptact" and "defitact," has been awarded the "EY Innovative Startup 2024."

pafin Inc. wins "EY Innovative Startup 2024" in the web3 Sector 

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pafin、web3部門において“EY Innovative Startup 2024”を受賞 

<h3><strong>Leveraging the strengths of both companies to implement a wallet service that serves as infrastructure for web3</strong></h3><p>pafin Inc. (Co-chairman: Amin Azmoudeh and Gaku Saito, hereinafter “pafin”), which operates the leading cryptocurrency profit and loss calculation service <a href="https://www.cryptact.com/en">cryptact</a>, has announced the collaborationcollaboration of the service with the web3 "scramberry WALLET" developed by NTT Digital Corporation (Representative Kenichi Hamana, hereinafter "NTT Digital").&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h4><strong>Overview of the Collaboration</strong></h4><p>With the release of “scramberry WALLET” by NTT Digital, the collaboration with pafin's automatic cryptocurrency profit and loss calculation service "<a href="https://www.cryptact.com/en">cryptact</a>" has commenced. By providing a link to cryptact in scramberry WALLET, pafin and NTT Digital aim to support wallet users with profit and loss calculations and tax filings.</p><p>Moving forward, we will continue to strive towards creating an environment where individuals and companies can easily and safely use web3 and blockchain technology.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h4><strong>About scramberry WALLET&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>scramberry WALLET is a user-friendly digital wallet that focuses on security and safety. Key features include quick registration using only telephone number, easy-to-use operation to ensure many people can enjoy a smooth experience, including those who are using crypto-assets or NFTs for the first time. The wallet is also equipped with features such as private key backup and biometric authentication to provide users with a secure digital experience.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h4><strong>About NTT Digital</strong></h4><p>Representative director: Kenichi Hamana<br>HP: <a href="https://nttdigital.io/en">https://nttdigital.io/en</a><br>Ownership: NTT DOCOMO 100%<br>Business activities: Planning and development of products and services utilizing blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Contact for public relations and media/press coverage-related inquiries<br><a href="Contact for public relations and media/press coverage-related inquiries pr@pafin.com ">pr@pafin.com&nbsp;</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

pafin Inc. has announced the collaborationcollaboration of the service with the web3 "scramberry WALLET" developed by NTT Digital Corporation.

cryptact begins collaboration with NTT Digital's web3 wallet "scramberry WALLET" 

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暗号資産の損益計算サービス「クリプタクト」、NTT Digitalのweb3ウォレット「scramberry WALLET」と連携を開始 