With its official launch in Japan, the Bitcoin Tokyo Club has played an essential role in enhancing the Bitcoin ecosystem's growth.

Recently, a collaboration between CGV, a Japanese crypto research institute, Skyland Ventures, and the crypto community GuildQB led to the creation of the Bitcoin Tokyo Club in Tokyo. Their goal is to unite exceptional talent both domestically and internationally to advance advanced Bitcoin technology innovation. Founding members include recognized entities like KEKKAI, TEAMZ, and Ventorylabs.

Bitcoin Tokyo Club enhances the enduring value of the future cryptocurrency ecosystem embodied by Bitcoin while serving as a model for cooperation across various sectors in the crypto realm. The member institutions engage in multiple domains, from investment in funds to compliance frameworks, synergistic industry efforts, and community initiatives, all with the aim of building a robust and sustainable Bitcoin ecosystem.

To date, member institutions of the Bitcoin Tokyo Club have participated in numerous investments and collaborations tailored to the Bitcoin ecosystem, including initiatives like UXUY—a decentralized multi-chain trading platform utilizing MPC & AA wallets; DLC.Link—offering a self-custody Bitcoin cross-chain finance solution; and UniSat—focused on providing optimization through high-performance indexing of Bitcoin infrastructure.

There are plans for Bitcoin Tokyo Club to collaborate with major Japanese corporations such as NTT Docomo and the blockchain division of Sony. These cross-sector partnerships will position the Bitcoin Tokyo Club as a vital link between traditional businesses and modern blockchain systems.

Steve, the founder of CGV, remarked that we are currently witnessing a golden period in blockchain technology, with Bitcoin at the forefront. He expressed that Bitcoin Tokyo Club aims to gather Japan’s blockchain community under a compliance-centric framework, maximizing the country’s resources and advantages in the cryptocurrency space.

Yuan of Skyland Ventures emphasized that by harnessing specialized knowledge and resources within the industry, Bitcoin Tokyo Club can more effectively tackle existing technical hurdles, foster innovations in Bitcoin technology and its applications, and uncover new opportunities—enhancing the overall efficiency and worth of the Bitcoin ecosystem.

Horiguchi from GuildQB stated that GuildQB is dedicated to cultivating a more open and inclusive crypto community. The Bitcoin Tokyo Club provides a unique platform that promotes broader acceptance and use of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, enabling collaboration with industry pioneers to explore Bitcoin's promising future.

The inception of Bitcoin Tokyo Club not only breathes new life into Japan’s crypto innovation but also symbolizes the nation’s resolve in advancing the global digital economy. As this organization develops, it aims to narrate Japan’s engaging journey in the evolving world of Bitcoin technologies and applications while effectively driving the progress of the Bitcoin ecosystem in the country.

Attachment: Introduction of founding members of Bitcoin Tokyo Club

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CGV
CGV (CryptoGram Venture), a Tokyo-based investment firm, has been active in the crypto scene since 2017, investing in over 200 projects. CGV also helped launch a licensed stablecoin, JPYW, backed by the Japanese yen. Additionally, they function as a limited partner in numerous well-respected cryptocurrency funds and have branches in Hong Kong, Singapore, New York, and Toronto. They successfully hosted two Japan Web3 Hackathons since 2022, receiving support from establishments like Keio University, Sony, and NTT Docomo.

Skyland Ventures
Skyland Ventures (SV) is a venture capital fund that specializes in seed stage investments aimed at startups. Their mission is centered around fostering innovation, branding themselves as 'The Seed Maker & Unlearning'. They have invested in more than 120 startups mainly within Japan.

Beginning in 2022, Skyland Ventures has shifted focus towards equity and token investments in startups within the Web3 landscape, covering areas like Crypto, NFT, and Blockchain technologies.

GuildQB stands as one of Japan’s largest gaming guilds, governed by Social Finance Limited. It serves as a web3 game community and platform, boasting over 150,000 followers across social media channels.

GuildQB
Since the spring of 2022, GuildQB has produced quarterly reports, including 'Future of Gaming: The Evolution and History of Blockchain Gaming', actively participating in expanding the Web3.0 gaming sector.

In 2023, GuildQB released its inaugural NFT, Kisaragi, and announced its GameFi title 'QB GoldRush', partnering with MagicEden for the launch of QB GoldRush NFTs.

KEKKAI (kekkai.io), a Japanese company, specializes in providing anti-fraud security solutions for Web3. Their products include a security-focused browser extension and a mobile browser, catering to over 150 blockchain networks while safeguarding user assets exceeding $100 million. After a successful seed round raising $1.5 million in January 2024, KEKKAI aims to enhance user security within Web3 environments for safer online navigation and daily cryptocurrency transactions.

KEKKAI
TEAMZ, Inc. operates as a digital creative group offering business strategies and solutions to firms involved in Web3 seeking innovative opportunities. With an eclectic team of members possessing international experience, they deliver high-quality support leveraging the latest tech worldwide. TEAMZ leads the charge in Japan’s Web3 sector, providing comprehensive services encompassing NFT, DAO, GameFi, Wallet, and Metaverse solutions.

TEAMZ
Founded in 2020, Ventorylabs is a Web3.0 incubator focusing on Gamifi and Metaverse projects. The company has been instrumental in bringing to life several games like Souni and Tapfantasy, securing recognition and support from global institutions.

Ventorylabs
Ventorylabs collaborates with international partners across various markets, including Asia-Pacific, Eastern Europe, and South America.

The team at Ventorylabs is currently invested in reshaping Gamifi logic and developing optimization strategies for their existing gaming systems, seeking to innovate beyond traditional gaming models and set a new course for Web3 gaming.

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