Iolite Issue Released on November 29th!

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—From the Editor—

In Iolite Vol.17, January issue, we explore the cutting-edge of Web3.0 conferences with on-site coverage of key domestic and international events, offering insights to ensure attendees derive maximum value.

We also highlight monthly topics that could influence the cryptocurrency landscape by 2026, focusing on regulations and AI-related discussions that could be pivotal for the market next year.

The issue features an interview with Andrea Barioni of the Solana Foundation, discussing the future of Solana, which ranks among the top ten in cryptocurrency market cap, and its focus areas.

Additionally, an exclusive interview with Hiroyuki Miyata, a professor at Keio University and a data scientist, discusses his vision for the pavilion he produced at the Osaka-Kansai Expo, and the future of medical data science utilizing AI and blockchain technology.

[Cover & Interview] Hiroaki Miyata

PHOTO & INTERVIEW
Hiroaki Miyata
Striving for a balance between 'individual sovereignty' and 'social value'
Japan's pursuit of a 'third way' in data society

[Special Feature] Navigating International Conferences

International conferences, now a common part of life for businessmen and students, offer insights into the current state of conferences and perspectives on making the most out of attending them.

[Special Feature] Predicting 2026: The Future Map of Cryptocurrencies at a Crossroads

With 2025 drawing to a close, we highlight monthly topics that could impact the cryptocurrency market in 2026, preemptively identifying key factors.

[Interview] Solana Foundation Head of Capital Andrea Barioni

Entering the era of 'implementation' in Web3.0, we discuss Solana's future and key focus areas with Andrea Barioni of the Solana Foundation.

[Interview] Charles Hoskinson, Founder and CEO of Cardano/Input Output Global

As AI evolves, the importance of leveraging cryptocurrencies increases. We delve into regulations, quantum resistance, a 10-year industry outlook, and Cardano's privacy-focused sidechain 'Midnight' with Charles Hoskinson.

[Interview] From FASTNAIL to DAT Company: Convano's Financial Strategy with 21,000 BTC

Convano, leveraging a stable revenue base built through its nail business 'FASTNAIL', discusses the background and future strategies of its Digital Asset Treasury (DAT) approach.

[New Series] Global Cryptocurrency Regulations Vol 2 'Singapore'

[Series] Tech and Future by Shunji Sasaki

[Series] 'Expert Perspectives on the Fluctuating Cryptocurrency Market' by Virtual NISHI

[Series] NFT Business Frontline 'The Potential of NFTs × Games—When Daily Activities Become Assets'

[Series] ANTENNA 'What a Fully Unmanned Store Teaches About Digitalization That Cares for People'

'Cryptocurrency Market Trends Part 1'
Monex Securities Cryptocurrency Analyst Mariko Matsushima
'Cryptocurrency Market Trends Part 2'
Rakuten Wallet Senior Analyst Yasuo Matsuda
'Web3.0 Security Topics'
Associate Professor of Law at Toyo University & Tax Accountant Aya Izumi

and more

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■About Iolite

Iolite was launched to provide opportunities for improving literacy in decentralized internet and next-generation technologies, which are represented by the term Web3.0, helping Japan regain its international competitiveness in this era of great transformation.

We feature various topics in the evolving fields of technology, finance, and economics within the Web3.0 domain, delivering content specialized in next-generation technologies. Our editorial team, which has been closely following the global financial, economic, and blockchain scenes since our founding, constructs the magazine with a focus on a wealth of information and high quality.

■Origin of 'Iolite'

Inspired by a gemstone known as the 'vision stone', 'Iolite' also carries meanings such as sincerity and chastity. We aim to be a guiding media in the vast and rapidly changing field of Web3.0, committed to broadcasting information that serves as a beacon.

■Magazine Overview

Name: Iolite
Launch Date: March 30, 2023
Publication: Bimonthly on odd months
Specifications: Modified A4 size 280mm×210mm, priced at 1,200 yen, 100 pages, full color
Publisher: J-CAM Corporation

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