Iolite Latest Issue Released on May 29th (Friday)!

※Iolite Vol.20 featuring Ryoko Yonekura on the cover is the 'July issue.' Please confirm the issue number before purchasing.
※The campaign may end or be extended without notice.

—From the Editorial Team—

In the July issue of Iolite Vol.20, we explore the current state and future outlook of payments under the theme 'Beyond the Gateway of the Future of Payments,' showcasing the latest trends in the payment sector.

We provide insights into the major frameworks surrounding cryptocurrencies and stablecoins, and through interviews with Mastercard, PayPay, and Netstars, we explore the 'commonalities' essential for considering the future of payments.

Furthermore, in 'The Shock of Dual-Use: Unrestricted Technological Innovation,' we focus on the rapidly blurring lines between civilian and military technologies, delving into the realities of technological supremacy at the forefront.

Additionally, in 'The Future of Humanity Expanded by BMI—The 'Sixth Sense' from Brain-Connected Devices,' we feature the latest trends surrounding Brain-Machine Interfaces and the development philosophies in Japan and Europe.

The main interview features an exclusive conversation with the renowned actress Ryoko Yonekura. From behind the scenes of era-defining blockbuster works to her journey of independence and pioneering new frontiers in expression while managing her own company, we delve into her philosophy of 'solitude' and 'sincerity.'

[Cover & Interview] Ryoko Yonekura

PHOTO & INTERVIEW
Ryoko Yonekura
You cannot become a pioneer by avoiding solitude.

[Feature 1] The Future of Payments Beyond the Gateway

With the growth of AI and the increasing use of stablecoins, the conventional wisdom of payments is undergoing a transformation.

We explain the major frameworks surrounding cryptocurrencies and stablecoins, and through interviews with Mastercard, PayPay, and Netstars, we explore the 'commonalities' in considering the future of payments.

[Feature 2] Innovation Without Taboos: The Dual-Use Shockwave

The boundary between civilian and military applications is rapidly blurring. Cutting-edge technologies such as AI, semiconductors, and space are now inseparable from national security. At the forefront of technological innovation, competition and geopolitics intersect, rewriting the very rules of the world. We delve into the realities of technological dominance at the cutting edge.

[Feature 3] The Future of Humanity Expanded by BMI: The 'Sixth Sense' Stemming from Brain-Computer Interface Devices

The mechanization of the body and the timeless theme of a 'cybernetic future' have already begun. We touch on the latest trends surrounding brain-machine interfaces and the development philosophies in Japan and Europe.

[Interview] Fireblocks CEO and Co-Founder Michael Shaulov

As the entry of traditional finance accelerates, the on-chain transition is approaching a critical phase. We spoke with Michael Shaulov of Fireblocks, who describes this situation as a 'triple point,' about the future outlook of the industry and the role of his company.

[Dialogue Series] The NISHI Talk: Crypto Conversations - The True Decentralization of DeFi and Challenges in the Crypto Asset Industry

In this project, virtual NISHI, a prominent crypto analyst, engages in candid discussions about recent trends in the crypto asset industry with individuals he feels compelled to speak with. This time, he deepens the conversation with Professor Yoshihiko Uchida of Shunan Public University, an expert in crypto asset regulation, about the challenges surrounding 'true decentralization' highlighted in DeFi and the trends in the domestic crypto asset industry.

[Interview]

RippleX SVP Marcus Infanger

[New Series] The Era of Thinking kikAI: The Shock of an AI-Only SNS 'Moltbook'! What Are the Capabilities and Challenges of AI Agents?

[Series] Learning from the History of Money: Cryptocurrencies Part 4 'Designing Proof of Value'

[Series] Global Cryptocurrency Regulations Vol 5 'United Kingdom'

[Series] Tech and Future by Toshinao Sasaki

[Series] NFT Business Frontline 'An Era Where Hobbies Become Assets? The Frontline of Real Assets and NFTs'

[Series] ANTENNA 'Do Rejuvenating Jellyfish Dream of Immortality?'

'Cryptocurrency Market Trends ①'
Monex Securities Crypto Asset Analyst Marin Matsushima

'Cryptocurrency Market Trends ②'
Rakuten Wallet Senior Analyst Yasuo Matsuda

'Cryptocurrency Technology Trends'
AokiApp Yuki Aoki

'Work Theory with WHITE SCORPION'
WHITE SCORPION

And more

A campaign is underway offering up to 16% OFF the magazine's base price of 8,040 yen (including tax and shipping) for six issues with an annual subscription through 'Fujisan Magazine,' effectively making one issue free!

※ Ryoko Yonekura is on the cover of Iolite Vol.20, which is the 'July issue.' Please confirm the issue number before purchasing.
※ The campaign may end or be extended without notice.

■About Iolite

"Iolite" was launched to enhance literacy in decentralized internet and next-generation technologies, aiming for Japan to regain international competitiveness in the era of significant transformation known as Web3.0.

This business magazine specializes in next-generation technology topics, featuring various subjects in the ever-evolving fields of technology, finance, economy, and Web3.0 from a unique perspective. Our editorial team, closely following global financial, economic, and blockchain scenes since inception, constructs the magazine with a commitment to abundant information and quality, providing the latest insights across these domains.

■Origin of "Iolite"

Inspired by the gemstone known as the stone of vision, "Iolite" also carries the meanings of sincerity and chastity, in addition to its guiding symbolism. We aim to be a media outlet that serves as a guiding principle in the vast and rapidly changing realm of Web3.0, committed to disseminating information with integrity.

■Magazine Overview

Name: Iolite
Launch Date: March 30, 2023
Publication: Every odd-numbered month
Specifications: A4 variant 280mm×210mm, priced at 1,200 yen, 100 pages, full color
Publisher: J-CAM Co., Ltd.

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