Differentiating with Comprehensive Corporate Support: The Appeal of 'BitTrade Premier'

──How do you view the current cryptocurrency market in 2026, President Seki? Could you share your thoughts on the entry of corporations and institutional investors, as well as market changes?

Lei Seki (hereafter, Seki): In Japan, the regulation of cryptocurrencies is currently transitioning to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (FIEA). After this transition, various stringent regulations will be imposed to protect investors. For example, there will be stricter monitoring of projects, which will also affect new cryptocurrency listings.

Currently, individual investors dominate the domestic cryptocurrency market, but we anticipate increased participation from corporations and institutional investors. Based on our experience, we believe that institutional investors could account for more than half of the trading volume in the future.

──Given this market environment, what prompted BitTrade to focus intensively on the B2B sector?

Seki: The main reason is the expectation that institutional investors will become the central players in trading. Initially, our customer base was evenly split between individuals and institutional investors. However, due to the aforementioned factors, over 70% of our transactions are now conducted by institutional investors.

──What strengths of BitTrade have been highlighted by the companies and institutional investors using your services?

Seki: There are three frequently mentioned strengths. The most common is our 'robust security.' Since our founding, we have consistently managed customer assets through our proprietary systems and have never experienced hacking incidents, which has been highly regarded.

The second is our 'low fees.' Our exchange services offer a maker fee of 0% and a taker fee of 0.1%, with no fees for large transactions.

Lastly, 'high liquidity' is crucial. The ability to conduct large transactions smoothly is a key consideration for institutional investors.

As more companies enter the cryptocurrency space, a common scenario is simply 'holding cryptocurrencies.' We offer a 'crypto lending' service, where customers can lend their cryptocurrencies to us for a specified period in exchange for interest based on lending conditions. The process is straightforward, and it has received high praise from our corporate clients.

Additionally, we provide dedicated customer support, allowing us to offer 'tailored and comprehensive support' to our clients, which is a significant strength.

──BitTrade has recently launched a new service called 'BitTrade Premier'. Could you explain its positioning and features?

Seki: 'BitTrade Premier' is the service we are focusing on the most this fiscal year. It is positioned as the 'best product for companies', offering services such as OTC trading, tax processing support, preferential treatment in interest rates and transaction fees for 'crypto asset lending' services, and the ability to create multiple sub-accounts.

Additionally, we conduct offline study sessions for companies new to crypto assets and provide language support during negotiations with overseas companies. We confidently offer this service as a safe and reliable solution that can meet all needs.

──Currently, RWA is a field attracting attention from corporations and institutional investors. I heard 'BitTrade Premier' will also cater to RWA.

Seki: Although still in preparation, we plan to offer services related to RWA trading and asset management in the future.

In Japan, RWA is currently centered around real estate. However, we anticipate a rapid increase in demand for RWA beyond real estate, such as commodities like gold.

Moreover, the demand for STO is expected to grow significantly. We aim to conduct STOs as well.

We are preparing to obtain the necessary licenses and will start offering services sequentially once ready.

──Finally, could you share a message for institutional investors and companies considering utilizing crypto assets?

Seki: In the crypto asset business, elements like 'reliability, safety, and sustainability' are crucial. It's important to choose a company you can trust with your valuable assets, ensure robust security, and maintain a long-term partnership. We have been operating with these three elements in mind.

Additionally, the key point for corporations and institutional investors is whether they can use excellent products. We are ready to provide comprehensive support through 'BitTrade Premier' and hope to foster long-term partnerships.

Planning RWA Token Trading and Asset Management as a Service to Meet All Needs

【Caution When Using Crypto Assets】

Crypto assets are not 'legal tender' like yen or dollars, whose value is guaranteed by a country. They are electronic data exchanged over the internet. If you lose the private key used for crypto asset transactions, you may lose the ability to use your crypto assets and their value.

The value of crypto assets may be lost due to the failure of blockchain or other transfer record systems. We manage customer assets separately from our own, but in the event of our bankruptcy, there is a possibility that we may not be able to return the entrusted assets.

Crypto assets can only be used for payment if the recipient agrees. Their prices may fluctuate, and there is a risk of incurring losses if their value suddenly drops or becomes worthless.

Crypto asset exchange operators must be registered with the Financial Services Agency and the Local Finance Bureau. We are a registered crypto asset exchange operator.

When trading crypto assets, please ensure you understand the transaction details and make decisions based on your own judgment after receiving explanations from us.

【Risk Explanation Regarding Leverage Trading】

Leverage trading allows transactions larger than the funds deposited as margin, which can lead to high investment efficiency and significant profits. However, due to fluctuations in the leverage trading index (crypto asset prices), there is a risk of incurring significant losses, potentially exceeding the margin.

Leverage trading involves a spread (price difference) between the buy price (ASK) and the sell price (BID). During sudden market changes or significant liquidity drops, the spread may widen, and order acceptance may be suspended, preventing intended transactions.

There may be a difference (slippage) between the price displayed on the trading screen at the time of order placement and the actual executed price. This can occur due to the communication environment between the customer's device and our trading system, or due to sudden market changes, causing delays in execution processing after receiving the customer's order, which may work to the customer's advantage or disadvantage.

Position management fees may be incurred during trading.

【Risk Warning】

https://www.bittrade.co.jp/about/risk/

BitTrade Co., Ltd.
Crypto Asset Exchange Operator Kanto Local Finance Bureau Director No. 00007
Financial Instruments Business Operator Kanto Local Finance Bureau Director (Kinsho) No. 3295
Member of the Japan Virtual and Crypto assets Exchange Association
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Profile

◉ Lei Guen

President and CEO of BitTrade Co., Ltd.

Leading BitTrade Co., Ltd., which operates crypto asset exchange and Type I Financial Instruments Business, promoting business expansion in the crypto asset and Web3.0 sectors in Japan. Engaged in the development of the crypto asset market and the construction of new financial infrastructure through partnerships with IEO and blockchain-related companies and collaboration with financial institutions.

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