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※The "Dawnbreak Players 30" feature issue of Iolite Vol.13, with Yusuke Narita on the cover, is the May edition. Please double-check the issue number before making your purchase.
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—From the Editorial Team—

In Iolite Vol.13 (May Issue), we present a special feature titled "Dawnbreak Players 30", highlighting 30 leading figures in the Web3.0 space as they share their predictions for 2025. Through businesses leveraging cutting-edge technologies, readers may discover valuable insights into the future.

The lead interview features Joseph Lubin, co-founder of Ethereum and founder of Consensys, in an exclusive conversation. He discusses Web3.0 trends for 2025, the future of decentralized technologies, Ethereum’s mission, Consensys’s role, and the new possibilities Web3.0 can unlock.

We also spoke with Yusuke Narita, assistant professor at Yale University and active participant in a wide range of TV and YouTube programs spanning news, debate, variety, and comedy. In his interview, he shares his unfiltered thoughts on the future of money, work, and shifting societal values.

[Cover & Interview]Yusuke Narita

PHOTO & INTERVIEW
Yusuke Narita
The era of evaluating people with simplistic metrics is coming to an end—
A new age is dawning where data takes the place of money.

[Feature 1]Dawnbreak Players 30

A special feature where 30 key figures in the Web3.0 space share their forecasts for 2025.
Through the lens of businesses leveraging cutting-edge technologies, we uncover valuable hints that may help decode the future.

[Feature 2]How to Use the EXPO2025 Digital Wallet

The 2025 Japan World Expo, commonly known as the Osaka-Kansai Expo, is set to become the first World's Fair to feature a completely cashless payment system.
This guide is a must-read for navigating the Expo with ease.

[Feature 3]Global Uproar Surrounding Meme Coins

Controversy has erupted over meme coins such as “TRUMP,” allegedly linked to former U.S. President Donald Trump, and “LIBRA,” promoted by Argentine President Javier Milei.
By examining these cases, we aim to gain a deeper understanding of what’s unfolding in the U.S. and Argentina in relation to meme coins.

[Feature 4]Use Cases of Web3.0 in the Era of Population Decline

Technology has finally entered the phase of real-world implementation.
Next-generation technologies are being used to maintain and manage infrastructure, with pilot programs conducted in collaboration with local residents.
Can technology truly solve the pressing issues facing our society?

[Interview] Joseph Lubin, Founder of Consensys

A leading figure in the crypto industry shares his insights on the evolving Web3.0 market in Japan and its future.
In this exclusive interview, Ethereum co-founder Joseph Lubin discusses his outlook on the industry's direction.

[Interview]Popular Crypto YouTuber: Moshin

In this exclusive interview with the popular crypto YouTuber, Moshin shares how he learned to trade and the key principles he values in cryptocurrency investing.

[Series] Tech and Future by Toshinao Sasaki

[Series] ANTENNA: Cold Sleep

[Special Series]
Virtual NISHI: Interpreting Trends in the Crypto Asset Market

[Interview 2]
The One-and-Only "Web3.0 Actress" Ai Aida
The Fascination of Finance and Bitcoin

[Interview 3]
Global Entertainment Token (GET)
Reimagining the Structure of the Traditional Entertainment Industry Through Technology

“Crypto Asset Market Trends (1)”
Maron Matsushima, Crypto Asset Analyst, Monex Securities

“Crypto Asset Market Trends (2)”
Yasuo Matsuda, Senior Analyst, Rakuten Wallet

“Crypto Industry Insights (3)”
Daisuke Hakkaku, Executive Officer & COO, OKCoinJapan

“Web3.0 Security Topics”
Jun’ya Izumi, Associate Professor of Law at Toyo University & Certified Tax Accountant

...and more.

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※ Dawnbreak Players 30 featuring Yusuke Narita on the cover is the May issue of Iolite Vol.13. Please double-check the issue number before making your purchase.
※ This campaign is subject to extension or resumption without prior notice.

About "Iolite"

"Iolite" was founded with the goal of enhancing literacy in decentralized internet and next-generation technologies, so Japan can regain international competitiveness in the era of great transformation, often referred to as Web3.0.

This business magazine specializes in next-generation technologies, featuring various topics in rapidly evolving fields like technology, finance, economics, and Web3.0 from a unique perspective. Since its inception, the editorial team has closely followed global financial, economic, and blockchain scenes, curating the latest information with a focus on providing a wealth of content and quality.

The Origin of "Iolite"

The name "Iolite" was inspired by the gemstone known as "the stone of vision." In addition to symbolizing guidance, the gemstone is also associated with sincerity and fidelity. The magazine aims to be a beacon in the vast and fast-changing Web3.0 landscape, providing guidance while upholding integrity, delivering information that helps readers navigate this complex space.

Magazine Overview

• Name: Iolite
• First Issue: March 30, 2023
• Publication Frequency: Published every other odd-numbered month
• Format: Modified A4 (280mm x 210mm), 1,200 yen, 100 pages, full color
• Publisher: J-CAM Co., Ltd.

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Preview the First Issue of Iolite