We are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership between Metaplanet Inc., a Japanese public company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, and Hoseki, a global leader in Bitcoin verification solutions. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in enhancing transparency and trust within the Bitcoin ecosystem, as Metaplanet launches a Bitcoin proof of reserves system powered by Hoseki Verified.

“Companies like Metaplanet will define the future of the Bitcoin industry,” said Sam Abbassi, Founder and CEO of Hoseki. “We are thrilled to support them in utilizing this core feature of the Bitcoin monetary network - its radical audit-ability and transparency.“

Hoseki Verified offers a public dashboard providing real-time visibility into Bitcoin holdings, showcasing verified assets with custodians such as Coinbase, BitGo, and Gemini. This innovative initiative ensures that investors and stakeholders can verify the integrity of Metaplanet's Bitcoin holdings in real-time, aligning perfectly with Bitcoin's core ethos of "Don't Trust, Verify."

“As Bitcoin adoption proliferates globally, the importance of transparency cannot be overstated,” said Dylan LeClair, Director of Bitcoin Strategy at Metaplanet. “Our partnership with Hoseki aligns with Bitcoin's 'Don't Trust, Verify' ethos and pioneers transparency in a world where money exists on a transparent, auditable global ledger. This marks the beginning of a series of initiatives Metaplanet will undertake to uphold and advance these principles.”

Earlier this year, Metaplanet adopted the MicroStrategy Bitcoin corporate playbook, establishing Bitcoin as their primary treasury reserve asset. Their continuous and growing acquisition of Bitcoin, including a recent ¥200 million purchase, underscores their commitment to this strategy.

This partnership between Metaplanet and Hoseki is a testament to the growing demand for verifiable transparency in the digital asset space. We are proud to be at the forefront of this movement, providing the tools and solutions necessary to build a more transparent and trustworthy financial future.