Gumi Inc., a Tokyo-listed mobile game studio, is deepening its involvement in the crypto space with a major Bitcoin acquisition.
In a recent press release, the company announced that its board of directors had approved a plan to purchase Bitcoin worth 1 billion JPY (approximately 6.58 million) by May. This investment is part of Gumi’s broader strategy to strengthen its blockchain node operations, reinforcing its long-term commitment to expanding within the crypto industry.
According to Google Finance data, the market responded positively to the news, with Gumi’s shares rising by 3.6% to ¥454 (approximately 3). Alongside this development, the company also revealed its plans to become Japan’s first publicly listed firm to serve as a validator for the staking protocol Babylon. This role, set to commence in the second quarter of the fiscal year ending in April, marks a significant milestone in Gumi’s blockchain ambitions.
Gumi explained that the motivation behind these initiatives is to enhance its node operation business and strengthen its presence in the web3 space. In a translated statement, the company noted,
“Through this initiative, we aim to further strengthen our node operation business and enhance our presence in the web3 domain,”
The company plans to stake Bitcoin
Gumi plans to stake its Bitcoin through Babylon to further capitalize on its crypto holdings, seeking price appreciation and additional revenue from staking and validator rewards. In line with its financial strategy, the company will regularly assess its crypto assets and record any gains or losses in its financial statements, ensuring transparency in its approach to digital asset management.
Gumi’s latest move aligns with a growing trend among Asian companies embracing cryptocurrency. In December 2024, Remixpoint, a Japanese energy and automotive consulting firm, expanded its Bitcoin holdings with a $1.38 million purchase, bringing its total crypto assets to $27.59 million. This increasing adoption highlights the region’s evolving stance on digital assets as companies seek new avenues for growth and diversification.
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Gumi has moved beyond Bitcoin acquisitions
By 2026, gumi’s crypto strategy has expanded well beyond the original Bitcoin purchase. The company reported in June 2026 that the crypto assets held and managed across the Gumi group, including its funds, were worth roughly 26 billion yen. Its holdings include both listed and unlisted crypto assets, while the company continues to expand its blockchain-related operations.
Gumi also moved into XRP. In August 2025, it announced plans to purchase 2.5 billion yen, around $17 million at the time, in XRP as part of its strategy to strengthen its crypto business and participate more directly in the XRP ecosystem.
In June 2026, the company announced that it had begun using AI technology to improve the management performance of its internally held crypto assets. It said the initiative could eventually lead to an external crypto-asset AI management service.
That development adds another layer to gumi’s crypto strategy. The company is increasingly combining asset holdings, blockchain infrastructure, staking and technology rather than relying on token price appreciation alone.
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