HODL1 Co., Ltd. has signed a basic agreement with Startale Group Pte. Ltd. to explore joint development in blockchain-related businesses, with a focus on Ethereum and on-chain financial systems. The two companies plan to work together on technical development, product design, and ecosystem expansion across Web3 use cases.
The agreement brings together HODL1, which positions itself as an Ethereum-focused company, and Startale, a Web3 infrastructure firm backed by SBI Group and Sony Group. Both sides say the goal is to support the practical use of blockchain in financial systems rather than experimental applications.
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What are HODL1 and Startale planning to build?
The collaboration focuses on developing blockchain-based products and supporting IP-driven projects. This includes technical verification work, product development support, and creating systems that can be deployed on blockchain networks.
A key area of interest is building use cases around payments, real-world assets, and enterprise Web3 platforms. Both companies will also explore customer acquisition strategies and business models that can support blockchain adoption at scale.
They also plan to examine how Japanese yen-based stablecoins could be used in future financial systems, alongside more applications in digital payments and asset settlement.
How will this affect Ethereum and tokenized finance development?
HODL1 continues to build its business around long-term Ethereum holdings and infrastructure development, while Startale is developing blockchain systems such as Soneium and tokenized asset platforms like Strium. The cooperation is expected to connect these efforts into more usable financial products and services.
The companies will also look at structured collaboration with external partners to expand ecosystem reach, including enterprise use cases and financial applications built on-chain.
Why are Japanese Web3 firms focusing on real-world blockchain use cases?
Japan’s Web3 sector has been moving toward regulated blockchain adoption, especially in areas like tokenized assets, stablecoins, and enterprise infrastructure. Firms are moving beyond trading-focused models and toward systems that can integrate with traditional finance.
Startale’s work with SBI Group and Sony Group reflects this direction, as both institutions push into tokenized markets and blockchain-based infrastructure. HODL1’s Ethereum-centered strategy adds another layer, focusing on long-term asset positioning and infrastructure development rather than short-term trading activity.
Meanwhile, Startale Group has closed its Series A funding round at $63 million, bringing together major backing from SBI Group and Sony Innovation Fund. The raise includes a $50 million second close from SBI and an earlier $13 million investment from Sony Innovation Fund announced in January 2026.
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