As Solv Protocol surpasses $2B in Bitcoin under management, we’re delivering trusted, transparent, and scalable BTC infrastructure to institutions worldwide.
Today, we’re proud to announce a strategic partnership with Omakase Inc., one of Japan’s most respected validator operators and Bitcoin staking leaders. This partnership extends Solv’s institutional footprint into Asia’s most regulated and finance-forward market.
Why Japan, Why Now?
Japan is accelerating its Web3 transformation through regulatory clarity, institutional support, and public-private innovation. As global asset managers look East, the importance of local compliance, trust, and technical maturity cannot be overstated.
That’s where Omakase comes in.
Who is Omakase?
Previously known as KudasaiJP, Omakase is one of Japan’s most established crypto-native organizations, with deep roots in both infrastructure and community.
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Operated as a Top 10 global Bitcoin staking provider during Babylon’s Phase 1 testnet (excluding LSTs), processing over $38M in BTC
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Critically, Omakase also serves as a validator on Japan Open Chain, an Ethereum-compatible public blockchain backed by major institutions including, backed by major Japanese institutions including:
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NTT Communications
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Dentsu
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Minna Bank
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Backed by Nomura, Japan’s largest investment bank
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A Regular Member of the Japan Cryptoasset Business Association (JCBA), alongside Coincheck, SMBC Nikko Securities, Rakuten Wallet, Binance Japan, BitGo, and Animoca Brands
In short, Omakase is the finality backbone of Japan’s regulated crypto economy and now, a core partner to Solv Protocol. Through this partnership, Solv ensures that its Bitcoin staking infrastructure expands into Japan with local credibility, compliance readiness, and community trust three pillars that matter most to institutional adoption.
Expanding Solv’s Institutional Edge
This partnership supports Solv’s broader mission: to turn Bitcoin into an active, yield-bearing, composable asset trusted by the world’s most regulated capital allocators.
By working with Omakase, Solv strengthens its ability to:
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Deploy finality nodes with localized compliance standards
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Support Bitcoin staking that aligns with Japan’s legal and financial infrastructure
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Offer instant redemption, transparent backing, and native yield with local trust guarantees
What Comes Next
Together, Solv and Omakase will:
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Launch Japan-specific staking and educational initiatives
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Onboard institutions to Solv with validator-backed assurance
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Expand localized infrastructure that meets both global scale and regional regulation
As Japan cements itself as a global leader in Web3 regulation, Solv is proud to build the foundation for Bitcoin’s next era alongside Omakase.
Disclaimer
This Financial Promotion has been approved by Solv Protocol Limited on July 22, 2024.
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