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Sony is redefining the cryptocurrency exchange market
Mon 01 Jul 2024 ▪ 4 min read ▪ by Mikaia A.
The determination of some institutional investors to venture into the cryptocurrency industry remains, despite the recent setbacks in the sector. Japanese giant Sony is among these bold entities advancing their positions in the complex cryptocurrency landscape. The latest masterstroke? The launch of its new cryptocurrency exchange platform, S.BLOX. This development marks a strategic step for Sony as it continues to expand its digital portfolio.
Sony makes a statement with S.BLOX and its new interface
Sony didn’t wait for the cryptocurrency craze to hit explore Web3, NFTs and the metaverse. The Japanese giant has in fact multiplied initiatives in these areas, namely with the NFT project launch and collaborations with blockchain companies.
But here comes the recent announcement in a new cryptocurrency exchange, called S.BLOX, changing the game.
This platform, resulting from the acquisition of DeCurreta Japanese cryptocurrency exchange owned by Sony subsidiary Quetta Web Co. promises revolutionize the user experience with a revamped interface and an easy-to-use mobile app.
According to Shinichi Tobe of Sony corporate communications:
« We believe that developing Web3 services within the Sony Group provides an opportunity to attract customers from the Fiat Economic Zone (Web2). By improving UIUX and extending the functionality of the service, we aim to expand our activities through internal and external collaborations. »
So Sony hopes captivate cryptocurrency enthusiastsincluding bitcoin (BTC) and other altcoins, while also integrating its other digital services.
Amber Group and Sony’s Cryptocurrency Expansion
The decisive turning point for Sony in the world of cryptocurrencies is undeniably its acquisition of Amber Groupone of the main players in the sector.
This move, which comes after a $300 million funding round from Amber Group, marks a bold response to the post-FTX turmoil.
Amber Group, supported by notable sponsors such as Temasek, Sequoia China and CoinbaseI saw it on Sony a strategic partner capable of revitalizing the cryptocurrency market.
As noted by cryptocurrency reporter Colin Wu: “Sony’s acquisition of Amber marks a strategic move in the cryptocurrency exchange space, leveraging its strong presence in the market.”
This initiative is not only aimed at safe customers affected by the FTX fiasco, but also to solidify Sony’s position in a rapidly growing sector.
The depreciation of the Japanese yen has also led companies like Metaplanet to adopt a Bitcoin-centric strategy, further accentuating interest in cryptocurrencies in the current economic climate.
Sony, with its crypto ambitions and innovative initiatives, complementing its previous projects, paves the way for a future where blockchain technologies and digital financial services are closely intertwined. It remains to be seen how these strategies will play out in the coming months.
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Mikaia A.
The blockchain and cryptocurrency revolution is underway! And the day the impacts were felt in the economy of the most vulnerable in this world, against all hope, I tell you that for some
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