Monex Group

Monex Group, Inc. is a financial services company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in retail online brokerage services for individual investors and businesses. Established in 1999, it offers a range of services including securities trading, international forex, asset management, investor education, and merger and acquisition advisory. The company provides tools for designing and optimizing trading strategies and runs a cryptocurrency exchange, facilitating bitcoin payment services. Monex Group also supports virtual shareholder meetings through its Sharely service. Through its various offerings, the company aims to build a comprehensive financial infrastructure that meets the needs of individual investors, contributing to societal growth. Monex Group has expanded its operations through strategic mergers, enhancing its position in the financial services industry both domestically and in select international markets.

Oki Matsumoto

Founder, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Chairman and Representative Executive Officer

15 past transactions

3iQ

Acquisition in 2023
Founded in 2012, 3iQ is Canada’s largest digital asset investment fund manager, overseeing over C$2.5 billion in assets. The company specializes in providing Canadian investors with access to cryptocurrency investments through innovative and familiar products. 3iQ was a pioneer in the Canadian market, being the first to launch public investment funds dedicated to Bitcoin and Ether. The firm employs advanced due diligence processes and quantitative techniques to select investments, focusing on price momentum and disruptive technologies within the crypto space. By promoting institutional-quality investment opportunities, 3iQ aims to facilitate greater exposure to digital assets for its clients.

Selan

Acquisition in 2022
Selan Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in language education services, focusing primarily on teaching children English. The company has developed an innovative language learning platform that facilitates online classes, enabling students to learn English in conjunction with a textbook. This approach promotes a more engaging and self-directed learning environment, moving away from traditional rote memorization methods. By emphasizing a bilingual education, Selan aims to create an effective and enjoyable learning experience for young learners.

Crafter

Acquisition in 2022
Crafter is now a member of Monex Group! Crafter provides Crew, a team collaboration tool powered by GPT-3 and CraftChat. CraftChat is a SaaS platform for marketers who work in enterprises to automate acquiring leads and providing best customer experience in your absence.We remove the trouble of spending lots of money on online marketing and make better conversions. If you are using CraftChat, users don’t have to visit the website, it comes to you on your social media advertisements. CraftChat delivers more solid targeting based on social media activity and profiles.

PHALs

Seed Round in 2021
Phals is a company focused on creating a social impact through business development and innovative financial solutions. It operates a platform that combines fintech and agtech, aiming to enhance primary industries in emerging countries. By leveraging finance and technology, Phals seeks to foster job creation and stimulate economic growth in these regions. The company collaborates with Japanese governments, businesses, and individuals to alleviate concerns about the future and generate new business opportunities, thereby promoting sustainable development and social progress.

GENEX

Seed Round in 2021
GENEX, Inc. is a genomic molecular testing service based in Minato, Japan, founded in 2019. The company focuses on the planning and administration of a data platform tailored for genome and healthcare applications. It provides essential services that facilitate drug discovery and development for the pharmaceutical industry and associated organizations. These services include documentation, ethical procedures, patient outreach, electronic informed consent, sample collection, genomic analysis, and comprehensive data storage and management in secure cloud environments. Additionally, GENEX supports diagnoses and clinical trials specifically for mitochondrial diseases, demonstrating its commitment to advancing healthcare through genomic insights.

HiJoJo Partners

Series A in 2020
HiJoJo Partners, Inc. is a venture capital firm established in 2017 and based in Minato, Japan. The company specializes in providing investment opportunities in high-quality middle and late-stage private companies, including unicorns, both domestically and internationally. HiJoJo Partners focuses on direct investments in pre-IPO shares through various financing rounds and secondary markets, catering to the interests of domestic investors seeking access to global large-cap private companies.

CoolBitX

Series B in 2020
CoolBitX, established in 2014 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, specializes in developing secure and user-friendly blockchain and cryptocurrency solutions. The company offers CoolWallet, a credit card-sized hardware wallet that enables Bluetooth pairing with mobile phones, and Sygna, a suite of regulatory compliance products tailored for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs). CoolBitX aims to foster mass adoption of digital assets by providing secure and compliant infrastructure, backed by SBI Holdings.

Securrency

Series A in 2020
Securrency, Inc. is a financial technology company that specializes in the development of a platform for the tokenized issuance and trading of securities. Founded in 2015 and based in Riva, Maryland, with additional locations in Washington, New York City, and Abu Dhabi, Securrency integrates legacy financial services with advanced distributed ledger technologies. Its platform supports seamless transactions across various networks, including Ethereum, Stellar, and Ripple, facilitating both on-chain and off-chain token movements. By providing robust compliance tools and interoperability, Securrency enhances the security, transparency, and efficiency of financial services. The company aims to connect investors seeking returns with asset owners, startups, and fund managers in need of capital, thereby creating a more accessible financial market.

Loyyal

Venture Round in 2019
Loyyal Corporation is a technology company that specializes in loyalty and rewards infrastructure solutions utilizing blockchain and smart contract technology. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, Loyyal aims to enhance customer retention by providing a platform that offers dynamic interoperability, scalability, and real-time value transfer. The company's services include enterprise-grade hosting, development tools, and support, which enable clients to create tailored loyalty programs with improved liability management and customizable redemption options. By addressing the fragmentation in the rewards industry, Loyyal facilitates multi-branded coalitions that enhance profitability while prioritizing the customer experience.

Douugh

Corporate Round in 2019
Douugh is a fintech and neobank that utilizes an AI-driven approach to assist customers in managing their finances and achieving better financial health. The company offers a comprehensive platform designed for money management, which includes features for spending management, bill payment organization, and savings. Additionally, Douugh provides services in wealth management and card management, all accessible through its smart mobile banking app. By focusing on technology and user-centric solutions, Douugh aims to enhance the overall financial well-being of its customers.

Curv

Seed Round in 2019
Curv Inc. is a developer of a cloud-based wallet focused on the protection and management of digital assets through advanced cryptographic techniques. Established in 2018 and based in Winchester, California, with a research and development office in Tel Aviv, Israel, Curv employs multi-party computation (MPC) protocols to eliminate traditional private keys, enhancing security for digital transactions. The company's platform provides a comprehensive solution that replaces conventional cold and hot wallets, enabling users to securely manage and transact across various blockchain systems. Additionally, Curv offers an enterprise-grade policy engine that allows organizations to define risk profiles and enforce policies, ensuring compliance and security across all digital asset interactions. Curv serves a diverse clientele, including exchanges, brokers, over-the-counter desks, digital asset fund managers, custodians, banks, and fintech companies, facilitating the safe transfer and storage of digital assets.

Coincheck

Acquisition in 2018
Coincheck, Inc. is a cryptocurrency exchange based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2012. The company specializes in the buying and selling of various cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Ripple. In addition to its trading platform, Coincheck offers payment and lending services for Bitcoin, catering to both individual and retail clients. The company also develops software to facilitate cryptocurrency trading, enhancing user experience and access to digital assets. As of April 2018, Coincheck operates as a subsidiary of Monex Group, Inc., further solidifying its presence in the Japanese cryptocurrency market.

Tradestation Group

Acquisition in 2011
TradeStation Group is a financial services firm specializing in brokerage services, investment advice, and asset management. The company operates through its subsidiary, TradeStation Technologies, which focuses on developing and marketing advanced trading software tools for both individual and professional investors. TradeStation's electronic trading platform provides users with access to all major U.S. exchanges and market centers, allowing them to design, test, optimize, and automate their custom trading strategies for equities, options, and futures. With a commitment to innovation, TradeStation empowers traders with sophisticated analysis and automation capabilities to enhance their trading experience.

Lifenet Insurance

Corporate Round in 2007
Lifenet Insurance Company is a Tokyo-based firm that specializes in providing life insurance products and services in Japan. Founded in 2006, the company offers a diverse range of insurance solutions, including term death insurance, whole life medical insurance, cancer insurance, and disability insurance. Lifenet distinguishes itself by selling its products directly to consumers through the internet, facilitating easy access to its offerings. In addition to insurance underwriting, the company also engages in asset management and provides health counseling services, aiming to meet the varied needs of its customers in the life insurance sector.

Lifenet Insurance

Venture Round in 2007
Lifenet Insurance Company is a Tokyo-based firm that specializes in providing life insurance products and services in Japan. Founded in 2006, the company offers a diverse range of insurance solutions, including term death insurance, whole life medical insurance, cancer insurance, and disability insurance. Lifenet distinguishes itself by selling its products directly to consumers through the internet, facilitating easy access to its offerings. In addition to insurance underwriting, the company also engages in asset management and provides health counseling services, aiming to meet the varied needs of its customers in the life insurance sector.
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