[Metaplanet Responds to JPX's New Regulation Consultation: Respecting Relevant Procedures, Will Not Affect Advancement of BTC Strategy and Ecosystem Layout] Odaily Planet Daily News – In response to the Japanese Exchange (JPX) announcing a public consultation on delaying the inclusion of companies with major assets in cryptocurrency into its index, Simon Gerovich, CEO of Japanese Bitcoin treasury-listed company Metaplanet, posted on the X platform stating that they respect the relevant procedures and will actively participate, emphasizing that this will not affect the advancement of their Bitcoin strategy and ecosystem layout. He added that Metaplanet was founded to provide Japanese investors with a compliant channel to access Bitcoin through Tokyo Stock Exchange-listed companies. However, the company's strategy goes beyond asset allocation and aims to promote the development of Japan's Bitcoin ecosystem through "Project Nova," including operational business layouts and investments in industry partners. As of now, more than 216,000 Japanese shareholders have participated in this strategy. Metaplanet will continue to maintain constructive communication with all parties, including JPX, to enhance market awareness of Bitcoin and the company's role within Japan's financial system.