BitTrade to Participate in UPCX Session at WebX 2026 – Sharing Vision for Crypto Payment Infrastructure

BitTrade Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Rai Seki; hereinafter "the Company") announces that its President and CEO, Rai Seki, will participate in a session hosted by UPCX at WebX 2026, a Web3 conference to be held at The Prince Park Tower Tokyo on July 13 (Mon) and 14 (Tue), 2026.

During the session, UPCX will present its vision for a next-generation payment infrastructure, based on the current state and challenges of the crypto payment market. Topics will include its initiatives in the Japanese market, next-generation architecture concepts, and directions toward achieving more seamless payment experiences.

The Company will also provide partial insights into its partnership with UPCX and collaborative efforts in the Japanese market.

Additionally, BitTrade staff will be present at the UPCX exhibition booth during the event to assist attendees. Those interested in UPCX’s initiatives, the partnership with BitTrade, or the future potential of crypto payment infrastructure are encouraged to visit the booth in person.

The session is scheduled for July 14 (Tue), 2026, from 15:00 to 15:15.

*The speaking time is subject to change.

About WebX 2026

WebX is a Web3 conference organized and operated by CoinPost, Japan’s largest cryptocurrency and Web3 media platform.

The event covers diverse topics related to next-generation finance, including cryptocurrencies, blockchain, stablecoins, AI, and DeFi. It brings together businesses, entrepreneurs, developers, investors, government officials, and media professionals from Japan and abroad.

WebX 2026 is scheduled to take place over two days, July 13 (Mon) and 14 (Tue), 2026, at The Prince Park Tower Tokyo.

Background of Session Participation

In the cryptocurrency market, interest is growing beyond simple trading of assets like Bitcoin, extending to stablecoins, RWA (Real World Assets), tokenized assets, and corporate crypto services.

Among these, how cryptocurrencies can be utilized not just as investment vehicles, but as infrastructure supporting payments, remittances, and business operations, is a key theme for future market development.

At the same time, for crypto payments to gain broader adoption, various challenges must be addressed—such as transaction speed, fees, user experience, implementation burden for businesses, and operational frameworks ensuring regulatory compliance and user protection.

UPCX is a project aiming to realize more seamless and practical payment experiences, taking into account the current state and challenges of the crypto payment market. It seeks to evolve payments from mere transfer or payment tools into infrastructure that can be naturally used in daily life and business activities.

As a domestic cryptocurrency exchange operator, the Company has provided services to both individual and corporate clients, prioritizing regulatory compliance, security, and user protection. Through collaborations with Web3 projects and next-generation financial service providers, the Company has been advancing the social implementation of blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies.

Through its participation in the UPCX session and on-site guidance at the UPCX booth, the Company aims to deepen mutual understanding with attendees regarding UPCX’s vision for payment infrastructure and its initiatives in Japan, while fostering broader dialogue on the future of crypto payments.

Comment from President and CEO Rai Seki

"We are pleased to participate in the UPCX session at WebX 2026 and discuss the future potential of crypto payment infrastructure together with the UPCX team.

For the healthy development of the crypto market, it is essential to expand use cases rooted in real demand—such as payments, remittances, and business applications—beyond just trading convenience.

We believe UPCX’s concept of 'Beyond Payments' is a crucial perspective in making cryptocurrency and blockchain technology more accessible and user-friendly in everyday financial experiences.

Beyond the session, we hope to exchange views with as many attendees as possible through on-site conversations about UPCX’s initiatives and the possibilities of crypto payments."

About UPCX

UPCX-Platforms Pte. Ltd. is a company developing UPCX, a next-generation payment system specialized in payments and financial services, built on high-speed blockchain technology.

UPCX leverages open-source blockchain technology to achieve faster transaction processing and improved user experience, aiming to create a payment infrastructure that is practical and usable in real-world settings.

By bridging existing financial systems with the Web3 ecosystem, UPCX is working to create new use cases in payments, remittances, and financial services.

X: https://twitter.com/Upcxofficial Web: https://upcx.io/

About BitTrade Co., Ltd.

BitTrade has leveraged its proprietary blockchain technology and robust security systems to provide technical support and solutions to various businesses.

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[Important Notes for Cryptocurrency Users]

• Cryptocurrencies are not legal tender backed by governments like yen or dollars. They are electronic data exchanged over the internet. • If you lose the private key used for cryptocurrency transactions, you may lose access to your assets and their value. • Cryptocurrencies may lose value if the blockchain or other transfer record systems fail. • While the Company manages customer assets separately from its own, in the event of the Company’s bankruptcy, it may not be able to return deposited assets. • Cryptocurrencies can only be used as payment if the recipient agrees to accept them. • Cryptocurrency prices are volatile. Prices may drop sharply or become worthless suddenly, resulting in losses. • Cryptocurrency exchange operators must register with the Financial Services Agency or local finance bureaus. The Company is a registered crypto exchange operator. • When trading cryptocurrencies, please ensure you receive explanations from the Company, fully understand the transaction details, and make decisions independently.

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