Pacific Meta and Kirifuda Launch Support for Japanese Market Entry of Blockchain Analytics Leader Elliptic

Pacific Meta Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Shota Iwasaki; hereinafter "Pacific Meta") announces the launch of a collaborative initiative with Elliptic (Headquarters: London, UK; Elliptic Enterprises Ltd.; hereinafter "Elliptic"), a provider of blockchain analytics and cryptocurrency compliance solutions, and Kirifuda Inc. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Hideyuki Akagawa; hereinafter "Kirifuda"), a group company offering specialized blockchain intelligence (BCI) services for on-chain analysis and AML support. The three companies will jointly support the introduction and expansion of Elliptic’s platform in the Japanese market.

Under this initiative, Kirifuda will act as an introduction partner leveraging its expertise in on-chain analysis developed through its intelligence business, while Pacific Meta will utilize its experience in supporting overseas product launches in Japan. Together, they will assist a wide range of domestic entities—including cryptocurrency exchanges, wallet providers, stablecoin issuers, asset management firms, banks, securities companies, and government agencies—in adopting Elliptic’s blockchain analytics platform.

Background: Accelerating On-Chain Finance and Evolving Regulatory Requirements

The tokenization of cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and RWAs (real-world assets) is accelerating the trend of "on-chain finance," where transactions, settlements, and asset transfers are recorded and publicly visible on blockchains. As a result, not only cryptocurrency exchanges but also wallet providers, stablecoin issuers, asset managers, banks, securities firms, and public institutions face an urgent need to strengthen their AML (anti-money laundering) frameworks and enhance data-driven decision-making based on on-chain data.

However, there remains a limited number of service providers in Japan with both deep market knowledge and specialized expertise in on-chain analysis. In this context, Kirifuda and Pacific Meta, with their strong local presence and domain expertise, will support the domestic adoption of Elliptic’s globally deployed blockchain analytics platform, thereby effectively advancing regulatory compliance and risk management for Japanese enterprises.

About Elliptic / Services Offered

Founded in 2013 in London, UK, Elliptic is a pioneer in blockchain analytics for cryptocurrency compliance. Today, it is a global leader in digital asset risk decisioning, serving financial institutions, crypto businesses, and government agencies. Headquartered in London, Elliptic has offices in New York, Washington D.C., Miami, Dubai, Singapore, and Tokyo.

Elliptic’s platform supports over 65 blockchains, screens more than 1 billion transactions per week, and is used by over 700 clients across 30+ countries.

Key solutions include:

- Wallet/Transaction Screening: Assess risk associated with cryptocurrency addresses and transactions for onboarding and ongoing KYC/AML compliance - Transaction Monitoring: Automatically detect AML, sanctions, and fraud risks at scale using customizable risk rules - Cross-Chain Investigation: Track and visualize fund flows across multiple blockchains - Entity Due Diligence (VASP Screening): Evaluate risk profiles of counterparties such as exchanges - Stablecoin Risk Management - AI-Native Compliance: AI assistants handle initial alert triage, automating routine tasks

Elliptic supports global AML/CFT frameworks, including FATF guidelines and the Travel Rule, and is used by major institutions such as Revolut and Coinbase.

This initiative will focus on the comprehensive adoption of Elliptic’s integrated platform by Japanese enterprises.

Why Kirifuda and Pacific Meta Are Leading the Support

Kirifuda: A Blockchain Consulting Firm Specializing in On-Chain Analysis

Since its founding in 2022, Kirifuda has supported over 100 blockchain-related projects. Through its specialized BCI service, it analyzes on-chain transaction data to deliver intelligence that supports corporate decision-making and market understanding. In June 2026, Kirifuda will co-launch the "Coincheck Prime Onchain Report" with Coincheck Co., Ltd., a regular on-chain analysis report for corporate and institutional investors, further integrating on-chain data into strategic decision-making. Additionally, Kirifuda operates the on-chain analytics community "Dune Japan" and hosts training sessions, contributing to knowledge development in Japan. Leveraging its relationships with over 100 companies and deep expertise in on-chain analysis, Kirifuda will support domestic clients in evaluating and adopting Elliptic’s platform.

Pacific Meta: An Implementation-Focused Blockchain Consulting Firm with Expertise in Japanese Market Entry

Pacific Meta specializes in supporting overseas blockchain projects entering Japan. Since inception, the group has supported over 300 projects and engaged with initiatives across 41+ countries. Leveraging its global network with exchanges, blockchains, and projects, as well as its end-to-end support from strategy to business development and marketing, Pacific Meta will comprehensively support Elliptic’s Japanese expansion through its "Global Blockchain Partner Solutions" program. Kirifuda is a subsidiary of Pacific Meta.

Comment from Jackson Hull, CTO and COO of Elliptic

"Japan is a globally significant market where regulatory clarity and active engagement with digital assets are progressing hand in hand. Demand for blockchain analytics has never been higher—not only among crypto exchanges but also among stablecoin issuers, banks, securities firms, and government agencies.

To truly deliver value to Japanese customers, local partners with deep market understanding and Japanese-language support are essential. We are confident that collaborating with Kirifuda, with its expertise in on-chain analysis, and Pacific Meta, with its proven track record in bringing global products to Japan, represents the ideal setup. We look forward to supporting Japanese enterprises in confidently advancing their digital asset initiatives, built on globally recognized compliance standards."

About Pacific Meta Inc.

Pacific Meta Inc. is a blockchain consulting firm that combines AI and blockchain