Tokyo – April 3, 2026 – Mediagene Inc., a subsidiary of TNL Mediagene (NASDAQ: TNMG), announced the conclusion of the second crowdfunding campaign for the "Keychron Nape Pro" (hereafter, Nape Pro), a co-developed device with Keychron, through Gizmodo Japan's online store "GIZMART" (https://www.gizmodo.jp/).

The purchase total for this round reached 119,182,192 yen, bringing the cumulative total, combined with the first round, to over 400 million yen. Keychron will subsequently proceed with the general sales of this product.

*This image is based on information obtained as of April 1, 2026.*

The Nape Pro originated from an individual development project by editors at Gizmodo Japan and was commercialized through a collaboration with the global keyboard brand Keychron. It is a trackball device designed to allow cursor operation without moving your hand from the keyboard's home position, developed as a new input device aiming to balance work efficiency and comfort.

In the second crowdfunding campaign, in addition to improvements to the device itself, the lineup was enhanced to allow users to update their work environment comprehensively, by including a compatible special specification keyboard, a custom-designed palm rest, and interchangeable custom balls.

Nape Pro is scheduled for general sales in the global market. In Japan, following the completion of shipping to second-round crowdfunding supporters, it is planned to be sequentially available at the Keychron official online store, e-commerce malls, and major electronics retailers nationwide. Specific launch dates and details about retail stores will be announced on the website of the official distributor, Kopek Japan Co., Ltd., once decided.

For those who wish to receive the latest information, such as the start of Nape Pro's general sales, please register your email address via the following URL: URL: https://superkopek.jp/pages/napepro-news

**[Inquiries Regarding General Sales]** Kopek Japan Co., Ltd. Email: [email protected]

Through this project, the initiative of product development and commerce originating from an editorial perspective has garnered significant user support. GIZMART will continue to strive to create new purchasing experiences through product planning and sales that leverage the media's editorial capabilities.

### About Nape Pro Nape Pro is a trackball device jointly developed by Keychron and Gizmodo Japan. The product is based on the "Nape" project, which was initially started as an individual development by Koichiro Amito, an editor at Gizmodo Japan, and was brought to market through a collaboration with Keychron. Its intuitive design allows cursor operation without moving from the keyboard's home position, offering a comfortable operating experience not only to keyboard enthusiasts but also to many users who spend long hours on their PCs.

### About Keychron Keychron is a brand specializing in the design and manufacturing of high-quality keyboards and mice. With over 40 types of keyboards released, it is highly regarded by keyboard enthusiasts worldwide for its functionality, design, and customizability.

### About Gizmodo Japan "Gizmodo Japan" is a technology media outlet that presents novelty and its context related to products and concepts. Through product reviews, latest news, and creator interviews, it helps users encounter new values. Additionally, the YouTube channel operated by Gizmodo features a wide range of videos, including review content where editors discuss product appeal, developer interviews, and technology explanations. Site URL: https://www.gizmodo.jp/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/gizmodojapan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gizmodojapan X: https://twitter.com/gizmodojapan

### About Mediagene Inc. Mediagene operates 18 brands, including 14 media outlets targeting specific communities such as the economic media "Business Insider Japan" for millennials, the technology and product information media "Gizmodo Japan," the community and media "MASHING UP" for an inclusive future, and the crowdfunding service "Machiya" specializing in gadgets, along with 4 commerce services. https://www.mediagene.co.jp/

**[Inquiries Regarding This Matter]** Mediagene Inc. Public Relations Department https://www.mediagene.co.jp/contact

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