New Developments in Pi Network! What Does Banxa’s KYB Approval Mean?
The cryptocurrency project “Pi Network,” which has attracted attention for allowing mining on smartphones. Recently, there has been a significant development within the Pi Network ecosystem. “Banxa,” a company providing cryptocurrency payment services, has passed Pi Network’s KYB (Know Your Business) verification.
Many of you may have wondered, “What kind of company is Banxa?”, “What changes with KYB approval?”, or “Can it be used in Japan?”. This article will explain in an easy-to-understand way about the company Banxa, how this KYB approval will affect Pi Network users and the entire ecosystem, and also whether users in Japan can use it.
What Kind of Company is Banxa? A Bridge Between Fiat Currency and Cryptocurrency
Banxa Holdings Inc. is a fintech company that provides infrastructure for smooth exchange between fiat currencies (such as Yen and Dollars) and cryptocurrencies (such as Bitcoin and Ethereum).
Banxa Company Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Year Established | 2014 |
| Headquarters Location | Melbourne, Australia |
| Main Business | Provision of Cryptocurrency Payment Infrastructure (Web3 On/Off Ramps) |
| Service Details | Brokerage for Buying/Selling Cryptocurrency/NFTs with Fiat Currency |
| Business Expansion Regions | Global (North America, Europe, etc.) |
| Listed Markets | TSXV (Canada), OTCQX (USA), FSE (Germany) |
| Relationship with Pi Network | Official Partner who has passed KYB (Know Your Business) verification |
The Importance of “KYB Verification” in Pi Network
KYB (Know Your Business) is like the corporate version of identity verification (KYC: Know Your Customer). It is a process where Pi Network reviews and verifies whether companies it partners with are real, legally operating, etc.
Pi Network emphasizes KYB for the purpose of improving ecosystem safety, ensuring overall project reliability, and future mainstreaming (penetration into society). KYB is an essential step in eliminating fraudulent companies and building a foundation for regulatory compliance.
Specific Impacts Brought by Banxa’s KYB Approval
So, what specific changes can be expected now that Banxa has passed Pi Network’s KYB verification? Here are the main impacts summarized by target.
Impacts of KYB Approval
| Target | Expected Benefits/Impacts |
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| Pi Network Users |
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| Pi Network Ecosystem |
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| Banxa (Company) |
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Can Japanese Users Use It? Current Situation and Points to Note
While we have discussed the benefits of Banxa’s KYB approval so far, it is considered unlikely that Japanese users can purchase Pi using Japanese Yen or other currencies through Banxa at this time (May 2025).
The main reasons are as follows:
- Japanese Regulations: To provide services for buying and selling crypto assets (virtual currency) using fiat currency in Japan, registration as a “Crypto Asset Exchange Service Provider” with the Financial Services Agency is mandatory. There is currently no information indicating that Banxa has completed this registration.
- Banxa’s Japan Support: It is currently unclear whether Banxa has officially launched services for the Japanese market.
In conclusion, for Japanese users to be able to trade Pi through Banxa’s services, the conditions for Banxa to obtain approval from Japanese regulatory authorities (Financial Services Agency) must be met. Until then, please wait for official announcements from the official sources. Be very careful with unofficial information or services.
Summary: A Step Towards Pioneering the Future of Pi Network, But Understanding the Current Situation is Also Important
Banxa’s KYB verification approval in Pi Network is bright news indicating the project’s future potential. It raises expectations for a safer and more convenient user environment for users, and for increased reliability and accelerated global adoption for Pi Network.
However, it is important to understand that, especially for Japanese users, it is not immediately available. Based on regulations and project progress, let’s calmly observe future developments.