BOOSTRY Co., Ltd. is a Japanese fintech company specializing in blockchain-based financial infrastructure. Established on September 2, 2019, as a joint venture between Nomura Holdings and Nomura Research Institute (NRI), BOOSTRY aims to revolutionize capital markets by digitizing securities and other financial rights. The company is headquartered in Tokyo and operates with a team of experts in finance, law, blockchain technology, and IT solutions. BOOSTRY's ownership is distributed among Nomura, NRI, SBI Holdings, and Japan Exchange Group.
BOOSTRY's flagship product is "ibet for Fin," a consortium-based blockchain platform designed to issue, trade, and manage digital securities, including bonds, real estate investment trusts (REITs), and other asset-backed tokens. This platform supports the creation of security tokens through smart contracts, enabling efficient and transparent transactions in the digital asset space.
In recent years, the Japanese security token market has experienced significant growth, with total issuance reaching record levels. BOOSTRY's ibet for Fin platform captured a leading market share in public offerings, highlighting its prominence in the sector. The company has positioned itself as a key player in the development and adoption of blockchain-based financial solutions in Japan.
Looking ahead, BOOSTRY is collaborating with financial institutions such as Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) to implement innovative settlement schemes for digital bonds, including the potential use of digital currencies for settlement. These initiatives aim to further enhance the efficiency, transparency, and security of digital securities transactions in the Japanese market.
Through its technological innovations and strategic partnerships, BOOSTRY is at the forefront of transforming Japan's financial landscape. The company combines expertise in blockchain technology with deep knowledge of financial markets, paving the way for a more digital, decentralized, and efficient capital market. Its efforts contribute to modernizing traditional finance and supporting the growth of Japan’s fintech ecosystem.
