bitbank, Inc. and Kiraboshi Bank Enter into a Commitment Line Agreement for 500 Million Yen

bitbank, Inc. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director, President & CEO: Noriyuki Hirosue; hereinafter referred to as "the Company"), which operates the crypto asset exchange "bitbank," is pleased to announce that it has entered into a commitment line agreement (hereinafter referred to as "this Agreement") with Kiraboshi Bank, Ltd. for a total amount of 500 million yen, effective March 31, 2026.

◾️ Overview of This Agreement

Contracting Party: Kiraboshi Bank, Ltd.

Loan Limit: 500 million yen

Agreement Date: March 31, 2026

Collateral/Guarantee: Unsecured/Unguaranteed

◾️ What is a Commitment Line?

A commitment line is an agreement where a financial institution promises (commits) to provide financing to a company (customer) within a predetermined period and credit limit, based on the customer's request.

◾️ Purpose of Entering into This Agreement

The Company has been developing crypto asset exchange services and related services, providing users with a safe and convenient trading environment, and contributing to the sound development of the crypto asset market.

The conclusion of this commitment line agreement aims to secure a flexible and stable means of financing and further stabilize the Company's financial foundation.

This Agreement will establish a system that allows for prompt and flexible access to funds in response to changes in market conditions and business opportunities, promoting the strengthening of our financial base for future business growth.

◾️ Future Outlook

The Company will contribute to the expansion of its user base and the development of the market by further improving the convenience and expanding the services of its crypto asset trading services.

Furthermore, by utilizing the financing framework secured through this Agreement, we will respond flexibly to changes in the business environment and strive for sustainable growth and improvement of corporate value.

◾️ About bitbank

bitbank, Inc. operates the crypto asset exchange "bitbank," registered as a crypto asset exchange operator with the Kanto Local Finance Bureau (Crypto-asset Exchange Business) No. 00004. Since its founding, the Company has maintained a zero-hack record with high security and offers a trading environment where 44 types of crypto assets can be bought and sold entirely in Japanese yen. We are engaged in a wide range of activities aimed at promoting the spread of crypto assets and the development of the market.

bitbank Services
● Crypto Asset Exchange & Retail Brokerage ＜ https://bitbank.cc/ ＞
Thank you for making us No. 1 in Oricon Customer Satisfaction® for two consecutive years*1! The crypto asset exchange "bitbank" allows you to trade popular crypto assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. In addition to spot trading, we offer margin trading and a retail brokerage service for easy buying and selling. Currently, all crypto assets handled support order book trading, and we boast the No. 1 trading volume for altcoins in Japan*2. Experience next-level crypto asset trading with "bitbank," which offers reliable security with a zero-hack record since its founding and a rich selection of listed assets.

*1 Awarded No. 1 overall for the second consecutive year in the 2025 Oricon Customer Satisfaction® Survey "Crypto Asset Exchange Spot Trading" (https://life.oricon.co.jp/rank-cryptocurrency/cash-transaction/))
*2 Self-researched based on JVCEA statistical information from November 2024 to October 2025.

● Official Owned Media "bitbank Plus" ＜ https://bitbank.cc/knowledge ＞
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"bitbank Prime" offers optimal services for corporations considering crypto asset trading and treasury strategies, regardless of industry. In addition to features such as dedicated customer support, custody, exemption from year-end mark-to-market taxation, sub-account creation, and IP whitelisting, we strive to further expand our functions and services based on customer feedback and requests.