Liquid Provides 'LIQUID eKYC' Online Identity Verification Service to X-Mobile's MVNO Service

Liquid, Inc. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Keiki Hasegawa), a member of the ELEMENTS Group, is providing its online identity verification service, 'LIQUID eKYC,' to the MVNO service offered by X-Mobile, Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Masanori Kino). This implementation will significantly reduce the review time for identity verification during online applications.

◾️ Summary

◾️ Background

Liquid is providing its 'LIQUID eKYC' service to MVNO operator X-Mobile. This allows identity verification for mobile contracts during web applications to be performed by reading the IC chip of official identification documents. This eliminates the previously required uploading of identity documents and manual review processes, significantly shortening the review time for contract procedures*1.

Furthermore, by providing Public Personal Authentication (JPKI)*2 via the 'IC Omakase Pack' and the 'He-method'*3, the service achieves higher identity verification accuracy and strengthens the deterrence of fraudulent applications. Liquid will continue to support stable, same-day activation operations that balance convenience and security.

*1 Depending on the application details and review status, same-day activation may not be possible.

*2 Ka-method (JPKI method): Uses the IC chip of the My Number Card and the password for the digital signature certificate.

*3 He-method: Reads the IC chip of identity documents and compares it with a selfie photo.

◾️ About X-Mobile's Service

X-Mobile operates an MVNO service utilizing docomo, au, Softbank, and Rakuten networks, offering rate plans that meet diverse needs, including SIMs with voice calls, mobile Wi-Fi, and device bundle plans. It supports both nationwide store networks and online applications, serving a wide range of users from youth to seniors. Leveraging the telecommunications industry's first collaborations with influencers and companies, as well as unique pricing structures, it provides services that go beyond the traditional framework of low-cost SIMs.

◾️ About X-Mobile, Inc.

Established in 2013, X-Mobile, Inc. is an independent MVNO. Since the early days of the Japanese MVNO market, the company has launched unique services that break through the limitations of the standardized telecommunications industry, while working with local governments and educational institutions to address the digital divide. Guided by the 'X' in its name—representing the creation of new value by 'connecting' with entities that have different strengths—the company has pioneered various collaborations in the industry. It aims to create new value that excites everyone, including those who have never used low-cost smartphones. Moving forward, the company continues to pursue new value through 'comradely M&A' via business succession, 'collaboration' with famous companies, and 'co-creation' with influencers.