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 integration significantly reduces the review time for identity verification during online applications.

◾️ Summary

◾️ Background

Liquid is now providing its 'LIQUID eKYC' service to MVNO operator X-Mobile. This allows identity verification for mobile contracts during online applications to be conducted by reading the IC chip of official identification documents. This eliminates the need for the traditional process of uploading ID documents and undergoing manual review, significantly shortening the time required for contract processing*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 the identity document and verifies it against a selfie photo.

◾️ About X-Mobile's Service

X-Mobile operates an MVNO service utilizing networks from docomo, au, Softbank, and Rakuten, offering rate plans that meet diverse needs, including SIMs with voice calls, mobile Wi-Fi, and device bundle plans. They serve a wide range of users from youth to seniors through both a nationwide store network and online applications. Their strengths lie in unique pricing structures and collaborations with influencers and companies—a first in the telecommunications industry—allowing them to provide services that go beyond the traditional framework of low-cost SIM providers.

◾️ 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. Driven 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 within the industry. They aim to create new value that excites everyone, including those who have never used low-cost smartphones. Moving forward, they continue to pursue 'comradely M&A' through business succession, 'collaboration' with famous companies, and 'co-creation' with influencers.