AI Instant Cash App "Chalyn" Launches Foreign Currency Handling! Exchangeable Items Further Expanded

IVA Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Yoshio Aihara, hereinafter referred to as 'IVA') has launched a new foreign currency purchase service for its AI instant cash app 'Chalyn' (チャリン), which allows users to instantly convert their items into cash. This expands the range of exchangeable items since the service's launch in September 2025, accelerating the liquidity of 'hidden assets,' estimated to be worth approximately 91 trillion yen.

It is said that there are 'hidden assets' in Japan, estimated at around 91 trillion yen, primarily consisting of unused items lying dormant in households (Mercari 2025 Edition Survey of 'Hidden Assets' Dormant in Japanese Households). These are assets that possess significant value but are left uncirculated and unexchanged. Among these, foreign currencies, which tend to remain in hand due to increased overseas travel and business trips, often become 'assets with value that are not used' because currency exchange incurs fees and requires effort.

With these trends in mind, IVA has newly added foreign currency to its purchase categories.

■ Instant Cash for Foreign Currency — Simple Experience Design

As a platform to accelerate the liquidity of these unutilized assets, 'Chalyn' has expanded its services primarily in the area of used goods. Now, by further broadening its scope to include foreign currencies, which have historically had high hurdles for exchange, it aims to realize a world where 'anything can be instantly converted to cash.'

With this service, users can complete appraisals and purchases simply by photographing foreign currency on the app, inputting the amount, and sending it. No troublesome procedures or complex calculations are required, making it easy for anyone to use.

The sent foreign currency (sent via registered mail) is physically checked and accurately counted by specialized staff, and an appraisal is conducted based on the latest purchase rates. The purchase rates are calculated based on market exchange rates, including a portion for fees, and are updated daily or hourly.

Supported Currencies (20 types)

Indonesian Rupiah, British Pound, Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, South Korean Won, Singapore Dollar, Swiss Franc, Thai Baht, New Taiwan Dollar, Czech Koruna, Chinese Yuan, New Zealand Dollar, Philippine Peso, Vietnamese Dong, US Dollar, Hong Kong Dollar, Malaysian Ringgit, Mexican Peso, UAE Dirham, Euro

■ The Scope of 'Instant Cash Out' is Rapidly Expanding, Including Target Categories

'Chalyn' has been used by many users since its launch in September 2025, and the range of categories, brands, and models handled has rapidly expanded.

The current expansion status is as follows:

• Number of categories expanded from 7 to 25, an increase of approximately 3.6 times (+257.1%).

• Number of brands rapidly expanded from 157 to 1,120, reaching approximately 7.1 times (+613.4%).

• Number of models expanded from 3,453 to 18,790, growing approximately 5.4 times (+444.2%).

The number of categories has tripled (3.6x), brands have expanded sevenfold, and the number of models has reached approximately 18,000. As user adoption increases, the comprehensiveness of the items that can be handled has dramatically improved. This has significantly broadened the scope of the 'instant cash out by just taking a photo' experience, allowing for a wider variety of items that were previously excluded to be utilized.

Purchase Target Categories (As of April 2026)

<Fashion>

Brand Sneakers, Brand Bags, Brand Apparel, Brand Accessories, General Fashion, General Shoes, General Accessories, Children's and Baby Clothes

<Digital & Home Appliances>

Apple Products, Mobile Devices, PCs, Tablet Devices, Cameras, Dyson Products

<Hobby & Lifestyle>

Foreign Currency, Musical Instruments, Binoculars/Stabilizing Binoculars, Game Consoles, Toys/General Toys, Gift Certificates/Vouchers, Cosmetics (Unopened), Perfume, Sports Equipment, Gifts/Souvenirs, Tableware/Cutlery

■ Towards a World Where 'You Can Instantly Cash In Your Possessions'

'Chalyn' has greatly expanded its data infrastructure and scope of services in a short period since its launch. Moving forward, in line with user expansion, we will continue to increase categories, brands, and models, and further enhance the 'instant cash out by just taking a photo' experience.

◼️ About 'Chalyn (チャリン)'

'Chalyn' is a commission-free purchase app that realizes instant cash conversion simply by taking a photo of an item, with AI performing automatic appraisal. In addition to having no transaction fees like traditional flea market apps, there is no need for listing, packing, or communication with buyers. A delivery person who brings packing materials will collect the items at your home, allowing users to easily sell unwanted items instantly.

<Features>

1. No Listing, Packing, or Communication Required

・Simply photograph the product, and AI will automatically appraise it and present an instant price. Cash is available immediately after shipping (※1).

・The delivery person will come to your home with packing materials to collect the items, so no need to go out or prepare packing materials (※2).

・No interaction between users, such as greetings or price negotiations.

2. Unique Secure and Safe System

・By performing eKYC identity verification for all users, we prevent fraud by malicious users and the circulation of counterfeit goods.

・For high-value items or those requiring authenticity verification, Chalyn's unique authenticity appraisal will be conducted after the item arrives, determining the price.

3. Instant Purchase with No Waiting Time

・Since IVA, the service operator, purchases the items, users do not need to wait for a buyer and can get cash instantly.

・Reduces the effort and cost of storage while waiting for items to sell.

4. Also Solves Procurement Issues for Retailers

・Provides a stable supply of a wide variety of items in large quantities, supporting retailers' procurement.

・For high-value items, each is individually appraised by physical inspection, and purchased and offered at appropriate prices referencing major marketplace and auction prices.

◼️ Service Flow

① Photograph the item

② Automatic appraisal by AI (select information such as product condition for a more accurate appraisal amount)

③ Confirm the appraisal price

④ Apply for purchase

⑤ Courier collects item at home and ships (※2)

⑥ Item arrives, inspection

⑦ Final appraisal price determined

⑧ Upon agreeing to the final appraisal price, the remaining appraisal amount becomes available for withdrawal request.

※1：The amount is finalized after the item arrives at the center and the final appraisal is conducted.

※2：The conditions for collection vary depending on the appraisal amount.

◼️ Chalyn (チャリン) App & Service Overview

◼️ Chalyn (チャリン) Official SNS Accounts

Official X Account: https://x.com/chalyn_official

Official Threads Account: https://threads.com/chalyn_jp

Official Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/chalyn_jp

Official TikTok Account: https://www.tiktok.com/@chalyn_official

Official YouTube Account: https://www.youtube.com/@chalyn_official

◼️ Representative Director & CEO Profile

【Company Profile】

IVA Inc.

Location: Shibuya, Tokyo, Shibuya 2-24-12 Shibuya Scramble Square 45F

Representative Director: Yoshio Aihara

Business Content: Operation of the AI instant cash app 'Chalyn (チャリン)'

URL: https://iva-corp.com/