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title: "Telecom giant KDDI to acquire 14.9% stake in Coincheck Group in $65 million deal"
type: "News"
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url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/286286921.md"
description: "KDDI, a major Japanese telecom firm, is set to acquire a 14.9% stake in Coincheck Group for $65 million, with the deal expected to finalize in June. The companies have established a business alliance focused on revenue sharing and customer referrals to enhance crypto access in Japan. Additionally, KDDI will have the right to nominate one non-executive director to Coincheck's board, supporting its Web3 and metaverse initiatives."
datetime: "2026-05-13T15:30:14.000Z"
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# Telecom giant KDDI to acquire 14.9% stake in Coincheck Group in $65 million deal

-   KDDI, a major Japanese telecom firm, plans to acquire a 14.9% stake in Coincheck Group (CNCK) for $65 million, with the deal expected to close in June.
-   The companies signed a business alliance for revenue sharing, referral fees, and customer referrals to expand crypto access in Japan.
-   KDDI gains the right to nominate one non-executive director to Coincheck's board, aligning with its recent Web3 and metaverse initiatives.

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