Aptos Expands Into Japan with New Acquisition

Aptos (APT) is set to make its mark in Japan by acquiring HashPalette, a key player in the country's blockchain sector.

Aptos Labs, the layer-1 blockchain developer, has confirmed this acquisition, which will see HashPalette’s blockchain integrated into the Aptos network. This move includes migrating the Palette Chain blockchain and existing HashPalette applications to Aptos.

Through this acquisition, Aptos Labs aims to capitalize on HashPalette’s strong foothold in Japan, enabling connections with significant businesses and enhancing its footprint throughout Asia.

Furthermore, Aptos Labs has established a strategic partnership with HashPalette’s parent company, HashPort, to utilize Aptos’ blockchain infrastructure for developing innovative products tailored for the Japanese market.

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Mo Shaikh, founder and CEO of Aptos Labs, emphasized the significance of this acquisition, stating that it marks a crucial step in equipping Japanese businesses and developers with advanced blockchain technology.

The expansion efforts for Aptos also include the announcement by Franklin Templeton to extend the Franklin OnChain US Government Monetary Fund (FOBXX) to the Aptos network.

Alexander Stefanov