bitFlyer Holdings, Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director & CEO: Yuzo Kano; hereinafter "the Company") is pleased to announce that its U.S. subsidiary, bitFlyer USA, Inc. (hereinafter "bitFlyer USA"), will commence offering cryptocurrency trading services to residents of West Virginia, USA, starting July 6, 2026. Account opening (customer onboarding) for residents of the state will also begin on the same day. With this service launch, bitFlyer USA's service area will expand to 49 U.S. states and Washington D.C., including West Virginia. This brings the company closer to its goal of providing services nationwide, with only Nevada remaining as a non-service state. In the United States, offering cryptocurrency-related services requires compliance with varying state-specific regulations and licensing requirements. bitFlyer USA has been preparing for service provision in West Virginia through a phased approach. After obtaining the Money Transmitter License in the state in February 2026, and completing the necessary preparations, customer onboarding will commence on July 6, 2026. bitFlyer USA will continue to expand its cryptocurrency trading platform's service area, focusing on security, reliability, and compliance, while accurately responding to the regulatory requirements of each state. ■ Main Services Available in West Virginia Customers residing in West Virginia will be able to buy, sell, and trade cryptocurrencies through bitFlyer USA. In addition to a user-friendly web and mobile environment for beginners, experienced traders can utilize real-time order book trading on the "Lightning Exchange," advanced order functions, and API connectivity. Customer assets are protected by advanced security measures, including cold storage, multi-signature wallets, and a robust compliance framework. ■ About bitFlyer USA bitFlyer USA is the U.S. entity of our group. Since its establishment in 2014, our group has been providing cryptocurrency trading services