Orange Inc. exhibited at Global Startup EXPO 2025, held at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai on September 17–18. We introduced our manga app, "emaqi,"–launched in North America, as well as our proprietary manga-focused localization system.Among approximately 150 exhibitors, Orange was also selected as one of only 18 startups to present at Startup Showcase, a pitch event for international investors. During the session, the company addressed challenges facing the manga industry—such as the proliferation of piracy—and presented the potential of a cross-publisher platform delivering officially translated versions to readers worldwide. The presentation provided a valuable opportunity to receive direct feedback from numerous overseas investors.Global Startup EXPO 2025 brought together deep-tech startups, investors, universities, research institutions, and corporations from around the world with the shared goal of tackling global challenges through innovation. The two-day event welcomed more than 9,500 visitors and fostered active networking and dialogue.■ Exhibition Overview: Introducing "emaqi" and Our Localization SystemAt our booth, we showcased its digital manga app "emaqi," which launched in North America in May 2025. Partnering with major publishers, "emaqi" offers one of the world’s largest libraries of officially translated versions, accelerating the global distribution of legitimate editions.We also introduced its proprietary localization system, developed with advanced deep-learning models by top AI engineers. This technology-driven approach aims to help build a healthy and sustainable ecosystem in an industry where piracy remains a serious challenge.■Government Officials Visit the Orange BoothDuring the event, former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, Minister for Economic Revitalization Akazawa, and other government officials and Diet members visited our booth. They expressed strong support for our efforts, acknowledging that the spread of piracy is a serious national concern and voicing expectations for the role of technology in addressing it.In addition to the general public, many venture capitalists and corporate investment representatives visited the booth. Visitors were able to experience "emaqi" firsthand on tablets and learn more about Orange’s localization technology and global business initiatives.■Presentation at "Startup Showcase" for International InvestorsAt the Startup Showcase"– a pitch event for international investors, Gregory Nakaoji, Head of North America and VP of Finance, represented Orange on stage.He introduced our mission, proprietary localization system, and the business model of "emaqi," highlighting our efforts to deliver official translated versions globally and to combat piracy within the industry.The event gathered venture capitalists and investors from North America, Europe, and Asia, who showed strong interest in our approach, raising questions about its business model and market challenges. Representatives from Alumni Ventures, Jolt Capital, and Necessary Ventures commented, noting:“The potential of the manga industry and Orange’s competitive advantage are impressive. This is a promising initiative that will attract interest beyond our own investor community.”＜Comment from Gregory Nakaoji, Head of North America / VP of Finance＞“Our goal is to deliver all manga, in all languages, to the world.Participating in Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai allowed us to engage directly with government officials and investors, and to share both the challenges and possibilities within the manga industry. We are deeply encouraged by the feedback and support we received, and will continue striving toward our mission with renewed determination.”■Looking AheadParticipating in this international conference dedicated to solving global issues allowed Orange to witness growing interest in key challenges facing the manga industry, such as piracy and the shortage of officially translated versions.Moving forward, we will strengthen collaboration with domestic and international publishers and other partners to deliver officially translated versions worldwide and to help build a sustainable industry that ensures fair returns to creators.