Diarkis Joins J-StarX 2025: Advancing Global Vision Through Innovation and Collaboration

We are proud to announce that Diarkis has been selected as one of the participating companies in J-StarX 2025, a prestigious international startup acceleration initiative organized by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). This milestone marks a significant step in Diarkis’ ongoing mission to bring our advanced distributed networking technology to global industries ranging from gaming to defense and beyond.

In February 2025, we participated in a high-impact training and networking program held in Honolulu, Hawaii, where we connected with global stakeholders, startup peers, and mentors focused on driving the future of technology and entrepreneurship.

What is J-StarX?

J-StarX (Japan Startup Acceleration for Regional Transformation) is a startup development and international expansion program led by METI, designed to foster the next generation of global entrepreneurs in Japan. The initiative aims to position Japanese startups on the global stage by connecting them with international ecosystems, markets, and capital.

Through overseas programs in innovation hubs like Silicon Valley, Singapore, and Hawaii, J-StarX enables selected startups to:

• Engage in practical global training programs
• Gain exposure to investors, accelerators, and global partners
• Expand business development and networking opportunities
• Learn from world-class entrepreneurs and venture capitalists

J-StarX places a strong emphasis on helping startups bridge the gap between domestic potential and international scalability.

About PITCHR

PITCHR is the lead organizing partner for the Hawaii-based segment of the J-StarX program. With a mission to connect global entrepreneurs through curated programs, PITCHR provides startups with hands-on coaching, real-world market validation, and a community of global-minded founders.

In the Honolulu program, PITCHR hosted and facilitated sessions that covered topics such as:

• Cross-cultural business development
• Pitching for international investors
• Local ecosystem insights and U.S. market entry strategies
• Startup storytelling and positioning for global appeal

Thanks to PITCHR’s deep-rooted relationships with both local and international business communities, startups like Diarkis were able to rapidly build connections and gain actionable insights during the immersive week-long experience.

Diarkis at J-StarX Hawaii: Our Experience

Our week in Honolulu was both invigorating and productive. Diarkis had the opportunity to:

• Pitch our technology—particularly our MatchMaker module and decentralized network engine—to an audience of international investors and ecosystem leaders.
• Participate in tailored workshops that refined our global go-to-market strategy, storytelling, and partner outreach.
• Engage with fellow startups from across Japan and the Asia-Pacific region, exchanging knowledge and challenges from different industries and markets.
• Meet U.S.-based mentors, investors, and business leaders who provided invaluable feedback on Diarkis' potential in global sectors such as defense tech, cloud infrastructure, and gaming.

The Honolulu setting served as more than just a beautiful backdrop—it acted as a bridge between Japan and the U.S. innovation community, offering an ideal platform for Diarkis to begin establishing our presence in the North American market.

Looking Ahead

Being selected for J-StarX 2025 is not only an honor but also a strong signal that the innovation behind Diarkis resonates with global partners. We are grateful to METI, PITCHR, and the entire J-StarX organizing team for the opportunity to accelerate our vision on the world stage.

We return from Hawaii with renewed momentum, new allies, and strategic clarity for our next phase of growth. As we continue to advance our distributed, real-time networking middleware, we’re more excited than ever to collaborate with international partners, investors, and developers who believe in building resilient, scalable technology infrastructure.

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