Janction Partners With Cabinet to Scale Web3 in Japan

Janction, the DePIN-focused Layer 2 project incubated by Jasmy, has entered a strategic partnership with blockchain infrastructure provider Cabinet Inc. Announced on February 19, the collaboration targets improved validator operations, stronger RPC connectivity, and deeper AI-blockchain integration across Japan. For a region increasingly invested in decentralized infrastructure, this pairing brings two complementary operations under a single strategy.

What Does Janction Bring to the Table?

Janction operates as a decentralized marketplace for GPU computing power. Running on its own EVM-compatible Layer 2, it connects hardware suppliers with developers who need resources for AI training, 3D rendering, and large-scale data processing. Smart contracts automate machine learning workflows while integrating AI models, data feeds, and storage into a single verifiable framework.

Beyond the GPU pool, Janction is building a rendering-focused Layer 1 chain and AI-driven services, including agents and personal data archives. The project positions itself at the intersection of DePIN and AI, tackling the cost and scarcity problems that limit access to computational resources globally.

Critically for this partnership, Janction operates what it describes as one of Japan's largest node infrastructure networks, giving it a significant physical footprint in the region.

What Does Cabinet Do?

Cabinet Inc. specializes in the nuts and bolts of blockchain reliability. The company runs RPC node infrastructure, which handles the communication layer between blockchain nodes, and manages validator operations across multiple networks.

Its focus areas include high availability, stable operations, and Web3 user experience research. Cabinet also develops digital content certification tools for managing ownership and security of digital assets. In short, Cabinet knows how to keep decentralized systems running smoothly and securely.

What Will the Partnership Actually Deliver?

The collaboration maps out several concrete initiatives rather than vague promises. First, both teams plan to expand validator operations using Distributed Validator Technology (DVT). This approach spreads validation duties across multiple nodes, improving fault tolerance and uptime. If one node goes down, the others pick up the slack.

Second, they will reinforce RPC infrastructure specifically in Japan. The goal is low-latency, stable connections through redundancy and advanced monitoring. For developers building on chains that rely on Japanese nodes, this should mean fewer dropped connections and faster response times.

Third, the partnership targets on-chain information distribution. They plan to build mechanisms for real-time notifications covering events like deposits, NFT issuances, and governance votes. This kind of tooling is often overlooked but matters for applications that need to react quickly to on-chain activity.

The most forward-looking element involves AI-blockchain integration. The two companies want to create distributed management systems for AI computation verification traces, building a trusted layer where AI processes can be audited on-chain.

Looking further out, the roadmap includes exploration of network selection tools, service level agreements, data governance frameworks, liquid staking, Actively Validated Services (AVS), and hybrid operations that blend GPU rendering with AI training workloads.

Why Does This Matter for Japan's Web3 Scene?

While Janction recently expanded its global compute footprint through a Swan Chain partnership, this Cabinet tie-up doubles down on Japan-local reliability. Japan has maintained a relatively structured approach to crypto regulation, and its Web3 ecosystem has been growing steadily. This partnership addresses a practical gap: reliable, localized infrastructure that can support both traditional blockchain operations and the emerging demands of AI-integrated systems.

For Janction, Cabinet's operational expertise helps scale validator participation across major networks without sacrificing reliability. That matters as the project works to attract generative AI enterprises that need dependable infrastructure.

For Cabinet, access to Janction's physical node network means it can deliver faster, more resilient Web3 services to Japanese developers and users.

Janction CEO Hiroshi Harada framed the deal as combining domestic strengths to address real-world AI challenges. Cabinet CEO Akihisa Ishida emphasized building a secure foundation for how data and information move across decentralized systems.

Whether this partnership moves the needle on broader Web3 adoption in Japan depends on execution. But the scope of planned initiatives suggests both teams are treating this as more than a handshake deal.

Sources:

• Janction announcement on X — Original partnership announcement detailing key initiatives and quotes from both CEOs
• Janction.ai — Official project site covering GPU pool, Layer 1 chain, and AI services
• CoinMarketCap — Janction project profile and Jasmy incubation details
• Cabinet Inc. — Company overview, RPC infrastructure, and validator operation details