Aplus Adds Cryptocurrency to Point Exchange Rewards, Launches Card for Foreigners
Aplus, a member of the SBI Shinsei Bank Group, and SBI VC Trade, a consolidated subsidiary of SBI Holdings engaged in the cryptocurrency exchange business, have collaborated to add Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and XRP handled by SBI VC Trade as exchange rewards for the point service (Aplus Points) of credit cards issued by Aplus. This marks the first time cryptocurrency has appeared as an Aplus Point exchange reward.
In other news, G-FACTORY and Aplus have launched the "GF Card," a partnership credit card exclusively for foreign workers.
Point Exchange Overview
Aplus Points is a beneficial service where points accumulate based on the usage amount of credit cards issued by Aplus. Accumulated points can be used for prize exchanges, transfers to other company points, cashback to payment amounts, etc. With this addition of exchange rewards, 2,100 Aplus Points can be exchanged for ¥2,000 worth of any cryptocurrency among BTC, ETH, or XRP.
Launch of "GF Card" Credit Card Exclusively for Foreign Workers
G-FACTORY and Aplus have launched the "GF Card," a partnership credit card exclusively for foreign workers.
G-FACTORY operates the restaurant chain "Nadai Unatoto," provides "Management Support Services" including opening and closing support for restaurants, and handles recruitment and retention support for foreign workers including those under the Specified Skills and Technical Intern Training programs. "Stable life foundation" is essential for foreign workers to work with peace of mind in Japan and get their lives on track. As part of comprehensive support initiatives for foreign workers' lives, G-FACTORY has decided to issue the "GF Card," a credit card exclusively for foreign workers, in addition to the housing search, various contract support, and mobile communication services it has provided so far.
Features of "GF Card"
The "GF Card" is issued and operated by Aplus, with G-FACTORY providing the following multilingual support. Foreign workers can apply for the card immediately after arriving in Japan and proceed with procedures without worry in their native language. Additionally, abundant member benefits expand foreign workers' lifestyle options and support the launch of their new lives.
Multilingual Support
- Vietnamese, Myanmar, Indonesian, English, Chinese
Abundant Member Benefits
- Real estate brokerage fees up to 50% OFF
- Free invitation to foreign exchange BBQ
- Free invitation to 1-day trial course at Restaurant Training School
- Special discounts on furniture and appliance rentals
- Partial free provision of language learning programs
Norbert Gehrke
