Japan’s First Next-Gen Social Network ‘AOi V’ Grand Opening!
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The innovative SNS app “AOi V” by SUPERGENE Inc. was eagerly launched in Japan on February 10, 2026. This platform allows users to interact with each other through virtual characters that reflect their ideals, without the need for real-name disclosure or face presentation, making it easy to engage in activities similar to those of VTubers with just a smartphone.
Offering New Connections with High-Quality Avatar Functionality
“AOi V” promotes the concept of “a place where you can become who you want to be” by utilizing 2D/3D avatar features, designed to enable closer interactions between creators and fans. While providing game-like fun, it encourages community building among users and is gaining attention as a new social platform where people with common interests can gather.
Auditions Collaborating with Major Companies
“AOi V” collaborated as the official platform in the virtual talent audition organized by INCS TOENTER × ANNIN, supporting the expression activities of the selected individuals. Through the continuous provision of a place for discovering new talent and supporting their careers, it aims to cultivate the next generation of creators.
First Official Creators Begin Activities
With the grand opening, voice actor and artist Akane Kumada and DJ Mirei Tsukamoto have joined as the first official creators. They actively engage in new forms of communication with fans through video and voice posts in the app.
Akane Kumada
utilizes her clear and beautiful voice to develop friendly communication.
Mirei Tsukamoto
begins activities as her self-produced character “DJ HeMeCo.” and aims to debut as a VTuber.
Impressions and Prospects
With the advent of “AOi V,” users can express their individuality freely, liberated from the concerns of real names and face presentation. This new platform will surely captivate many users as an ideal venue for shaping individual creativity. As we envision and experience the evolution of SNS, expectations are growing.
Source: PR TIMES
