Sony Bank (President and CEO: Keiji Minami / Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; hereinafter "Sony Bank") announced today that starting Tuesday, June 30, 2026, it has enabled authentication via Sony Account on its "Sony Bank CONNECT" app for the web3 entertainment domain. Purpose of Sony Account Support Since its release in July 2024, Sony Bank CONNECT has implemented various initiatives in collaboration with companies within the Sony Group. By supporting Sony Account, seamless authentication with services from various Sony Group companies is now possible, allowing for even more convenient and comfortable use. What is Sony Account? Sony Account is the "One account" operated and managed by Sony Group Corporation, necessary for using eligible apps and services of the Sony Group. Features of Sony Account - Log in to multiple services with a single ID Sony Account allows you to sign in to multiple eligible apps and services of the Sony Group with a single set of authentication information, such as your email address and password. - Centralized account management Basic information such as email addresses required for authentication is shared and synchronized across services, eliminating the need for individual management for each service. - Safe and secure service provision Robust security measures are in place to effectively address threats such as unauthorized access and account hijacking. https://www.account.sony.com/ja-jp/top/ What is Sony Bank CONNECT? Sony Bank CONNECT is a smartphone app for the web3 entertainment domain with the theme of "connecting" to expanding emotional experiences that anyone can easily and safely enjoy. With Sony Bank CONNECT, you can view your NFT (Note 2) collection anytime, anywhere. It is easy for beginners to use and allows for a casual experience in the world of web3. https://sonybank.jp/tool/app/connect/ (Note 1) web3 refers to decentralized web services that utilize blockchain (distributed ledger) technology for users to share and manage