This page presents Minister Matsumoto's press conference on March 13, 2026, regarding the Digital Agency. The conference announced the expansion of private sector use of electronic certificates stored in My Number Card's IC chip. As of February 28, over 1,200 private companies are utilizing this technology, spanning banking, securities, real estate, mobile, and entertainment sectors. The government plans to hold a reporting session on March 17 for a pilot program digitalizing enrollment certificates for university students. These initiatives aim to reduce user burden and operational costs while promoting My Number Card adoption among younger generations through expanded service applications.
