"Could you soon buy NFTs directly on LINE? With 21 million active users in Taiwan alone, LINE has evolved far beyond a messaging app—it's now a comprehensive lifestyle platform encompassing communications, entertainment, news, shopping, transportation, and payment systems."
LINE's Blockchain Journey
LINE has been actively developing blockchain solutions since establishing its Blockchain Lab in April 2018. Key developments include:
- Creation of LINE Blockchain (originally LINK Chain)
- Launch of LINK cryptocurrency
- Operation of BITMAX and BITFRONT crypto exchange services
The platform enables users to:
👉 Manage multiple digital assets through a single wallet
- Link wallets directly to LINE accounts
- Participate in LINE's token economy ecosystem
Introducing LINE Next
Established in December 2021, LINE Next represents LINE's strategic expansion into blockchain and NFTs. This subsidiary operates from the U.S. and South Korea with three primary goals:
- Develop user-friendly NFT trading platforms
- Support global enterprises and creators in building NFT markets
- Foster community-driven ecosystems for creators and collectors
Key Partnerships
LINE Next collaborates with 26 industry leaders including:
- SoftBank Corp.
- NAVER
- LINE Taiwan
These partnerships leverage popular IPs to create culturally relevant NFT projects while supporting familiar payment methods.
DOSI: The Global NFT Marketplace
Unveiled at LINE's 2022 Developer Conference, DOSI offers:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| DOSI Store | Templates/APIs for quick NFT minting and brand stores |
| DOSI Wallet | Supports credit cards, e-payments, and cryptocurrencies |
| DOSI Support | Technical/marketing assistance for enterprise users |
The platform currently:
- Supports 8 languages
- Operates in 180 countries
- Processes payments via LINE Pay, Naver Pay, and multiple cryptocurrencies
Web 3.0 Strategy
LINE's roadmap includes:
- Forming LINE Next TW Dev (Taiwan blockchain team)
- Developing global NFT trading platforms
- Experimenting with decentralized applications
- Leveraging LINE Bank for Web 3.0 identity verification
The Token Economy Advantage
LINE Blockchain Developers enables:
- Custom token economies through developer console
- Tokenization of tangible/intangible assets
- Secure blockchain asset management
- API integration without smart contract expertise
- Full blockchain network control
- LINE account integration
LINE's Evolution: From Messaging to Digital Lifestyle
The company has transformed from a messaging service to a 24/7 smart living platform through:
2014: LINE Pay launch
2018: Blockchain and cryptocurrency introduction
2020: Crypto exchange establishment
2021: LINE Bank launches in Taiwan/Indonesia
This ecosystem now spans news, payments, entertainment, and shopping—all potentially connected through blockchain technology.
FAQ
Q: Can I currently buy NFTs on LINE?
A: While not yet available directly in the app, LINE's DOSI marketplace enables NFT transactions through integrated wallets.
Q: What makes LINE's blockchain different?
A: Its seamless integration with existing LINE services lowers entry barriers for average users unfamiliar with crypto.
Q: Which cryptocurrencies does DOSI support?
A: Ethereum, Bitcoin, LINK, plus traditional payment methods like credit cards and LINE Pay.
Q: How does LINE benefit from blockchain?
A: Blockchain extends its ecosystem into Web 3.0 while enhancing financial services and digital asset management.
👉 Explore blockchain's potential in everyday applications through LINE's innovative approach.