Japan’s largest banks plan to jointly issue stablecoins by March 2027

Japan’s three largest banks announced plans Wednesday to jointly issue a yen-pegged stablecoin and begin live commercial transactions before March 2027, a direct move to build domestic digital payment rails as USD-denominated stablecoins hold an estimated 84% to 90% of the $300+ billion global market. Banks Sign MOU, Form Governance Council MUFG Bank, Mizuho Bank, […]

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Three of Japan’s largest banks said they will jointly issue a stablecoin this financial year, which ends in March. Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), Sumitomo ⁠Mitsui Financial Group (SMBC) and Mizuho Financial Group will establish a council to explore operational frameworks and prepare for the issuance of stablecoins, according to

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