
Japan Enters Stablecoin Race With First Yen-Backed Digital Currency
A Japanese startup has launched JPYC, the world's first stablecoin pegged to the Japanese yen, with plans to issue $66 billion worth within three years.
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A Japanese startup has launched JPYC, the world's first stablecoin pegged to the Japanese yen, with plans to issue $66 billion worth within three years.

Digital currencies are emerging as a vital tool in global geopolitics, allowing nations to bypass sanctions and ensure economic stability during conflicts. A recent Communist Party publication highlig

The Bank of North Dakota, the only state-owned bank in the U.S., will launch a dollar-backed stablecoin called the "Roughrider Coin" in 2026 with Fiserv.

The Swift international payments network is developing a new blockchain platform with major banks like Bank of America and Citi to compete with the growing stablecoin market.

China and South Korea have launched new stablecoins pegged to their national currencies, aiming to boost international trade and enhance their roles in the digital economy.