stablecoin
Kaia has collaborated with Tether, the largest company in the digital assets industry, to integrate native USD₮ on the Kaia network. Through this launch, Tether and Kaia aim to strengthen USD₮’s dominance in Asia as the world’s largest USD-backed stablecoin with over 400 million global users by leveraging
digital identity
TOPPAN Edge and Partisia, a Danish software company specializing in cryptography, will conduct a proof-of-concept test at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST) from June to September this year. The purpose of the test is to establish a secure and highly convenient digital student ID using
stablecoin
This Sushi Tech panel discussion centered around the stablecoin revolution and its implications for mass adoption in Japan and Asia. The discussion highlighted stablecoins as cryptocurrencies designed to maintain a stable value, often pegged to reliable assets such as the US dollar, to mitigate volatility. The panelists, experts in the
venture capital
This Sushi Tech panel discussed the theme of "Rethinking Japan's Startup Ecosystem: Priorities for the Next Decade." Moderated by Akio Tanaka, Founding Partner of Headline Asia, the panel consisted of industry experts who offered their perspectives on the current state of Japan's startup landscape,
venture capital
Global VCs are increasingly drawn to Japan, recognizing its evolving tech scene, strong research capabilities, and a rising generation of talent embracing entrepreneurship. They seek startups with global visions, a "Silicon Valley" mindset, and the potential to disrupt industries beyond Japan's borders. While Japan's
neobank
SBI Sumishin Net Bank (SSNB) has delivered a strong financial performance for the Fiscal Year 2024, concluded on March 31, 2025. The results are characterized by robust growth in both income and profitability, although slightly missing targets on ordinary profit (95% of forecast), mortgage loan origination (97%), and number of
regional bank
Chiba Bank has constructed an "Analysis and Marketing Foundation" in collaboration with NS Solutions and Nippon Information and Communication to pursue "Advanced One-to-One Marketing". By utilizing this foundation, Chiba Bank will deliver optimal information and proposals to each customer at the most appropriate timing. In recent
metaverse
Bandai Namco Entertainment, a leading game publisher in Japan, has launched the Gundam Metaverse on AWS, the world’s leading cloud provider, for fans across the globe. The Gundam Metaverse is delivered using the new Amazon GameLift Streams capability on AWS, providing a virtual space where fans of the Gundam
broker/dealer
Monex, a leading online brokerage firm, has chosen to migrate its current JASDECPS system to Broadridge’s advanced cloud-based SaaS platform. This strategic shift, scheduled to go live in May 2026, comes as Monex prepares to meet the stringent demands of the JASDEC2025 market initiative while optimizing operational efficiency and
payments
Digital Garage has invested in Phi Commerce, a leading Indian payment service provider. Additionally, DG Financial Technology, the payment business company within the Digital Garage Group, has signed a business alliance agreement with Phi Commerce. Phi Commerce is a reliable payment service provider licensed and certified by the Reserve Bank
mergers & acquisitions
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation have reached an agreement with State Bank of India (SBI), the state-owned bank of the Republic of India, and other financial institutions in India to acquire a 20.0% equity stake in YES BANK, a private commercial bank in India, subject
web3
Futureverse, a leader in AI and metaverse technology, has officially launched RakutenWallet.Pass in partnership with Rakuten Wallet. Starting today, Rakuten Wallet's users will now have access to onboard seamlessly to an upgraded version of the RakutenWallet.Pass, unlocking web3 benefits like digital ownership and access to immersive