Startale Group and SBI Holdings Introduce JPYSC, the First Trust Bank-Backed JPY Stablecoin

Startale Group and SBI Holdings, Inc. today officially unveiled the brand name and logo of their jointly developed Japanese yen stablecoin, JPYSC, marking a major milestone in the advancement of regulated digital finance in Japan and globally.

JPYSC is designed as a trust-based stablecoin issued by Shinsei Trust & Banking, under Japan’s regulatory framework and is structured to operate seamlessly across traditional financial systems and blockchain networks, laying the foundation for a globally trusted digital yen. SBI VC Trade will be serving as the primary distribution partner and Startale Group, as the designated core partner, will lead the technical development.

The official launch remains on track for Q2 2026, subject to completion of all necessary regulatory approvals.

JPYSC: A Digital Yen Built for Global Scale

Built through the strategic partnership between Startale Group and SBI Holdings, JPYSC combines:

  • Significant interest from leading financial institutions and corporate giants, reflecting a strong signal for adoption in operational, treasury and cross-border use cases
  • Institutional-grade compliance, issued as a trust-structured Type III Electronic Payment Instrument under Japan’s regulatory framework, ensuring full adherence to applicable financial laws and standards
  • Enterprise-ready settlement capabilities, designed for high-volume transactions and tokenized assets settlement
  • Global interoperability across digital ecosystems, enabling seamless integration with traditional financial systems and blockchain platforms

The Blue Mark of Trust

The newly unveiled blue JPYSC logo reflects the stablecoin’s core principles of trust, stability, security and global connectivity. JPYSC is designed to serve as a reliable digital yen, bridging traditional banking and blockchain networks. Together, Startale Group and SBI Holdings are committed to building the infrastructure for a new era of regulated digital finance, delivering open, efficient, and globally trusted financial products that will bring the world onchain.

About SBI Holdings SBI Holdings is one of Japan's leading comprehensive financial groups, operating across a wide range of businesses including Financial Services, PE Investment, Asset Management, Crypto-assets, and Next Gen. Since its establishment in 1999, the SBI Group has built an internet-based financial ecosystem covering securities, banking, and insurance, and continues to expand its business globally through innovation and strategic investment. https://www.sbigroup.co.jp/english/