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flag Japan's first yen-pegged stablecoin, JPYC, launched Oct. 27, has drawn 4,707 users and issued 143 million yen, raising concerns about its impact on monetary policy.

flag Japan’s first yen-pegged stablecoin, JPYC, launched October 27, has issued 143 million yen and drawn 4,707 users as of November 12. flag Backed by Japanese government bonds and domestic savings, it aims to reach 10 trillion yen in issuance within three years. flag The issuer warns that growing stablecoin demand could make issuers major buyers of JGBs, potentially challenging the Bank of Japan’s control over monetary policy. flag While JPYC plans to invest 80% of proceeds in short-term JGBs, interest in longer-term bonds is emerging. flag Japan’s financial sector is exploring broader stablecoin adoption, though regulators caution about risks to financial stability and traditional banking.

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