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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.
Japan’s first yen-pegged stablecoin, JPYC, launched October 27, has issued 143 million yen and drawn 4,707 users as of November 12.
Backed by Japanese government bonds and domestic savings, it aims to reach 10 trillion yen in issuance within three years.
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.
While JPYC plans to invest 80% of proceeds in short-term JGBs, interest in longer-term bonds is emerging.
Japan’s financial sector is exploring broader stablecoin adoption, though regulators caution about risks to financial stability and traditional banking.
La primera stablecoin vinculada al yen de Japón, JPYC, lanzada el 27 de octubre, ha atraído a 4.707 usuarios y emitido 143 millones de yenes, lo que genera preocupaciones sobre su impacto en la política monetaria.