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Japan’s Only Licensed Stablecoin Exchange | SBI VC Trade CEO Kondo Tomohiko
What does crypto look like in one of the world’s most regulated markets?At TEAMZ Summit 2026 in Tokyo, Matthew Owens sits down with Kondo Tomohiko, CEO of SBI VC Trade the only licensed stablecoin exchange in Japan to explore stablecoins, regulation, and adoption. From USDC lending to Japan’s upcoming JPY-backed stablecoin, this episode reveals how strict regulation is shaping long-term opportunity.🔍 Topics Covered:• SBI VC Trade’s stablecoin license in Japan• USDC lending (up to 10% promo, ~5% target)• JPYSC (yen-backed stablecoin, Q2 2026)• RLUSD + 1M yen cap on foreign stablecoins• Japan…
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