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SBI VC Trade Launches Retail USDC Lending Service in Japan

SBI VC Trade Launches Retail USDC Lending Service in Japan

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Global Cryptocurrency

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2026-03-18 18:08:10

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SBI Holdings' digital asset subsidiary, SBI VC Trade, is set to introduce a USDC lending product for retail investors in Japan. The offering allows users to lend USD Coin with fixed-term returns, marking another milestone in Japan's expanding crypto market.

The product operates as a loan structure rather than a deposit, with a cap of 5,000 USDC per user. Investors earn interest over a specified period but face counterparty risk as SBI VC Trade may re-lend the borrowed funds. Unlike traditional banking products, this offering lacks deposit protection or fund segregation.

This launch reflects Japan's growing institutional embrace of stablecoins, though the fixed-term model limits liquidity—users cannot withdraw funds during the investment period. The product positions itself as an alternative to USD deposits, despite carrying different risk parameters.

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