Sony Bank Eyes 2026 Stablecoin Launch for US PlayStation and Anime Payments

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Based on Coinotag, Sony Bank is preparing to launch a US dollar-pegged stablecoin in 2026 for use in PlayStation games, subscriptions, and anime content. The stablecoin, targeting US customers who account for 30% of Sony Group’s external sales, aims to reduce transaction fees by complementing credit card payments. Sony Bank has applied for a US banking license and partnered with stablecoin issuer Bastion, participating in its $14.6 million funding round led by Coinbase Ventures. The initiative is part of Sony’s broader Web3 strategy, including the June 2025 launch of BlockBloom, a 300 million yen-funded subsidiary focused on integrating blockchain into Sony’s entertainment ecosystem.

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