SBI VC Trade Launches Japan’s First Licensed USDC Lending Service

In recent developments, sBI VC Trade has become the first licensed exchange in Japan to launch a USDC lending service, offering an introductory 10% annual yield. SBI VC Trade, a…

Japan’s SBI VC Trade launches retail USDC lending as stablecoin use grows

In recent developments, sBI VC Trade said users could lend assets directly to its platform, but added that the company may re-lend funds as part of its operations. Looking closer,…

Trade finance is the biggest opportunity in blockchain

In recent developments, trade finance’s financing gap and paper-based inefficiencies create blockchain’s largest opportunity. Tokenized receivables can unlock global liquidity for SMEs. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…

Binance and Dubai Customs Partner to Expand Crypto Payments

In recent developments, dubai’s new pact with Binance signals a bold push to embed blockchain and crypto payments into customs operations, positioning the emirate for faster trade flows, lower costs…

Efforts underway to digitize trade in Africa with blockchain, stablecoins

In recent developments, chido Munyati, head of Africa at the World Economic Forum, said in a statement that outdated payments and documents are a significant obstacle for African trade, one…

Efforts underway to digitize trade in Africa with blockchain, stablecoins

In recent developments, chido Munyati, head of Africa at the World Economic Forum, said in a statement that outdated payments and documents are a significant obstacle for African trade, one…