what's SBI VC Trade?
SBI VC Trade is a cryptocurrency exchange platform based in Japan, operated by SBI VC Trade Co., Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of SBI Holdings, Inc. It provides services for trading, buying, and selling digital assets such as Bitcoin (BTC), XRP, Ethereum (ETH), and others, along with electronic payment tokens. The platform emphasizes security, regulatory compliance under Japan's Financial Services Agency, and user-friendly tools including a mobile app (VC TRADE SP) for spot trading and advanced order types. Key features include zero fees for yen deposits/withdrawals and crypto transfers (no limits on amount or frequency), maker rebates on exchange trades, and a lending service called Rent Coin where users can lend assets like BTC or XRP for fixed periods to earn usage fees. It integrates market-making liquidity from partners like B2C2 and supports derivatives trading, positioning it as a comprehensive gateway for retail and institutional crypto participation in Japan.
SBI VC Trade launched retail USDC lending in Japan, offering interest on fixed-term loans.
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x.com/sbivc_officialLaunched a retail USDC lending service in Japan, allowing users to earn interest on fixed-term loans to the platform.
Plans launch of regulated JPY-denominated stablecoin (JPYSC) in Q2 FY2026, backed by SBI Shinsei Trust Bank and utilizing Japan's stablecoin regulatory framework for cross-border settlements. Partners with SBI Holdings and Startale Group.