- Long-time Ripple partner SBI is further expanding its XRP presence in Japan with two new initiatives. The first includes blockchain-based bonds that reward retail investors with XRP.
- The second, a cooperation with the Asia Web3 Alliance Japan, is a venture studio for projects based on XRPL. Both promote the integration of digital assets into classic financial products.
At the center is a new tranche of tokenized bonds worth ten billion yen. The securities are issued by SBIdistributed across its digital infrastructure, and they are aimed at retail investors who receive annual XRP rewards in addition to the fixed interest rate.
Payments run until 2029 and require an account with SBI VC Trade. In this way, SBI combines traditional forms of investment with access to digital assets and at the same time strengthens its own trading.
Tokenization as a growth engine
The new bonds are an example of efficient RWA tokenization. Technical processing via blockchain reduces operational hurdles and creates transparency for everyone involved. At the same time, the XRP premium combines a traditional investment with digital asset management.
The model is part of SBI’s long-term strategy: SBI has been relying on XRP for years as the basis for international payment processes and capital market innovations. The mix of tokenized bonds and digital premium shows how TradFi and Defi combine advantageously.
Venture studio as a coach for XRPL startups
The second SBI initiative, Venture Studio, is operated jointly with the Asia Web3 Alliance Japan. The aim is to support new companies developing applications based on XRPL. Venture Studio offers technical support, access to infrastructure and advice in the regulatory environment.
Japan is probably the most stable Asian digital asset market. That’s why SBI sees this as an opportunity to build a regional network of XRPL projects and expand the developer base.
Importance for Ripple and XRP
With the new bonds and the venture studio, the Japanese Ripple partner SBI is sending a clear signal. The company combines retail access, capital market innovation and startup funding in a consistent framework.
For Ripple and XRP, this means more presence, more applications and a growing number of projects built on the XRP ledger.
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