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Circle and Nomura to Launch USDC Settlement Service for Japanese Firms
Circle is partnering with Nomura Holdings to offer instant foreign currency settlement using USDC to Japanese corporates. The service is scheduled to begin operations in 2027.
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Circle is entering the Japanese corporate market through a partnership with Nomura Holdings to provide instant foreign currency settlement using USDC. The service will target Japanese corporates and is planned for a 2027 launch. It will enable immediate settlement of foreign currency transactions through the stablecoin.
The arrangement combines Circle's USDC infrastructure with Nomura's local market presence to serve corporate clients in Japan.
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