Subsidiary SBI Shinsei Bank under SBI Holdings now allows shareholders to receive dividends in the form of XRP, marking the first integration of cryptocurrency with Japan's traditional financial system. Shareholders registered by March 31, 2026, can choose to receive dividends in cash or XRP, enabling direct investment in digital assets. This move aligns with SBI's overall strategy, which also includes plans to issue 10 billion yen (approximately $64.5 million) in blockchain bonds and reward XRP, aiming to accelerate mainstream adoption of digital currencies and demonstrate their practicality within the traditional financial system.
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Subsidiary SBI Shinsei Bank under SBI Holdings now allows shareholders to receive dividends in the form of XRP, marking the first integration of cryptocurrency with Japan's traditional financial system. Shareholders registered by March 31, 2026, can choose to receive dividends in cash or XRP, enabling direct investment in digital assets. This move aligns with SBI's overall strategy, which also includes plans to issue 10 billion yen (approximately $64.5 million) in blockchain bonds and reward XRP, aiming to accelerate mainstream adoption of digital currencies and demonstrate their practicality within the traditional financial system.