Double Jump.Tokyo Raises Over $10 Million From SBI and Sony Group

Double Jump.Tokyo, a Japan-based Web3 gaming company, has secured over $10 million in its Series D first closing led by SBI Investment. The round, which had the participation of Sony Group Corporation and others, will allow the company to continue developing blockchain games and offering related services, strengthening its talent base at the same time. … Read more

Sony Group to Enter the Cryptocurrency Trading Business Through S.BLOX’s Whalefin

Sony Group, the Japanese multinational conglomerate, will enter the cryptocurrency trading services business through its newly revamped S.BLOX subsidiary. The company, previously known as Amber Group, operated a cryptocurrency exchange called “Whalefin,” which will be renewed with the release of a new app, new functions, and support for more cryptocurrency assets. Sonny Group to Dabble … Read more

Sony Bank Tests Yen-Pegged Stablecoin, Taps Polygon for Pilot Project

According to a regional report, Sony Bank of Japan is currently exploring the potential of a stablecoin tied to the yen that could be utilized by Sony Group along with its associated entities. Insiders revealed that this endeavor’s testing phase employs the Polygon blockchain, with the crypto firm Settlemint lending its support. Polygon and Settlemint … Read more