Sony Plans Stablecoin Launch in 2026 for PlayStation Payments

Sony Bank, Sony Financial Group’s online lending arm, is gearing up to launch a stablecoin that will enable payments across the company’s US ecosystem. This USD-pegged stablecoin is set for release in 2026 and will be used for purchases of PlayStation games, subscriptions, and anime content. The move aims to reduce fees paid to card networks by offering an alternative payment option alongside existing options like credit cards.