Sony Bank Targets 2026 Stablecoin Launch to Power PlayStation Payments

• Sony Bank plans to issue a regulated US Dollar stablecoin in 2026 to power its gaming and anime economy.
• The firm has applied for a US national trust charter for its subsidiary, “Connectia Trust.”
• The move leverages the newly signed GENIUS Act to bypass credit card fees for PlayStation users.

Sony Bank is accelerating its push to become a foundational player in the digital asset economy, confirming plans to issue a US Dollar-pegged stablecoin as early as fiscal 2026.

The plan is to operate under the regulatory clarity established by President Donald Trump’s GENIUS Act, signed into law in July to formalize the framework for stablecoin oversight.

Sony Group seeks to integrate digital payments directly into its global entertainment ecosystem. With the US generating more than 30% of Sony’s external revenue in the fiscal year that ended in March 2025, the company…

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