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‘Priced out’ — Metaplanet launches study on Bitcoin-backed digital credit

Metaplanet is exploring the launch of "Project NOVA," a Bitcoin-backed digital credit framework designed for small and mid-sized Japanese firms that face challenges accessing the country's traditional bond market. Partnering with Metaplanet Securities, stablecoin issuer JPYC, and tokenization firm Progmat, the initiative would use Metaplanet's Bitcoin holdings (currently 43,000 BTC) as collateral to create an open marketplace. This platform would allow companies to issue their own tokenized digital credit directly to investors, enabling potential 24/7 trading and daily interest settlements. The move aligns with Metaplanet's broader strategy to expand into digital credit and Bitcoin capital markets. While the concept, inspired by MicroStrategy's STRC instrument, has shown resilience in the market, the reception from Japanese regulators and the broader market remains uncertain. Following the announcement, Metaplanet's stock price rose 4%.

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