Group 1 - Minna Bank is collaborating with Fireblocks, Solana Japan, and TIS to assess the feasibility of stablecoins in daily financial services [1] - The bank is also testing the issuance of stablecoins through Solana and evaluating the support capabilities of Web3 wallets for user-friendly financial experiences [2] - Fireblocks' Chief Strategy Officer highlighted that Japan's banking sector is increasingly focusing on corporate financing and international trade, viewing stablecoins as a potential means to simplify traditional banking payment processes [2] Group 2 - The popularity of stablecoins is rising globally as governments and financial institutions explore their applications in payments, settlements, and trade [2] - In Europe, over 75% of crypto transactions on the Oobit platform involve stablecoins, with retail and travel spending leading in countries like Poland, Lithuania, and Germany [2] - South Korean banks are launching stablecoin projects through compliant channels, while U.S. lawmakers are working on a federal regulatory framework for dollar-backed stablecoins [2] Group 3 - Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMFG) is partnering with Avalanche developer Ava Labs, Fireblocks, and TIS to prepare for a stablecoin pilot project [3] - The pilot is expected to launch by the end of 2025 or early 2026, with plans for a full rollout later that year [3]