[Japanese Financial Services Agency Supports Stablecoin Trade Settlement Pilot, Expected to Launch in September 2026] Odaily Planet Daily News: The Japanese Financial Services Agency (FSA) has announced that its fintech pilot program, the 'Payment Modernization Project,' will support a fourth case. Applicants include TradeWaltz, NTT DATA, Mizuho Bank, MUFG Bank, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, and Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation. This pilot program is set to commence in September 2026, aiming to validate the practical application of stablecoins in trade transaction fund settlements and to address related legal issues. Upon completion of the pilot, the FSA will publish the results and conclusions on its official website, covering topics such as compliance and regulatory responses, as well as legal interpretations for services provided to general users.