Twenty-one financial institutions have committed to establish a company in H2 2026 that will support a USD-denominated stablecoin, targeting a launch in H1 2027. The consortium includes major banks and investment firms across North America, Europe, Asia and other regions. The venture will focus on a USD stablecoin with plans to expand into additional G7 currencies, prioritizing a euro offering. The initiative follows an October 2025 announcement involving 10 banks and tests whether major institutions can build regulated digital money for payments. The company’s name and final structure have not been announced.
Twenty-one financial institutions have committed to establish a company in the second half of 2026 that will support a USD-denominated stablecoin,with a target launch in the first half of 2027. The consortium includes major banks and investment firms across North America,Europe,Asia and other regions,
The initiative follows an October 2025 announcement involving 10 banks exploring a 1:1 reserve-backed digital payment asset. Expanding to 21 institutions broadens distribution and shows banks increasingly view stablecoins as financial infrastructure.
Businesses could benefit through faster cross-border payments and digital asset settlements. Institutional participants could gain a regulated tool for moving value beyond banking hours. Retail use is also planned, although the consumer model remains unclear.
The consortium intends to comply with the
The announcement does not identify the reserve custodian, blockchain network or redemption process. Those details will be crucial to assess counterparty risks.
The group aims to bring its stablecoin solution to market during the first half of 2027. Before then, members must establish the company and complete governance and regulatory requirements.
