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Delve into 'Project Pax' and the broader strategic intent of Japan’s megabanks to launch their own stablecoins for cross-border corporate payments. This session examines the motivations, technical implementation, and regulatory implications of a private-sector yen stablecoin. We will discuss its potential to disrupt traditional correspondent banking, offer instant settlement, and solidify Japan’s position at the forefront of the digital currency landscape for global commerce.

Revolutionize your B2B payment lifecycle with end-to-end AI automation. This expert dialogue examines how agentic AI is eliminating manual effort from the moment an invoice is generated to final settlement. We will cover automated invoice processing, dynamic discounting, smart contract execution, and seamless reconciliation. Discover how Japanese enterprises are leveraging these tools to slash transaction costs, improve cash conversion cycles, and enhance supply chain liquidity, driving efficiency and accelerating the movement of corporate capital.

The dynamics of the Yen Carry Trade have profound global financial consequences. This session brings together macro strategists to dissect its current structure, the impact of Bank of Japan policy shifts, and the ensuing opportunities and risks for global capital markets. Discussion will cover how investors can navigate volatility, the effect on emerging markets, and the potential for a large-scale unwind, analyzing both the historical context and the forward-looking scenarios for the ¥-denominated flow.

This expert dialogue focuses on JPYC and the strategic importance of yen-backed stablecoins in facilitating efficient cross-border settlement and corporate payments. We will analyze the technical infrastructure, regulatory compliance under Japan's stablecoin laws, and the potential for JPYC to reduce friction and cost in international trade. Learn how this localized digital currency could become a crucial liquidity tool for global businesses dealing with Japanese counterparts.

The path to becoming an AI-Native Bank requires a fundamental overhaul of enterprise architecture. This session focuses on designing a compliant, autonomous operating model where AI agents handle risk monitoring, regulatory reporting, and compliance checks with minimal human intervention. We will discuss the structural changes, data governance standards, and system integrations required to build a resilient, scalable, and fully automated core banking platform that adheres rigorously to Japanese regulatory frameworks and ensures ethical AI deployment.

Explore the role of financial institutions (FIs) as essential institutional gatekeepers in the booming tokenization market. This session delves into the custody, compliance, and technological standards FIs must uphold to safely fractionalize and distribute real-world assets. We will analyze how FIs can leverage their existing trust and infrastructure to ensure market integrity, investor protection, and robust KYC/AML compliance for tokenized assets.

The next phase of agentic AI involves coordinating specialized AI teams to tackle complex business workflows. This session explores the architecture and strategy behind 'multi-agent orchestration'—where distinct AI agents for fraud detection, risk underwriting, and customer service work seamlessly together. Learn how to design a central control layer to manage the interactions, resolve conflicts, and ensure unified outcomes across critical functions, driving exponential operational improvements for Japanese financial institutions.

The vision of a truly global digital economy requires seamless cross-chain interoperability, especially for the settlement of tokenized securities. This expert dialogue analyzes the technological solutions—such as bridging protocols and standardized APIs—that enable assets to move securely between different regulated blockchains. Learn about the efforts to create a unified framework for global securities settlement, enhancing liquidity and reducing counterparty risk across international borders.

Dive into the future of Japanese retail finance where AI agents autonomously manage and execute customer transactions. This session explores the paradigm shift from traditional payment methods to fully autonomous systems, focusing on the technological advancements, security protocols, and regulatory hurdles necessary for mass adoption. Discover how agentic AI will enhance convenience, reduce friction, and revolutionize the consumer experience, ensuring both efficiency and robust consumer protection. Join experts to chart the roadmap for integrating intelligent agents into Japan's instant payment infrastructure.

Japan is rapidly legitimizing its digital securities market, now valued at ¥140 billion. This expert dialogue focuses on the successful intersection of tokenization with traditional finance (TradFi) structures. We will analyze the regulatory framework, the types of assets being tokenized (e.g., real estate, corporate bonds), and the platforms facilitating this growth. Discover the infrastructure and standards required to scale Japan’s digital securities ecosystem and integrate these assets into legacy settlement systems.