China’s Tech Giants Push for Yuan Stablecoin to Challenge USDT

China’s Tech Giants Push for Yuan Stablecoin to Challenge USDT

By Miles

03 Jul 2025 (8 days ago)

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JD.com and Ant Group are urging China's central bank to approve a yuan-pegged stablecoin in Hong Kong to counter USDT's dominance in global trade.

JD.com and Ant Group are lobbying the People's Bank of China to authorize a yuan-based stablecoin in Hong Kong, aiming to reduce reliance on US dollar-backed digital currencies. Both companies plan to issue Hong Kong dollar-backed stablecoins when new regulations take effect on August 1, but argue that a yuan-pegged version is essential for promoting the yuan's international use.

Currently, over 99% of stablecoins are tied to the US dollar, with Tether's USDT holding a 68.2% market share. Chinese exporters increasingly use USDT for international payments, bypassing currency risks and capital controls.

Despite China's 2021 ban on cryptocurrencies, policymakers are showing interest in stablecoins for cross-border payments. Hong Kong's upcoming Stablecoin Ordinance provides a regulatory framework, allowing companies like JD.com and Ant Group to apply for licenses.

If approved, a yuan-pegged stablecoin could mark a significant shift in China's approach to digital assets and enhance the yuan's role in global finance.

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