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MUFG trials blockchain settlement for Japanese Government Bond repo trades

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is running a proof-of-concept for bringing Japanese Government Bond repo transactions on-chain using the Canton Network blockchain.

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is running a proof-of-concept for bringing Japanese Government Bond repo transactions on-chain using the Canton Network blockchain.

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Why it matters

MUFG's trial of blockchain settlement for Japanese Government Bond repo trades represents a notable innovation in settlement technology with potential implications for market efficiency and transparency in a significant fixed-income segment, though it remains a proof-of-concept without immediate systemic impact.

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