Sony Singapore Unlocks USDC Payments for Online Shoppers
Shoppers in Singapore can now purchase gadgets on the Sony Store Online using cryptocurrency.
On Tuesday, Sony Electronics Singapore announced that it has enabled USDC payments through Crypto.com’s payment service, marking its first local foray into direct crypto transactions.
This feature allows customers to check out using USDC, a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar, and is currently exclusive to the Sony Store Online via Crypto.com’s platform.
With $60.08 billion in circulation, USDC is the second-largest stablecoin after Tether’s USDT, which stands at $144.02 billion, according to CoinMarketCap.
Chin Tah Ang, General Manager of Crypto.com Singapore, emphasized that Sony’s adoption of crypto payments would enhance mainstream visibility for digital currencies:
“We’re pushing to make paying in crypto more mainstream.”
While the service currently supports only USDC, Sony has signaled plans to expand its crypto payment options in the future.
Sony Aligns Global Strategy with Blockchain and Web3
Sony’s global operations are increasingly aligning with blockchain and Web3 technologies.
Earlier this year, the company introduced Soneium, a custom Ethereum layer-2 network developed by its Singapore-based subsidiary, Sony Block Solutions Labs.
While operating behind the scenes, Soneium is designed to power a wide range of blockchain applications, including digital collectibles, creator tools, and potentially in-game economies linked to Sony’s vast entertainment ecosystem.
During its testing phase in September, Soneium integrated support for bridged USDC, positioning the stablecoin as a key transaction medium within its ecosystem.
Since then, developers have leveraged the network to launch NFT collections—such as a soulbound drop celebrating Sony’s iconic Aibo robot—as well as early-stage games and an expanding suite of consumer-facing tools.
Crypto.com Pushes Forward with International Expansion
Crypto.com continues to expand its global presence.
Last month, the company signed a non-binding agreement with Trump Media and Technology Group to introduce crypto-focused ETFs, including funds linked to Bitcoin (BTC) and its native Cronos (CRO) token.
These offerings are set to launch on the Crypto.com platform pending regulatory approval.
Following the announcement, CRO surged 8.62% in the past 24 hours, reaching $0.1073, according to CoinMarketCap.