SBI VC Trade Adds Lending Options for XRP, SHIB, BTC and More
On Jan. 29, 2026, SBI VC Trade — the cryptocurrency exchange unit of Japan’s SBI Group — expanded its lending product to cover XRP, SHIB, BTC and other coins, enabling users to lend assets in exchange for interest payments. The announcement follows a trend among exchanges to offer yield-generating services that attract custody inflows and give holders passive-income choices beyond spot trading.
The addition matters because it widens options for retail and institutional participants in a jurisdiction known for strict but clear crypto rules, potentially boosting on-platform liquidity for the listed tokens. Terms, rates and availability will vary by asset and user status, so customers should review product details on SBI VC Trade before participating. The move underscores growing demand for regulated, exchange-hosted earning products in major crypto markets.