Netstars Signs Basic Agreement with AllScale to Promote Stablecoin Payments in Japan

Netstars Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director, President & CEO: Li Gang; hereinafter 'Netstars') announces that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with AllScale (Headquarters: Canada), a provider of self-custody infrastructure enabling low-cost, real-time payments primarily for businesses, to collaborate on the widespread adoption of stablecoin payments.

AllScale Co-Founder Alisha Li (left) and Netstars Representative Director, President & CEO Li Gang (right)

Under its gateway concept 'StarPay-X,' which connects the Web2 and Web3 financial worlds, Netstars aims to create an environment where Web3 can be flexibly selected according to users and use cases without depending on specific technologies or services, embedding it as a form of finance used in actual stores and services. The company has already conducted Japan's first in-store payment service demonstration using the dollar-pegged stablecoin 'USDC' at Haneda Airport, and is currently conducting a second demonstration at a trading card shop near Himeji Castle.

AllScale leverages stablecoins to build and provide a wallet platform primarily for businesses that enables sending and receiving funds in seconds without the need for traditional bank accounts or complex crypto asset management. In April 2026, the company also signed a strategic partnership with 'Bravo Rewards,' a payment and rewards app for restaurants based in Vancouver, Canada, enabling stablecoin payments at over 450 restaurants, demonstrating a track record of implementing stablecoin payments in physical stores.

This MOU aims to realize a 'multi-wallet' system within the 'StarPay-X' initiative. By expanding the available wallet options, the companies will promote the introduction of stablecoin payments in physical stores and also consider future expansion into business-to-business payments.

Please note that this MOU does not promise any specific service provision or introduction at this time, and discussions will proceed through future consultations.

Company Overview

AllScale Inc.

AllScale is a fintech platform that enables businesses worldwide to invoice and pay using stablecoins. Based on a self-custody architecture, it enables direct, sub-second fund transfers between wallets while providing invoicing, payment, and compliance functions. It eliminates the costs and delays associated with traditional international remittances, offering faster and lower-cost payment methods for merchants, freelancers, and small and medium-sized enterprises.

AllScale currently does not provide services to customers residing in Japan. If it provides services in Japan in the future, it will be conditional on obtaining the necessary licenses and permits based on Japanese regulations.

Netstars Co., Ltd.

A payment service company that integrally provides QR code payments, various electronic payments, and accompanying DX services, centered on its multi-cashless payment solution 'StarPay.' It offers a mechanism for the unified introduction and operation of diverse domestic and international payment methods, contributing to improved convenience for merchants and the development of a cashless society.