# PayPay

Type: Company

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## Timeline

- **2026-03-14T03:44:42Z**:  — Aggressive marketing triggers mass adoption of QR payments in Japan.
- **2026-03-14T03:44:42Z**:  — PayPay reaches 50 million registered users, dominating the domestic market.
- **2026-03-14T03:44:42Z**:  — Debuts on Nasdaq (PAYP) with a $12.7B valuation and 19% share jump.
- **2018-10-01**: PayPay Launch — Launched as a joint venture between SoftBank and Yahoo Japan.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### PayPay Hits $12.7B Valuation in Landmark Nasdaq Debut
2026-03-14 03:44:42 · Sentiment: Positive · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2

Japanese fintech leader PayPay successfully listed on the Nasdaq, achieving a $12.7 billion valuation after shares surged up to 19% in early trading. The SoftBank-backed company's debut represents a major strategic victory for Masayoshi Son's portfolio and a significant milestone for Japanese tech firms seeking global capital.
Full story: https://getsaasbrief.com/story/paypay-nasdaq-ipo-softbank-valuation

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