Japan's leading banks, such as Mizuho Bank and Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, are intensifying their recruitment of STEM professionals, including math PhDs and AI experts. Mizuho Bank plans to increase the starting salary for PhDs by $520 by 2026, reflecting a strategic focus on advanced technological expertise. Simultaneously, the global cryptocurrency sector is pivoting its hiring strategies towards AI integration and real-world asset tokenization specialists. This shift, noted since late 2025, underscores a growing emphasis on compliance and the development of AI-driven DeFi solutions, highlighting the industry's adaptation to emerging technological trends.