USDC
A USD-pegged digital asset issued by Circle, known for transparency and regulatory compliance.
What is USDC?
USDC, or USD Coin, is the second-largest stablecoin by market cap, issued by Circle and backed 1:1 by USD reserves, including cash and short-term U.S. Treasuries. Operating on blockchains like Ethereum, USDC is widely used in DeFi, payments, and cross-border transactions due to its stability and transparency, with weekly reserve attestations published by Circle. Its regulatory alignment, particularly in the U.S., makes it a preferred choice for institutional and retail users seeking a reliable digital asset for trading, remittances, and liquidity management.
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