$USDC

USDC is a fully reserved, dollar-pegged stablecoin issued by Circle and backed 1:1 by cash and short-term U.S. Treasuries. Launched in 2018, it operates on Ethereum, Solana, and other major blockchains, enabling fast, low-cost transactions. As a regulated stablecoin, USDC undergoes monthly attestations for transparency. It’s widely used in DeFi, trading, remittances, and as a hedge against crypto volatility. Circle’s compliance with U