$USDC (USD Coin) is a stablecoin backed by the US dollar, created to offer stability and trust in the world of cryptocurrencies. Each $USDC is backed by real reserves in dollars, ensuring that its value remains close to 1 dollar, unlike the typical volatility of traditional cryptocurrencies. This makes the $USDC ideal for transactions, payments, and value storage within the crypto ecosystem, in addition to facilitating integration with decentralized finance (DeFi). Its transparency, with regular audits of the reserves, and the rapid liquidity make it one of the most popular and reliable stablecoins in the market.