$USDC

Rumors are circulating in the crypto community that Ripple may be planning to acquire the stablecoin USDC, currently issued by Circle.

Although neither company has confirmed the speculation, the potential deal has generated intense debate. Initial reports pointed to a $5 billion offer from Ripple, but other sources suggest that the offer has increased to as much as $20 billion. Discussions are reportedly still active, with a serious exchange of opinions between the two parties.

Such a move could significantly strengthen Ripple's presence in the stablecoin market, aligning with its broader strategy to expand real-world use cases for XRP and improve cross-border payments.