$USDC

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

While neither company has confirmed the speculation, the potential deal has sparked intense debate. Early reports pointed to a $5 billion offer from Ripple, but other sources suggest that the offer has been increased even up to $20 billion. Discussions are reportedly still active, with serious back and forth happening between the two sides

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

Some analysts view the rumored acquisition as a response to increasing competition from USDT and regulatory scrutiny. However, others caution that merging Ripple’s ecoystem with USDC could present complex legal and operational challenges. Investors await official statements.