USDC, short for "USD Coin", is a type of cryptocurrency pegged to the USD (United States Dollar), with the aim of maintaining price stability. Launched in 2018 by Circle and Coinbase, USDC is a stablecoin, meaning its value is tightly linked to the USD. This makes USDC one of the most widely used cryptocurrencies to avoid the price volatility of the cryptocurrency market. USDC is commonly used in DeFi (Decentralized Finance) applications, electronic payments, and in transactions between exchanges. USDC is highly secure and strictly complies with regulatory and legal requirements, making it a popular choice for investors and users both in the cryptocurrency market and beyond.