$USDC

USDC (USD Coin) is a regulated stablecoin fully backed 1:1 by U.S. dollars and cash-equivalent assets, designed to maintain a stable value relative to the dollar. Issued by Circle, USDC enables near-instant, low-cost global payments with 24/7 liquidity, making it widely used for cross-border transactions, merchant payments, and programmable financial applications. As of 2025, USDC has over $61 billion in circulation and is supported on 16 different blockchains, facilitating seamless interoperability and accessibility worldwide. Circle maintains transparency through monthly third-party reserve attestations and complies with global regulations, including the EU’s MiCA framework. USDC’s adoption is rapidly growing, with a 78% year-over-year increase in circulation and a monthly transaction volume reaching $1 trillion, positioning it as a key bridge between traditional finance and the digital economy