$USDC

USDC (USD Coin) is a popular stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the US dollar, meaning each USDC is backed by a dollar or equivalent reserve. It was launched by Circle and Coinbase under the Centre Consortium. Unlike volatile cryptocurrencies, USDC offers price stability, making it ideal for payments, trading, and savings in crypto. It runs on multiple blockchains, including Ethereum, Solana, and Polygon. USDC is fully regulated and regularly audited, aiming to ensure transparency and trust. Its fast, low-cost transactions and compatibility with decentralized apps (dApps) make it a key player in decentralized finance (DeFi) and cross-border digital payments.