$USDC USDC as Collateral in Regulated Futures Markets in the U.S.: Perhaps the most notable news in recent days (June 18, 2025) is the announcement that Coinbase Derivatives and Nodal Clear (a clearinghouse regulated by the CFTC) plan to make USDC an eligible collateral for margin trading in futures in the United States. This is a significant milestone, as it represents one of the first regulated uses of USDC as collateral in traditional financial markets. This integration is expected to be implemented sometime in 2026. This move underscores the growing confidence in USDC as a reliable cash equivalent, offering efficiencies such as nearly instant money transfers and secure custody.

* Circle's IPO: The issuer of USDC, Circle, debuted on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on June 5, 2025, with its shares CRCL opening trading at $69. This event is an important step for the legitimacy and visibility of stablecoins in the global financial market, attracting Wall Street's attention to digital assets.