$USDC

Circle’s stablecoin USDC is in the spotlight after U.S. lawmakers fast-tracked the GENIUS Act, which mandates full-dollar reserves and comprehensive audits—offering long-sought clarity and trust. Circle’s standalone IPO drew significant attention, with shares surging over 160% on debut and valuing the company close to \$19 billion, highlighting strong institutional confidence. At the same time, USDC continues its global expansion: it recently launched on the XRP Ledger and Circle has funded a range of African developer initiatives aimed at expanding on‑chain adoption. Corporate partnerships are also ramping up, as more businesses opt to hold USDC for payments and treasury liquidity. Together, these developments are pushing USDC beyond its origins as a crypto fixture, solidifying its position as a regulated, transparent, and globally usable financial asset.