$USDC

USDC, a widely used stablecoin issued by Circle and pegged to the U.S. dollar, has gained significant traction in the cryptocurrency market due to its regulatory compliance, transparency, and strong backing by cash reserves and short-term U.S. Treasury bonds, making it a preferred choice for investors, businesses, and decentralized finance applications seeking stability, liquidity, and seamless cross-border transactions, with growing adoption across major blockchain networks, including Ethereum, Solana, and Avalanche, while facing competition from other stablecoins like USDT and BUSD, as well as regulatory scrutiny that could shape its future role in the evolving digital asset and payment landscape.