$USDC USDC is a "stablecoin", which means that its value will be maintained at $1 as much as possible, unlike Bitcoin, which has huge price fluctuations. It is like electronic US dollars on the blockchain, which can be transferred quickly, with low fees, and is transparent and secure. For students who want to learn about virtual currency but don’t want to take too much risk, USDC is a good choice for beginners.