$USDC **USDC Hits \$60B Market Cap Amid Global Adoption Surge**

Circle's USDC stablecoin has reached a record \$60 billion market capitalization, solidifying its position as the second-largest stablecoin after Tether (USDT) . This growth is driven by increased adoption across major blockchains and institutional interest .([The Coinomist][1], [CryptoNews][2])

Recent integrations, such as Stripe's launch of stablecoin-funded accounts in over 100 countries, have expanded USDC's global reach . Additionally, Visa and Baanx have introduced USDC payment cards, enabling users to spend USDC directly from their crypto wallets .([CoinDesk][3])

USDC's compliance with regulatory frameworks, including the EU's MiCA and Canada's listing rules, further enhances its credibility and adoption potential .([CoinMarketCap][4])

As the stablecoin market continues to evolve, USDC's transparent reserves and regulatory compliance position it as a leading digital dollar in the global financial ecosystem.

[1]: https://coinomist.com/news/usdc-reaches-60-billion-market-cap/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "USDC Reaches $60 Billion Market Cap, Setting New Record"

[2]: https://cryptonews.com/news/usdc-hits-60b-market-cap-amid-stablecoin-adoption-surge/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "USDC Hits $60B Market Cap Amid Stablecoin Adoption Surge"

[3]: https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/04/30/visa-and-baanx-launch-usdc-stablecoin-payment-cards?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Visa and Baanx Launch USDC Stablecoin Payment Cards"

[4]: https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/271b0265-1bc5-402b-8b62-82e2aafaa6d7?utm_source=chatgpt.com "USDC Enters 2025: $20 Trillion Volume, 78% Growth"