$USDC USDC, or USD Coin, is a stablecoin cryptocurrency pegged to the US dollar, issued by Circle. It's designed to maintain a stable value, making it ideal for fast, low-cost transactions and global payments. Here are some key details¹ ²:
- *Current Price*: $1.00, with minimal fluctuations
- *Market Cap*: $61.11 billion, although some sources report $3.394 billion or $26 trillion in all-time volume
- *Backing*: Fully reserved with US dollar-denominated assets, ensuring 1:1 redeemability
- *Availability*: Accessible on major blockchains like Ethereum, Solana, and Polygon, as well as through various exchanges and digital wallets
- *Usage*: Enables instant payments, transfers, and trading, with applications in DeFi, payments, and more
- *Regulation*: Issued by Circle, a regulated financial service business, with transparency through regular attestations
USDC's benefits include³:
- *Security*: Backed by highly liquid assets and regulated financial institutions
- *Transparency*: Regular third-party reporting on reserves
- *Accessibility*: Available in 185 countries, with support for multiple blockchains and platforms
- *Stability*: Maintains a stable value, ideal for transactions and payments
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