The USDC currency has seen positive movements this month driven by impactful events:
1. Widespread Regulatory Adoption
The U.S. Senate passed the GENIUS Act, leading to a rise in Circle's (the issuer of USDC) stock by over 30%, and providing an official framework for the use of stablecoins within banks, payment institutions, and retailers.
2. Innovations in Payments and Futures Trading
Coinbase launched the Coinbase Payments system to enable USDC payments through e-commerce (such as Shopify), while Coinbase Derivatives announced a partnership with Nodal Clear to accept USDC as collateral for futures starting in 2026.
3. Market Size and Reserve Strength
The value of reserves has increased, and the actual market capitalization of USDC is approximately $61.5 billion, supported by transparent monthly and independent reports.
4. Leveraging the Institutional Market
Circle's stock has risen to new levels of over 380% since the initial public offering (IPO), reflecting the role of USDC as a stablecoin sought after by investors and the institutional sector.
Conclusion
USDC has entered a phase of institutional independence thanks to the clear regulation of the GENIUS Act.
Expansion in daily and commercial usage due to the evolution of payment platforms and service integration.
Its acceptance as collateral in futures enhances its position as a reliable digital asset and liquidity markets.
Trust is increasing thanks to transparency and reserve management, amid expectations of further market growth.
