$USDC

As a stablecoin pegged 1:1 to USD, it has become one of my favorite crypto assets when strategizing my digital finances. In the past few weeks, I have been using $USDC as a protective asset while the crypto market has been very volatile. The stability has also greatly helped me execute my DCA (Dollar-Cost Averaging) strategy against several altcoins like ETH and BNB. Additionally, many DeFi platforms offer competitive passive interest for users who engage in staking or lending $USDC. Compared to other stablecoins, I feel that Circle's audit transparency and regulatory support provide a greater sense of security in holding $USDC in my portfolio.