Circle

Verified
Regenerative

Circle issues USDC, a widely used stablecoin that enables fast and secure digital payments.

Organization
Stable Protocol
Homebase
New York
USA
Established
2013
Team size
200+
Last updated
Mar 12, 2025
Description

Founded in 2013, Circle is a financial technology company behind USDC, a stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the U.S. dollar. USDC operates across multiple blockchains and is used for payments, trading, and DeFi applications.

Value Proposition

USDC provides a stable, transparent, and widely accepted digital currency, making cross-border payments and blockchain transactions faster and more efficient without the volatility of traditional cryptocurrencies.

Milestones
  • Circle partnered with Visa to enable businesses to settle transactions in USDC, bridging crypto with traditional payments.

  • Circle expanded USDC to the Celo blockchain, enhancing financial inclusion by enabling fast, low-cost payments, especially in developing regions.

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