USDC

Circle continues to position USDC as a compliant settlement layer for incumbents, following deals with Visa and major crypto exchanges.

Intuit taps Circle's USDC to add stablecoin payments across TurboTax and QuickBooks

Solana

Visa just launched stablecoin settlement in the US using Circle's dollar-pegged digital asset USDC. The move allows US issuer and acquirer partners to settle transactions on the blockchain, starting with the Solana network. The move marks a key step in Visa's pilot program to integrate stablecoins into global commerce. Visa's U.S.

Visa Rolls Out Stablecoin Settlements in US, Powered by USDC on Solana

Polkadot

The exchange partnership sparked measured buying as volume rose 17% above monthly averages.

Polkadot advances as Coinbase unlocks integration with USDC stablecoin

Visa is expanding its stablecoin settlements to the U.S. using USDC for settlement on the Solana blockchain with its first two partners.

Visa Begins US Stablecoin Settlement via USDC on Solana

Visa said on Tuesday that it has launched stablecoin settlement capabilities in the United States, allowing select issuer and acquirer partners to settle obligations using Circle's dollar-pegged USDC. Visa Adds Stablecoin Settlement Option for U.S. Banking Partners Visa's latest move marks the first time U.S.

Visa Expands US Settlement Rails With USDC for Institutional Payments

Visa has opened stablecoin settlement to U.S. banks using Circle's USDC on Solana, as institutional interest in crypto rails accelerates.

Visa launches stablecoin settlement in US via Circle's USDC on Solana

Initial participants include Cross River Bank and Lead Bank, which are settling with Visa in USDC over the Solana blockchain.

Visa brings Circle's USDC settlement to U.S. banks following $3.5 billion stablecoin pilot

Not all Coinbase users will be able to earn rewards on USDC holdings, as the exchange moves to make it a feature for Coinbase One members.

Coinbase Ending USDC Rewards for Free Users, Will Only Be for Paid Members

Bitcoin

Ethereum

The CFTC has launched a limited pilot program that allows Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), and USDC (CRYPTO: USDC) to be used as in-kind collateral for derivatives contracts denominated in the same assets. What Happened: Speaking on CNBC's Squawk Box on Wednesday, acting chair Caroline Pham explained that the pilot includes strict safeguards.

CFTC Acting Chair Caroline Pham Clears Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDC For Use As Collateral In Derivatives Pilot

A new CFTC pilot program opens the door for regulated tokenized collateral in U.S. derivatives markets, signaling broader acceptance of bitcoin, ether and stablecoins while removing barriers that once constrained digital asset innovation. CFTC Launches Tokenized Collateral Pilot and Pulls Back Outdated Rules Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham on Dec.

CFTC Launches Crypto Pilot With BTC, ETH, USDC Driving Margin Heat

A new privacy-focused stablecoin powered by Circle's xReserve platform is launching on the testnet of layer-1 blockchain, Aleo.

Privacy-Centric Version of Circle's USDC Stablecoin Rolling Out via Aleo Network

Circle is piloting a version of its flagship USDC asset featuring native privacy protections and “configurable compliance” features.

Circle tests privacy-preserving wrapped version of USDC on Aleo

The license allows Circle to expand USDC payment and settlement tools across the United Arab Emirates.

USDC Issuer Circle Secures Abu Dhabi's ADGM License in Middle East Expansion

The move builds on a CFTC initiative in September expanding the use of tokenized collateral, particularly stablecoins, in derivatives markets.

CFTC clears path for ETH, Bitcoin and USDC to be used as collateral in derivatives markets

The CFTC has introduced a pilot allowing Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDC to be used as margin, while updating rules to support tokenized assets.

CFTC to Pilot Tokenized Collateral in Derivatives Markets Starting With Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDC

Bitcoin Magazine CFTC Launches Pilot Program Allowing Bitcoin To Be Used as Collateral In Derivatives Markets The CFTC launched a U.S. pilot program allowing Bitcoin to be used as collateral in regulated derivatives markets. CFTC Launches Pilot Program Allowing Bitcoin To Be Used as Collateral In Derivatives Markets Micah Zimmerman.

CFTC Launches Pilot Program Allowing Bitcoin To Be Used as Collateral In Derivatives Markets

Acting Chair Caroline Pham has unveiled a first-of-its-kind U.S. program to permit tokenized collateral in derivatives markets, citing "clear guardrails" for firms.

CFTC Launches Digital Assets Pilot Allowing Bitcoin, Ether and USDC as Collateral

Bybit will increase USDC's presence across its ecosystem by boosting liquidity in spot and derivatives markets.

Circle partners with Bybit in push to drive USDC adoption outside Coinbase ecosystem

Cryptocurrency exchange and stablecoin issuer collaborate to enhance USDC liquidity and regulatory-compliant digital asset services. UAE-licensed platform Bybit announced a strategic partnership with Circle on December 8, 2025, aimed at expanding USDC accessibility across global markets.

Bybit and Circle Partner to Expand Global USDC Adoption

The service will allow customers to buy and sell BTC, ETH, SOL, and USDC through a separate digital asset account managed by Hexarq.

French Banking Giant BPCE to Roll Out Crypto Trading for 2M Retail Clients

The stablecoin economy is puffing itself back up after slipping from its $309 billion peak at the end of October, gliding down to a low of $302 billion by Nov. 22. Over the past seven days, the sector has added $3.087 billion back to its total, giving the market a fresher shine.

Liquidity Returns as USDC Drives a Fresh Upswing in the $306B Stablecoin Market

World App, the gateway to the Sam Altman-founded blockchain network World, has begun piloting virtual bank accounts in the U.S., giving its users a new way to plug their everyday finances directly into the crypto economy.

World App Starts Virtual Bank Accounts Pilot for USDC Payroll Deposits

Polygon

Revolut integrates with Polygon Labs to enable near‑instant USDC, USDT and POL remittances for UK and EEA customers.

Revolut Integrates Polygon for USDC, USDT Payments and Remittances

African crypto exchange VALR has partnered with financial services platform Mukuru to launch a USDC wallet integrated into Whatsapp. Bridging Finance to the Masses via Whatsapp The leading African crypto exchange, VALR, has forged a significant partnership with Mukuru, a leading financial services platform, to launch a USDC wallet.

VALR Partners With Mukuru to Launch USDC Wallet on Whatsapp

Circle delivered a strong third quarter with USDC circulation soaring past $73 billion and net income up over 200% year-over-year. The company also launched its Arc testnet and hinted at a potential native token as it expands its onchain and institutional ecosystem.

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