USD Coin (CRYPTO: USDC)
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USD Coin Company Info
USD Coin (USDC) is a stablecoin maintaining a 1:1 peg with the U.S. dollar, backed by dollar-denominated assets. Accessible on multiple blockchains, it is integral to the DeFi space. Users can buy or redeem USDC for fiat currency, with corresponding tokens minted or burned to maintain its value. USDC’s uses include hedging, stable price-pegging, remittances, crowdfunding, payments, and various financial services. It competes with other stablecoins and offers borderless access. Managed by the Centre consortium, co-founded by Circle and Coinbase, its reserves are overseen by Grant Thornton.
News & Analysis
The $100 Billion Crypto Investment Opportunity You've Probably Never Heard Of
Companies are finding new uses for stablecoins, and that is opening new growth opportunities for crypto investors.
Unstable Stablecoins: The Cryptocurrency Paradox
Leading stablecoins didn't live up to the name this weekend, as a banking crisis rattled the cryptocurrency sector. Can you trust them in the future?
USDC Is Trending for These 2 Reasons. Is It a Buy?
Several companies have added USDC to their platforms.
This Is the Only Stablecoin Investors Should Use
The implosion of Terra's stablecoin in May renewed a debate in crypto that continues to resurface.
How to Make Money With Stablecoins
In turbulent market conditions, investors should opt for a safe, low-risk strategy.
Why USDC Is Becoming the Stablecoin of Choice
Stablecoins should be more than just stable.
2 Cryptocurrencies That Barely Budged in the Recent Crypto Crash
Unsurprisingly, both are stablecoins.
Can You Earn More Than 0.15% on Your USDC?
You don't have to settle for low interest rates on USD Coin, but know the risks before you start climbing the yield ladder.
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