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Circle Mints $1 Billion USDC on Solana, Bringing Total USDC Minted to $12.25 Billion

Circle Mints $1 Billion USDC on Solana, Bringing Total USDC Minted to $12.25 Billion

Circle’s latest 500 million USDC mint adds to a total of 10 billion USDC issued in the past month, highlighting sustained liquidity demand in the stablecoin market.

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Summary

Circle minted 500 million USDC on Dec. 5, bringing its total issuance over the past month to 10 billion USDC, according to blockchain data. The latest mint occurred about an hour before reporting, underscoring the pace of large-scale stablecoin deployment. This activity reflects strong demand for USDC in decentralized finance, trading, and settlement markets.

Terms & Concepts
  • USDC: A U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin issued by Circle, designed to maintain a 1:1 value with the dollar.
  • Stablecoin: A cryptocurrency pegged to a stable asset, such as a fiat currency, to reduce price volatility.
  • Solana: A high-performance blockchain known for its speed and low transaction costs, often used for decentralized applications and stablecoin issuance.