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Mizuho Boosts Circle Outlook as Polymarket Adopts USDC Settlement

Investment bank Mizuho raises its forecast for Circle following Polymarket’s adoption of USDC (U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin) for trade settlement.

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Terms & Concepts
  • USDC: A U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin issued by Circle, used for digital payments and settlements.
  • Stablecoin: A cryptocurrency pegged to a stable asset like fiat currency to minimize price volatility.
  • Settlement: The process of completing a financial transaction, ensuring transfer of funds or assets between parties.