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Circle Arc blockchain launch and institutional adoption

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Circle Internet Group is preparing for the September 16 16, 2026, launch of its Arc blockchain mainnet, a network Layer 1 blockchain designed for stablecoin-based transactions, cross-border settlements, real-time fund transfers, and tokenized real-world assets. To ensure maintain price stability for institutional users, the network will utilize USDC for transaction fees rather than a volatile native token. fees. A diverse cohort of major financial institutions has been named serves as founding validators, including BlackRock, Visa, Mastercard, Standard Chartered, MoneyGram, Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), DTCC, Galaxy Digital, Global Payments, SBI Group, and Sumitomo Corporation. BlackRock is expected intends to deploy its $2.87 billion BUIDL fund on the network, using USDC while DTCC plans to facilitate asset deployment within an on-chain environment. Circle reported a financial turnaround begin tokenizing assets on Arc in its second-quarter results, posting a net profit 2027. In anticipation of $48 million compared to a $482 million loss the previous year. During this period, USDC circulation reached $73.3 billion and on-chain transaction volume hit $14.8 trillion. launch, Circle’s stock price rose by 9.65%. Additionally, the company received final approval from Circle has deepened cooperation with edgeX, which is set to serve as the U.S. Office of primary platform for perpetual trading on the Comptroller of network following the Currency launch. This partnership aims to operate develop on-chain foreign exchange and global asset trading markets, including USD/JPY perpetual contracts. The announcement triggered a national trust bank. As the launch approaches, Circle’s stock 28.2% price rose by 9.65% amid anticipation increase for the mainnet. EDGE token, though market data noted significant profit-taking. The broader stablecoin market has reached a total market capitalization of approximately $304 billion. While the Arc network aims to provide Tether (USDT) holds a faster, more cost-effective alternative to traditional systems like SWIFT, regulatory 60.31% market share, USDC yields vary across lending platforms, such as Aave v3 and Morpho. Regulatory scrutiny continues persists, specifically regarding potential U.S. prohibitions on interest or profit payments directly linked to holding stablecoins for payment purposes.

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  1. 2026-09-04 09:27 UTC Circle Arc blockchain launch and institutional adoption
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