What is USD Coin and how does it work?

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• Jan 27, 2022 · 3 years ago
  USD Coin (USDC) is a type of digital currency that is pegged to the US dollar. It is an example of a stablecoin, which means its value is designed to remain relatively stable compared to other cryptocurrencies. USDC is backed by a reserve of US dollars held in bank accounts, with each USDC token representing one US dollar. This ensures that the value of USDC remains close to the value of the US dollar. It is built on the Ethereum blockchain, which provides transparency and security for transactions. USDC can be used for various purposes, such as online payments, remittances, and trading on cryptocurrency exchanges.
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• Jan 27, 2022 · 3 years ago
  USD Coin (USDC) is a digital currency that operates on the Ethereum blockchain. It is backed by a reserve of US dollars, which means that for every USDC token in circulation, there is an equivalent amount of US dollars held in reserve. This ensures that the value of USDC remains stable and is always redeemable for one US dollar. USDC can be used for a wide range of applications, including cross-border payments, remittances, and decentralized finance (DeFi) transactions. It provides a stable and secure means of transferring value digitally, without the volatility often associated with other cryptocurrencies.
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• Jan 27, 2022 · 3 years ago
  USD Coin (USDC) is a digital currency that was created by the Centre consortium, a collaboration between Circle and Coinbase. It is an ERC-20 token, which means it operates on the Ethereum blockchain. USDC is designed to provide stability and transparency in the world of digital currencies. It is backed by a reserve of US dollars held in bank accounts, and each USDC token is redeemable for one US dollar. This makes USDC a reliable and trustworthy form of digital currency that can be used for various purposes, such as online transactions and trading on cryptocurrency exchanges. BYDFi, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, also supports USDC for trading and other activities.
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