USDC Issuer Circle Denies Informal Acquisition Talks with Ripple or Coinbase

Circle, the issuer of the stablecoin USDC, has reportedly denied recent rumors suggesting informal acquisition talks with either Ripple or Coinbase.

According to multiple reports, stablecoin issuer Circle has denied recent rumors suggesting informal acquisition talks with either Ripple or Coinbase.

Crypto media and social platforms have buzzed with speculation regarding a potential takeover of Circle.

In response, the company stated unequivocally, “Circle is not for sale. Our long-term goals remain unchanged.” This clarification was shared on X by Whale Insider.

This follows reports and social media commentary alleging that Ripple, in particular, may be exploring the acquisition of Circle.

JUST IN: 🇺🇸 USDC issuer Circle denies it had informal talks with Coinbase or Ripple regarding a potential sale, stating, “Circle is not for sale. Our long-term goals remain unchanged.”pic.twitter.com/qNnlRI9T6E

— Whale Insider (@WhaleInsider) May 26, 2025

Rumors: A Mix of Claims and Unconfirmed Reports

The source of the rumors appears to originate from anonymous claims and unconfirmed reports cited by Del Crxpto and later mentioned in an article by Times Tabloid.

In his post, Del Crxpto stated that “Ripple may be structuring a potential acquisition deal with Circle using a dual-payment format consisting of cash and XRP. These details are based on rumors circulating within industry circles.” He claimed that portions of the deal had already been outlined in prior media coverage. However, no official documentation or corroboration has been provided to support those claims.

Circle Reaffirms Strategic Direction

Circle’s statement is a direct response to these reports. The company remains focused on its existing roadmap, which includes expanding the utility and adoption of USDC across various platforms and regulatory jurisdictions.

Its rejection of any informal or otherwise discussion comes without conditional language, indicating a firm stance on its current operational and strategic independence.

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Industry Commentary and Speculative Reactions

The speculation surrounding Circle’s acquisition was further highlighted by user commentary on X.

One such comment came from an X user named Alessandro, who remarked, “While Circle reiterates it’s not for sale, this level of speculation is often a signal that something larger is at play—especially as stablecoins increasingly sit at the intersection of DeFi, payments, and monetary policy.”

Lack of Response from Involved Parties

At the time of this report, neither Ripple nor Coinbase had issued a public response to the claims or Circle’s denial.

It remains unclear whether any discussions, even speculative or informal, had occurred before Circle’s statement. However, Circle’s explicit rejection of the acquisition narrative provides a strong counter to unverified commentary that had gained traction in some parts of the crypto community.

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