USDC Surpasses USDT in Transactions, Boosting Market Confidence in Stablecoins

Visa's latest data reveals a surge in transaction volume for Circle Internet Financial's stablecoin, USDC, surpassing Tether's USDT, the previous leader in this category. USDC's trading volume exceeded $5 billion within 24 hours, marking a significant milestone for the stablecoin and signaling a growing interest from traders. Visa's collaboration with Allium Labs ensures the accuracy of the data, providing transparent oversight of the stablecoin ecosystem.

Circle's USDC Surpasses Tether's USDT in Transaction Volume, Signaling Growing Market Confidence

Boston, Massachusetts - April 8, 2024

Circle Internet Financial's stablecoin, USDC, has reached a significant milestone, surpassing the transaction volume of Tether's USDT, the largest stablecoin in the market. This surge in activity underscores the growing confidence in USDC among cryptocurrency traders and investors.

According to data released by Visa, a leading digital payments technology company, USDC has experienced a significant increase in transaction volume in recent weeks. This uptick has propelled USDC above USDT, solidifying its position as the preferred stablecoin for many market participants.

To ensure the accuracy of the data, Visa partnered with Allium Labs to develop a stablecoin metric. This comprehensive metric provides a transparent view into the stablecoin ecosystem, enabling investors and regulators to monitor the growth and stability of these digital assets.

"The surpassing of USDT by USDC in transaction volume is a testament to the growing adoption of Circle's stablecoin," said Jeremy Allaire, CEO of Circle. "We are committed to providing a reliable and secure platform for stablecoin transactions, and this milestone is a reflection of that commitment."

This milestone is the first time Circle's USDC has recorded such a significant achievement since its inception in 2018. It signals a shift in the market, as traders and investors increasingly recognize the value and stability of USDC.

As of last week, USDC's transaction volume had reached over $400 billion, compared to USDT's $89 billion. This represents a substantial 50% share of total stablecoin transactions since 2024.

Furthermore, the number of wallet addresses holding USDC has witnessed a steady increase throughout 2024. However, it is notable that the number of "whale" holders, those with large amounts of USDC, has decreased from around 5 billion in 2023 to 4.23 billion at the time of writing.

The market share growth and increased transaction volume of USDC indicate the growing confidence in the stability and liquidity of the digital asset. As a result, USDC is expected to continue to play a vital role in the cryptocurrency ecosystem, providing a reliable bridge between traditional finance and the world of digital assets.