USD Coin

USDC

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USDC is like a digital dollar. For every USDC that exists, there's a real US dollar held in reserve. This means 1 USDC is always worth about $1, making it perfect for savings because you don't have to worry about price going up or down.

Yield Potential

3% - 12% APY

Average: 8% APY

* Rates vary by protocol and market conditions. Always check current rates before depositing.

What is USD Coin?

USD Coin (USDC) is a fully collateralized US dollar stablecoin. It's issued by Centre, a consortium founded by Circle and Coinbase.

What can you do with USDC?

  • Earning yield on savings
  • Stable value storage
  • DeFi lending and borrowing
  • Cross-border payments

Is USDC good for savings?

Yes! USDC is excellent for savings because it's a stablecoin designed to maintain a value of $1. This means you don't have to worry about price volatility eating into your savings.

You can earn yield on USDC through various DeFi protocols like Aave, Compound, and others. This is like earning interest on a savings account, but typically with higher rates.

Where to get USDC

CoinbaseCircleUniswapAaveCompound

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