Circle's USDC stablecoin, the second-largest by market capitalization, is expanding its reach by launching on the Sui network. The integration will occur through the Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP), allowing seamless transfers of USDC across blockchain networks. This move strengthens the stablecoin's role in the growing Web3 ecosystem.
Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire recently announced that USDC would become natively supported on the Sui network. This marks another significant step for USDC, which already operates on over 15 blockchain networks. Allaire’s announcement was reposted by a Sui network ambassador, further affirming the collaboration between Circle and Sui.
The integration with Sui will allow USDC to benefit from the platform’s enhanced capabilities, providing developers and users with improved access to the stablecoin for various blockchain applications.
The Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP) enables permissionless and secure on-chain transfers of USDC between networks through a process of burning and minting, making transactions efficient and transparent.
Launched in 2023, Sui is a layer-1 blockchain designed to simplify decentralized applications and smart contract creation in the Web3 space.
Its unique parallel transaction execution model, built on the Move programming language, allows for fast, scalable transactions. By
integrating USDC natively, Sui strengthens its position as an innovative blockchain network, enhancing its security, usability, and interoperability.
According to Adeniyi Abiodun, co-founder and chief product officer of Mysten Labs (the developer of the Sui network), the addition of USDC as a native asset on Sui is a milestone that solidifies Sui’s place in the blockchain industry.
The collaboration opens the door for the Sui community to access one of the world’s most trusted stablecoins.
The native support of USDC on the Sui network will help both Circle and Sui expand their ecosystems. USDC continues to grow as a key stablecoin across multiple blockchain platforms, and Sui positions itself as a leader in decentralized technologies. This collaboration benefits developers and users, providing a smoother, more secure experience for cross-chain transactions.
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