What is USD Coin?
USDC (USD Coin) is a stablecoin cryptocurrency that was created to address the need for a digital asset that maintains a stable value equivalent to the US dollar. It was launched in September 2018 by Circle and Coinbase, two prominent cryptocurrency companies.
The main goal behind USDC was to provide a stable and reliable digital currency that could be used for various purposes, such as online transactions, remittances, and decentralized finance (DeFi) applications. Unlike other cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Ethereum, USDC is pegged to the US dollar on a 1:1 basis. This means that for every USDC in circulation, there is an equivalent amount of US dollars held in reserve.
One of the key features of USDC is its transparency. The reserves backing the stablecoin are regularly audited by top accounting firms to ensure that the amount of US dollars held in reserve matches the number of USDC tokens in circulation. This provides users with confidence in the stability and reliability of the cryptocurrency.
USDC offers several benefits to its users. Firstly, it provides a stable store of value, allowing individuals and businesses to avoid the volatility often associated with other cryptocurrencies. Additionally, it offers fast and low-cost transactions, making it an ideal choice for cross-border payments and remittances.
How to Buy USD Coin (KuCoin)?
Users can buy USDC on ChangeNOW for one of 900+ cryptocurrencies or for 60+ fiat currencies:
Pick USDC as the “You get” currency above.
Choose crypto or fiat to buy USDC with.
Enter your recipient wallet address.
Send your deposit to a one-time address.
Receive your exchanged coins in ~5 mins!
How to Sell USD Coin (KuCoin)?
Swap USD Coin (KuCoin) coins for an asset from our rich crypto selection by following the steps below:
Pick USDC as “You Send” currency above.
Choose the asset you’d like to get for your USDC.
Enter the wallet address of the coin you’d like to get.
Send your deposit to a one-time address.
Receive your exchanged coins in ~5 mins!
