USDC on Monad unlocks fast DeFi, crosschain payments and wallets

USDC Launch on Monad

USDC on Monad is now available, offering developers and businesses high-speed stablecoin settlement and crosschain connectivity with CCTP, wallets, and contracts.

Key Points:

  • Circle has activated USDC, CCTP, Circle Wallets, and Circle Contracts on Monad.
  • Monad is a high-performance Layer-1 blockchain with full EVM compatibility.
  • USDC is issued directly by Circle and is redeemable 1:1 for U.S. dollars.
  • CCTP enables crosschain transfers by burning USDC on the source chain and minting on the destination chain.
  • Circle Wallets provide secure wallet infrastructure for Monad-based applications.
  • Circle Contracts simplify smart contract development with security-audited templates.
  • USDC, CCTP, Wallets, and Contracts support DeFi, trading, payments, and liquidity solutions on Monad.
  • Notable apps live on day one include Accountable, Coinbase, Curve, and more.
  • Businesses can access Circle Mint for on/off-ramps, while developers can start building using official documentation.

With USDC live on Monad alongside CCTP, wallets, and contracts, developers have a complete stablecoin, interoperability, and infrastructure layer to support various applications from day one.