Circle Introduces Arc: A Purpose-Built Layer 1 Blockchain for Stablecoin Finance
Circle has developed Arc, an EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain designed specifically for stablecoin finance, including payments, tokenized assets, and capital markets. Announced in August 2025, the network uses USDC for gas fees and offers sub-second finality. It is supported by major institutions such as BlackRock, Visa, and MasterCard.
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