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June 4, 2025 – Circle Internet Financial, LLC (Circle), a global financial technology firm and the issuer of USDC, today announced the successful pricing of its upsized initial public offering (IPO), raising approximately $1.1 billion. The strong market demand, with shares sold above the marketed range, underscores investor confidence in Circle’s leadership in the digital asset space and its vision for a new internet financial system.
This monumental public offering marks a significant milestone for Circle, validating its pioneering role in bridging traditional finance with the digital economy. The oversubscribed offering reflects a robust belief in Circle's foundational products, particularly USDC, the world's largest regulated digital dollar, and its comprehensive platform for global stablecoin finance.
Circle has been at the forefront of digital currency innovation since its founding in 2013, driven by the mission to make money movement around the world as seamless as sending an email. Its flagship products, USDC and EURC (the leading digital euro), are fully reserved and backed by highly liquid cash and equivalents, ensuring stability and trust. The company also offers USYC, an institutional-grade tokenized money market fund.
A cornerstone of Circle's success is its unparalleled commitment to regulatory compliance and global licensing. Circle proudly stands as the most licensed stablecoin company in the world, holding money transmitter licenses in 46 U.S. states, a BitLicense from the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS), and registration as a Money Services Business with FinCEN. Globally, Circle has achieved MiCA compliance in the European Union, secured Electronic Money Institution licenses from the Autorité de Contrôle Prudentiel et de Résolution (ACPR) and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), obtained a Major Payment Institution (MPI) License in Singapore, and secured approvals in the UAE, Bermuda, Canada, and Japan. This extensive regulatory footprint provides a secure and compliant foundation for its global operations.
Circle’s platform is designed to empower businesses, developers, and financial institutions with enterprise-grade infrastructure. The Circle Payments Network (CPN) enables seamless, near-instant, global money movement, connecting financial institutions worldwide. For developers, Circle offers robust Developer Services, including secure Wallets, customizable Smart Contracts, CCTP for native cross-chain USDC transfers, and Paymaster to allow users to pay gas fees in USDC. These tools facilitate the creation of scalable and elegant on-chain experiences, accelerating innovation in the digital economy.
With over $26 trillion in all-time USDC volume and a network spanning 185+ countries with 1000+ global partners, Circle has demonstrated its capacity to operate at immense scale. The company's 24/7, real-time settlement capabilities eliminate traditional banking hours and delays, fostering an always-on financial system built for growth.
The capital raised from this IPO will further accelerate Circle's strategic initiatives, including expanding its product offerings, deepening its global regulatory engagements, and investing in the infrastructure necessary to support the increasing demand for trusted digital currencies. Circle is poised to continue its leadership in shaping the future of finance, driving broader adoption of stablecoins, and creating a more inclusive and efficient global economic system.
About Circle:
Circle is a global financial technology company that enables businesses to harness the power of digital currencies and public blockchains for payments, commerce, and financial applications worldwide. Circle is the issuer of USDC and EURC, highly liquid, regulated, and fully reserved stablecoins. Circle’s platform connects traditional finance with digital assets, creating a secure, always-on digital economy.
Compiled by CMO Intern team
