Circle adds native USDC support on Aptos mainnet, boosting DeFi adoption
Circle adds native USDC support on Aptos mainnet
Circle, the issuer of USD Coin (USDC), has officially launched native support for the stablecoin on the Aptos blockchain, a move that strengthens liquidity and decentralized finance (DeFi) capabilities within the network.
The announcement, made on Jan. 30, confirms that both native USDC and Circle’s cross-chain transfer protocol (CCTP) are now live on the Aptos mainnet, according to Crypto News.
The integration allows users and developers to access USDC directly on Aptos without relying on cross-chain bridges, reducing security risks and improving efficiency.
A Native Solution for Stability and Growth
Prior to this update, Aptos users relied on a bridged version of USDC (lzUSDC) from LayerZero, which was transferred from Ethereum via the AptosBridge. With Circle’s direct issuance, USDC can now operate seamlessly within the Aptos ecosystem, enhancing its utility for DeFi applications, remittances, peer-to-peer payments, and gaming.
The introduction of native USDC also facilitates interoperability. Circle’s CCTP allows developers to integrate secure cross-chain USDC transfers with minimal coding, further expanding stablecoin usability across blockchain networks.
Aptos-based platforms such as Cellana Finance, Echelon Market, Meso, and Thala Labs have already begun adopting this functionality.
Bridge providers, including Stargate, are expected to assist in transitioning liquidity from bridged lzUSDC to the newly issued native USDC. This shift underscores Aptos’ commitment to security, efficiency, and financial innovation.
By eliminating reliance on third-party bridging solutions, Circle’s expansion onto Aptos not only fortifies the blockchain’s DeFi ecosystem but also underscores the growing institutional confidence in stablecoins as a core financial instrument in digital economies.
Also, Circle recently has contributed $1 million in USDC to President Donald Trump’s inaugural committee. CEO Jeremy Allaire highlighted the milestone as a testament to the growing acceptance and potential of digital dollars.
