Circle targets 40 new markets as stablecoin demand surges globally

Circle, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, plans to expand into 40 new markets, citing surging global demand for stablecoins. The move is aimed at accelerating blockchain adoption and financial inclusion in emerging economies. While no specific revenue or volume figures were disclosed, the expansion signals growing institutional confidence in stablecoin infrastructure, which traders may view as a mild positive for the broader crypto ecosystem.