USDC Overtakes Tether in Adjusted Transaction Volume per Visa Data

Key Facts

Amid the rapid evolution of the digital payments ecosystem, stablecoins are emerging as a cornerstone for institutional transaction settlements. Recent data from Visa indicates that USDC now accounts for 70% of adjusted stablecoin transaction volume, which is double the volume processed by USDT. According to reports, this 'flippening' reflects a shift in user preference toward USDC as the primary medium for active settlements and utility-driven transactions within the digital finance landscape.

While Tether (USDT) maintains its lead in terms of total market capitalization and as a primary store of value, Circle’s USDC is gaining significant traction in functional utility. Compared to its peers, USDT remains the preferred choice for traders in emerging markets and for savings, whereas USDC growth is concentrated in sectors requiring higher regulatory transparency and alignment with traditional financial systems, per market data. This divergence occurs as major payment processors like Visa increasingly integrate blockchain into global settlement rails.

With upcoming economic catalysts such as the US ISM Manufacturing PMI, broader crypto market sentiment may face shifts in risk appetite. Furthermore, regulatory developments in the US and EU remain the primary drivers for the future of stablecoins and their ability to compete with legacy transfer systems.