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Explore digital dollar market data and dated reference estimates
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Market cap (USD)
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Countries reached
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24-hour trading volume (USD)
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Reported percentages and illustrative APYs have different bases and do not establish a yield ranking. Check the provider's current terms and eligibility.
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Exchange custody
4.1%
Illustrative APY
Illustrative assumption · Estimate dated: Feb 11, 2026 (UTC)
Rewards availability and terms depend on the account and location. Check the provider before depositing.
Hypothetical annual earnings
On $1K
$41/yr
On $10K
$410/yr
On $50K
$2,050/yr
Assumes the example APY stays constant. Fees, taxes and losses excluded.
Exchange custody
5.5%
Illustrative APY
Illustrative assumption · Estimate dated: Feb 11, 2026 (UTC)
Reward eligibility, payment terms and withdrawal availability depend on the product and location.
Hypothetical annual earnings
On $1K
$55/yr
On $10K
$550/yr
On $50K
$2,750/yr
Assumes the example APY stays constant. Fees, taxes and losses excluded.
Lending platform custody
8%
Illustrative APY
Illustrative assumption · Estimate dated: Feb 11, 2026 (UTC)
Terms can depend on loyalty tier, product and lockup. Check eligibility and withdrawal conditions.
Hypothetical annual earnings
On $1K
$80/yr
On $10K
$800/yr
On $50K
$4,000/yr
Assumes the example APY stays constant. Fees, taxes and losses excluded.
Illustrative assumptions are not current offers. A retrieved third-party report does not confirm eligibility, compounding or withdrawal terms. Returns can change and funds can be lost.
USDC is a digital dollar — each token is backed 1:1 by cash and short-term U.S. Treasuries. It's not issued by the government, but it's designed to always be redeemable for $1.00.
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