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Sam Altman’s Big Bet : USDC Partnership Sends Circle Stock Soaring
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Sam Altman’s Big Bet : USDC Partnership Sends Circle Stock Soaring

Circle (CRCL) stock soars over 250%: Integration with Worldcoin has propelled its value since going public at $31 per share. The CRCL token has experienced exceptional growth, tripling its initial valuation.

Written by Charles Ledoux

Translated on June 12, 2025 at 12:06 by Sarah

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Circle (CRCL) Stock Soars Over 250%: Integration with Worldcoin

Since its debut on the stock market at $31 per share, Circle (CRCL) stock has experienced phenomenal growth, tripling its initial valuation of 8 billion dollars to reach over 25 billion dollars. This rapid surge can be attributed to a strategic partnership announcement between the issuer of the second largest stablecoin, USDC, and Sam Altman’s biometric blockchain project, World Chain.

The recent surge in Circle’s stock price has been directly propelled by the integration of its USDC stablecoin with World Chain’s Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol V2 (CCTP V2). This collaboration aims to enhance the market liquidity while mitigating risks associated with synthetic bridges between blockchains.

The update enables almost instantaneous transfer of USDC tokens across various blockchains supported by the protocol, providing greater accessibility to Circle’s exchange infrastructure. Many market observers predict that Circle could evolve into a true dollar treasury company in the future, challenging Michael Saylor’s strategy.

A Bright Future Ahead for Circle and the Industry

The synergy between Circle, USDC, and Sam Altman’s World Chain project appears promising for the company’s future. This strategic integration opens up new prospects for the cryptocurrency sector, particularly in terms of liquidity, security, and accessibility to trading infrastructures.

It remains to be seen whether Circle will establish itself as a major player in the traditional financial landscape, thus challenging established giants. The upcoming developments will undoubtedly be closely monitored by all enthusiasts in the world of crypto assets.

It is worth noting that prominent investor Cathie Wood has been impressed by Circle’s potential. She purchased over $6 million worth of CRCL shares during the IPO, thus boosting the stock launch. She has now made over $3 million in profits as the stock trades at $118, up by 11%.

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Charles Ledoux

Charles Ledoux

Charles Ledoux is a Bitcoin and blockchain technology specialist. A graduate of the Crypto Academy, he has been a Bitcoin miner for over a year. He has written numerous masterclasses to educate newcomers to the industry and has authored over 2,000 articles on cryptocurrency. Now, he aims to share his passion for crypto through his articles for InvestX.

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