USDC Surpasses USDT with $18.3 Trillion in Transactions in 2025
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 09 2026- Record Transaction Volume: Stablecoin transaction volumes reached a staggering $33 trillion in 2025, reflecting a 72% year-over-year increase, with USDC processing $18.3 trillion in transfers, surpassing USDT's $13.3 trillion, indicating robust market demand for stablecoins.
- Policy-Driven Growth: The passage of the Genius Act in July under the Trump administration established legal standards for stablecoins, prompting institutions like Standard Chartered, Walmart, and Amazon to actively explore stablecoin launches, thereby enhancing market compliance.
- Increased Market Trust: While USDT maintains a market cap of $187 billion compared to USDC's $75 billion, USDC's dominance in decentralized finance platforms highlights its advantages in high-frequency trading, reflecting market recognition of its liquidity and regulatory trust.
- Future Projections: Bloomberg Intelligence projects that stablecoin payment flows could reach $56 trillion by 2030, with Q4 2025 volumes hitting a record $11 trillion, up from $8.8 trillion in Q3, signaling widespread adoption of digital dollars.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
