Financial technology company Circle, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, has formed a partnership with Sony Group’s Singapore-based unit, Sony Blockchain Solutions Lab. This collaboration aims to broaden the adoption of USDC, the second-largest stablecoin in the cryptocurrency market.
Integration of the Bridged USDC Standard
In a September 15 announcement, Circle revealed that the Bridged USDC Standard will be integrated with Sony’s newly developed blockchain protocol, Soneium. This integration will position USDC as the primary digital asset for transactions and value transfers on the platform. Launched in August 2024, Soneium is a Layer-2 blockchain designed to scale the Ethereum network. The protocol aims to enhance the adoption of the crypto ecosystem by attracting application developers from sectors such as entertainment, gaming, and finance.
Connecting Blockchains
Circle stated that Bridged USDC offers flexibility to blockchains integrating its infrastructure. According to the company, blockchains using Bridged USDC can smoothly transition to issuing native USDCs, creating a more robust financial ecosystem.
Sony Leadership's Opinion
Jun Watanabe, head of Sony Blockchain Solutions Lab, expressed that the integration of Circle’s stablecoin infrastructure aligns with their vision to create a more connected ecosystem. Watanabe highlighted that this partnership is in perfect harmony with their goal of reshaping the landscape of digital entertainment and finance.
The partnership between Circle and Sony aims to create new opportunities for the use of digital assets and their integration into various sectors, which can significantly impact the future of the crypto ecosystem.
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