Circle Internet Financial announced that Stellar will become an official chain for USDC, enhancing the digital dollar stablecoin's presence on Stellar's blockchain, which is known for its payment-related use cases. By Q1 2021, Circle planned to extend support for USDC on Stellar across its suite of payments and infrastructure APIs and business account products. This integration aims to facilitate payments, commerce, and financial applications by providing businesses with access to APIs, financial accounts, and digital currency management tools. The Stellar ecosystem, which includes a wide network of exchanges and wallets, has been instrumental in advancing financial inclusion, especially in emerging markets in Latin America and Africa. Circle encourages developers within the Stellar community to explore how USDC on Stellar can contribute to expanding equitable access to the financial system.