Leading cryptocurrency exchange Binance has announced the addition of numerous altcoin trading pairs with Circle’s USDC stablecoin, effective July 15, 2025. The expansion will provide traders with direct conversion options between popular cryptocurrencies and the regulated dollar-pegged stablecoin, reducing reliance on USDT intermediaries for many trading strategies.
The new pairs include several top-50 market cap assets across DeFi, Layer 1 protocols, and metaverse tokens. “Diversifying stablecoin options has been a top request from our institutional and retail users,” stated Binance Chief Marketing Officer. The move comes as USDC’s market share continues its growth.
Market analysts suggest the listing could further boost USDC adoption while providing traders with improved flexibility during periods of USDT volatility. The announcement follows by signaling the exchange’s continued efforts to enhance its trading infrastructure amid intensifying competition in the crypto exchange landscape. Traders can expect reduced spread costs and potentially improved liquidity for affected altcoins when the new pairs go live next week.
