Arc: Circle's Open Layer-1 for Stablecoin Finance
Arc is an open Layer-1 blockchain purpose-built for stablecoins and institutional finance. With predictable fees, enterprise-grade infrastructure, and full EVM compatibility, Arc meet the needs of enterprise demands on chain.
The benefits of
Arc
Why devs are choosing to build on Arc.
Predictable, Dollar-Denominated Fees & Gas in USDC
Arc uses USDC as native gas, delivering predictable, dollar-denominated fees and eliminating crypto volatility. Perfect for enterprises and fintechs that need cost stability.
Instant Finality & Built-in FX Engine
Powered by the Malachite consensus engine, Arc achieves sub-second settlement and includes a native FX layer for real-time stablecoin conversions and cross-border payments.
Institutional-Grade Security + EVM Compatibility
Fully EVM-compatible for easy deployment, Arc combines Circle's compliance-ready design with enterprise-grade security and optional privacy features for regulated use cases.
Supported products
Explore some of the developer tools that we support for Arc.
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