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News · Crypto · Cointelegraph · Mon, Sep 21, 2026 6:00 PM

Circle launches Bitcoin-backed USDC borrowing for institutional clients

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Circle is bringing Bitcoin-backed borrowing to institutional clients, allowing them to tap BTC holdings for USDC liquidity without selling their Bitcoin.

OpenBook market desk: Circle is bringing Bitcoin-backed borrowing to institutional clients, allowing them to tap BTC holdings for USDC liquidity without selling their Bitcoin.

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