... on the other hand, it makes USDC more acceptable to traditional financial institutions that prioritize compliance. Another interesting moment occurred in March 2023 when USD Coin temporarily lost its peg to the dollar (dropping to ~$0.88) following news of the bankruptcy of Silicon Valley Bank, where a portion of Circle's reserves was held. However, after guarantees of deposit insurance from U.S. regulators, the price quickly recovered. This situation highlighted both the risks of stablecoins (dependence ...