🚀 Binance Invests US$ 100 Mn in Circle to Expand USDC Partnership

• Deal Overview • Binance secures a US$ 100 Mn strategic equity stake in Circle Internet Group (NYSE: CRCL). • Share purchase executed via private placement at a 5% discount to pre-closing market price. • Establishes a 5-year strategic agreement to scale USDC adoption globally. • Strategic Focus & Emerging Markets • Prioritizes driving adoption in global emerging markets to provide accessible digital dollar solutions. • Binance will promote USDC across its platform, while Circle powers underlying infrastructure services. • Aims to bolster global financial inclusion, savings, and investment through compliant digital assets.