Arc
Coverage of Arc in the Nexus archive.
- The Needle: Dems Demand Golf Course Details, Gov Wants to Roll Back 30 Gun Regulations, Iran War Cost $100 Billion So Far, Arc Can Move Forward, and D.C. Is No. 7 on Bed Bug List
Democratic Senators from Maryland and Virginia demand transparency about the Trump administration's East Potomac golf course redevelopment. The government plans to roll back over 30 gun regulations, while a new analysis estimates Trump's Iran war has cost $100 billion. The National Capital Planning Commission approved moving forward with a 250-foot arch near Arlington Cemetery, and D.C. ranks No. 7 on Orkin's 2026 Bed Bug Cities List.
- What Is Arc? The Stablecoin Blockchain From USDC Issuer Circle
Arc is a new layer-1 blockchain developed by Circle, designed for stablecoin-native finance. It is specifically created for this purpose by the issuer of USDC. The development aims to enhance financial operations.
- Bitwise CIO says GENIUS Act helped unlock crypto fundraising as tokenization now eyes Clarity Act boost
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan discussed the impact of the GENIUS Act on crypto fundraising and tokenization, citing billion-dollar blockchain raises by Arc, Canton, and Tempo. The GENIUS Act helped unlock crypto fundraising, and now tokenization is looking to the Clarity Act for a boost. This development suggests a growing intersection of cryptocurrency and traditional finance.
- Privacy emerges as crypto’s next 'killer app,' with Arc, Canton and Tempo topping $1 billion in funding
Privacy-focused crypto projects Arc, Canton, and Tempo have raised over $1 billion in funding, indicating a growing interest in privacy as a key aspect of cryptocurrency. This surge in funding suggests that privacy may become a major driver for the crypto industry. The success of these projects could pave the way for further innovation in the field.
- Bernstein maintains $190 Circle price target as $222 million ARC presale cushions rate pressure
Bernstein maintained its $190 Circle price target due to ARC presale proceeds and USDC growth. The presale generated $222 million, cushioning rate pressure. This development supports expanding stablecoin payments infrastructure.
- Circle (CRCL) beats earnings estimates but misses on revenue amid $222 million Arc raise
Circle (CRCL) has announced its earnings, exceeding estimates but falling short on revenue. The company has also raised $222 million through an Arc raise. This mixed result may impact investor confidence.
- Circle said to raise $222 million for Arc blockchain token sale at $3 billion valuation
Circle is raising $222 million for its Arc blockchain token sale, valuing the company at $3 billion. This fundraising effort is a significant milestone for Circle. The token sale will help further develop the Arc blockchain platform.
- Visa Adds Base, Polygon, Canton, Arc and Tempo to Stablecoin Settlement Program
Visa has expanded its blockchain-based stablecoin settlement program by integrating five new networks: Base, Polygon, Canton, Arc, and Tempo. The initiative, which has shown 50% quarterly growth in its pilot phase, aims to scale cross-border payment solutions using blockchain technology.