- World Network has integrated native USDC and Circle’s Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP), replacing bridged tokens with fully-backed stablecoins for faster, more secure transactions.
World Network has announced the adoption of Circle’s Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP) and native USD Coin (USDC) support on its blockchain. This developement is of great importance to the World network as it is a leap towards greater speed, security and transparency in DeFi for the 27 million users.
Previously, users transacting in USDC on the World Chain relied on “bridged” USDC—wrapped versions of the stablecoin that originated from other blockchains. This approach introduced additional layers of complexity and potential trust issues.
With the transition to native USDC, tokens minted and redeemed directly by Circle and backed 1:1 with U.S. dollar reserves, users can now enjoy enhanced liquidity, auditability, and transactional reliability.
The shift also includes the rollout of CCTP V2, Circle’s enhanced protocol that allows for seamless cross-chain USDC transfers. This upgrade empowers developers and users to move funds more quickly and cost-effectively across supported blockchains, significantly improving interoperability and composability across DeFi platforms.
Applications can now interact more efficiently, offering a smoother user experience across ecosystems.
Beyond the technical upgrade, the integration unlocks a suite of powerful tools for developers and institutions. Qualified businesses now have access to Circle Mint, enabling direct minting and redemption of USDC.
Enhanced developer tools also pave the way for the creation of new financial Mini Apps—micro-interfaces for transactions, lending, and payments, all built directly within the World App.
The World Network has already begun utilizing these capabilities to expand USDC-powered services like remittances and retail payments. All previously bridged USDC on the World Chain has been automatically converted to native tokens, ensuring a smooth transition with minimal disruption to users.
This announcement follows a wave of momentum for World Network. In recent weeks, the company raised $135 million from prominent backers including Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) and Bain Capital Crypto through a Worldcoin (WLD) token sale.
It also launched the Orb Mini device in six U.S. states, forged a strategic partnership with Visa, and expanded into key international markets such as Taiwan, Argentina, and Thailand.
Despite regulatory scrutiny in countries like Indonesia, Kenya, and Brazil, World Network remains focused on scaling its ecosystem. Plans are underway to integrate Circle’s euro-backed stablecoin, EURC, further broadening its suite of compliant, fiat-backed digital assets.
With the integration of native USDC and Circle’s CCTP, World Network is positioning itself as a critical hub for global digital finance—offering more efficient, trustworthy tools for developers, businesses, and users alike in the evolving DeFi landscape.