How Memecoins Quickly Dominated Circle’s Institutional Arc Blockchain on Its Inaugural Day
When Circle unveiled its institutional‑focused blockchain, Arc, the expectations were clear: a secure, compliant environment for large‑scale financial transactions, stablecoins, and other regulated digital assets. Yet, within hours of the network’s launch, the narrative shifted dramatically. A wave of memecoin enthusiasts, drawn by the novelty of a fresh ledger and the promise of low‑cost, high‑s…
Sept. 17, 2026, 11:42 a.m.