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      Circle's Arc Blockchain Launches with Morpho Lending Infrastructure

      Circle's Arc blockchain has officially launched, integrating Morpho as its primary lending infrastructure. This partnership allows institutions to borrow stablecoins against Bitcoin-backed collateral without needing to sell their Bitcoin holdings. On the first day of operation, deposits exceeded $150 million across USDC and EURC vaults, all utilizing cirBTC, Circle's 1:1 Bitcoin-backed wrapped token.

      The mechanism behind cirBTC and Morpho is designed to provide liquidity while allowing Bitcoin holders to retain their assets. cirBTC represents a claim on actual Bitcoin held in segregated custody, enabling users to deposit it as collateral on Morpho's lending markets to borrow USDC or EURC. Morpho Blue, the protocol's permissionless lending layer, manages variable-rate positions and integrates with fintech APIs, while Chainlink's proof-of-reserves system ensures the underlying Bitcoin exists in custody.

      Morpho was chosen by Arc over building a lending solution from scratch due to its architecture, which supports isolated markets with customizable risk parameters. The validator set for Arc includes major institutions such as BlackRock, DTCC, and Visa, enhancing the network's security. Arc also utilizes USDC for gas fees, simplifying transactions by removing the need for a native token.

      Looking ahead, Morpho Midnight, a fixed-rate lending product, is expected to be introduced, addressing a gap in the market for predictable borrowing costs that institutional treasuries prefer. Future metrics to monitor include the utilization rates of Morpho's cirBTC vaults and the pace of new cirBTC minting, as well as the potential impact of fixed-rate products on attracting a different class of borrowers.

      © 2026 KLEA News. All Rights Reserved. This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.

      Source: KLEA News

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