We're thrilled to partner with Circle to offer bridged USDC on Sonic.
USDC.e is the stablecoin you've used and enjoyed on Sonic since its launch. Bridged from native USDC on Ethereum via the Sonic Gateway, it leverages Circle’s Bridged USDC Standard. As the official, endorsed stablecoin of Sonic, it ensures reliability and seamless integration.
Key Benefits for Developers:
- Build with a single contract address that persists through future upgrades
- No code changes required for potential native USDC support
- Upgradeable form of bridged USDC provides a smooth transition path
How to Get Bridged USDC on Sonic
From Ethereum
Use the Sonic Gateway, our native bridge for token transfers between Ethereum and Sonic.
Steps:
- Visit the Sonic Gateway and connect your wallet.
- Select USDC from the dropdown.
- Enter the amount to bridge.
- Click Bridge and approve the transaction.
- Claim your USDC.e on Sonic when prompted.
👉 Learn more about bridging USDC
From Solana
Use deBridge (third-party service) to transfer USDC from Solana to Sonic.
Steps:
- Connect your Solana wallet on deBridge.
- Select Solana and USDC.
- Enter the amount and your Sonic EVM wallet address.
- Confirm the transaction.
From Fantom
Similar to Solana, use deBridge for Fantom-to-Sonic transfers.
Steps:
- Connect your Fantom wallet on deBridge.
- Select Fantom and USDC type (e.g., USDC.e).
- Enter the amount and confirm.
From Other Chains
Our bridge tool provides guides for bridging assets from any chain to Sonic.
Via Decentralized Exchanges (DEXs)
Swap Sonic-native assets (e.g., S) to USDC on DEXs or aggregators.
How to Use Bridged USDC on Sonic
Bridged USDC unlocks multiple opportunities in the Sonic ecosystem:
- DEX Trading: Swap to other tokens instantly.
- Liquidity Provision: Earn fees by providing liquidity in USDC pools.
- Payments: Enjoy near-zero gas fees and sub-second transactions.
Explore the Sonic Ecosystem for apps supporting USDC.e. Note: Use third-party apps at your own risk.
FAQs
Q: Is USDC.e the same as native USDC?
A: It’s bridged from Ethereum-based USDC but functions identically on Sonic.
Q: Will my contract address change if Sonic adopts native USDC?
A: No—developers use a persistent address for seamless upgrades.
Q: Are third-party bridges safe?
A: While we vet partners, always research bridges independently.
Q: Can I use USDC.e for yield farming?
A: Yes, most Sonic DeFi platforms support it.
Q: What’s the transaction speed for USDC.e transfers?
A: Sonic’s sub-second finality ensures instant settlements.
Q: How do I track USDC.e balance?
A: Use Sonic-compatible wallets like MetaMask or Trust Wallet.
👉 Start bridging USDC today and experience Sonic’s optimized stablecoin ecosystem!
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