Circle and Coinbase Shares Surge Following GENIUS Act Passage

- Firms experienced stock rallies as the regulatory prospect improved.
- Circle up by 33%, Coinbase gained 16% in stock value.
- Stablecoin market clarity is forecast to enhance adoption.
Stablecoin regulation is pivotal, signaling potential for expanded crypto integration into finance and driving industry momentum.
The passing of the GENIUS Act resulted in Circle stock climbing 33.82% and Coinbase jumping 16.32%. Both companies benefit from expected regulatory clarity, enhancing their USDC business model. Circle’s main revenue source being USDC interest, and Coinbase’s involvement in half of Circle’s earnings. The legislation, sponsored by Senator Bill Hagerty, mandates stablecoin issuers maintain full reserves and undergo monthly audits. President Donald Trump emphasized urgency on Truth Social, boosting confidence.
Donald Trump, President, United States, “ASAP — NO DELAYS,” when urging Congress to bring the GENIUS Act to his desk for signing.
Market enthusiasm suggests increased stablecoin utilization in decentralized finance as transparency grows. Analysts predict institutional adoption of assets like USDC and its broader integration into traditional systems. DeFi platforms are poised for gains due to compliance requirements.