Circle Brings Native USDC and CCTP to OKX's X Layer

Circle has expanded its stablecoin infrastructure to OKX's X Layer by launching native USDC and the Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP) on the Ethereum-compatible layer-2 network.

The integration gives developers and businesses direct access to Circle-issued USDC on X Layer, allowing users to move USDC between supported blockchain networks through CCTP without relying on traditional wrapped versions of the stablecoin.

Circle announced that native USDC is now available on X Layer, an Ethereum-compatible layer-2 network developed by OKX. Native USDC can be used across several applications, including qualified businesses using Circle Mint to issue and redeem USDC on X Layer.

X Layer is designed to support Ethereum-based applications while offering lower transaction costs and faster settlement. The integration could strengthen USDC's role across DeFi, payments, trading, real-world assets, and AI applications.