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USDC vs C1USD
Side-by-side Trust Score comparison based on the RWTS Rating methodology. Six dimensions of structural trust, scored independently.
Higher Score
USD Coin
USDC
86T2
Trust Score
86
APY
0.00%
TVL
$74.87B
Currency One USD
C1USD
71T2
Trust Score
71
APY
7.50%
TVL
$2.87B
Dimension Comparison
| Dimension | USDC | C1USD | Max | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asset Backing | 22+4 | 18 | 25 | USDC |
| Proof of Reserves | 16+4 | 12 | 20 | USDC |
| Redeemability | 13+1 | 12 | 15 | USDC |
| Audit & Security | 13+4 | 9 | 15 | USDC |
| Regulatory Standing | 15 | 15 | 15 | Tied |
| Track Record | 7+2 | 5 | 10 | USDC |
| Total | 86 | 71 | 100 | USDC+15 |
Key Facts
| Attribute | USDC | C1USD |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T2: Treasury & Fiat-Backed | T2: Treasury & Fiat-Backed |
| Chain | Ethereum | Ethereum |
| Risk Level | Low | Low |
| Backing | Cash & short-dated U.S. Treasuries (Circle Reserve Fund) | 1:1 USD (regulated financial institutions, insurance wrapper) |
| Protocol | Circle | Kinesis Money |
| Lock-up | None (1:1 redeemable via Circle / exchanges) | None |
| Audited | Yes | Yes |
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This comparison is based on the RWTS Trust Score framework and is not financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold either asset. Always conduct your own due diligence.