Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 6 days ago

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USDC closed the gap between software and law in modern finance.

On Grit, Jeremy Allaire discusses how fully reserved, dollar backed digital currency became part of the financial system after more than a decade of work.

He also shares why for him grit is about sustaining belief through deep uncertainty, even when Circle faced the threat of bankruptcy in 2019.

Guest: Jeremy Allaire, Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO at Circle

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00:00 Trailer
01:19 Introduction
03:37 The Evolution and Impact of USDC
19:43 Navigating Regulatory and Financial Hurdles
37:25 Navigating Leadership Challenges
49:42 Personal Health and Wellness Journey
57:13 Future Vision and Industry Impact