Circle is set to launch its blockchain, Arc, in a move that provides immediate access to crucial tools like custody and compliance for banks and asset managers. The integration with Fireblocks, a prominent digital asset platform, ensures seamless transactions on the network upon launch. Arc, designed by Circle, the issuer of USDC stablecoin, is slated for a public testnet this fall before a full rollout by year-end 2025. Fireblocks, known for its support across over 120 blockchains and global markets, has committed to integrating with Arc from day one. This early partnership draws attention to Arc’s focus on institutional use. Notably, the timing coincides with Circle’s deepening efforts in the digital asset sector following regulatory clarity on U.S. stablecoins.