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USDC as Derivatives Collateral: Why Marex and Coinbase Matter for Stablecoin Adoption

Crypto Daily·July 21, 2026·1 min read
USDC as Derivatives Collateral: Why Marex and Coinbase Matter for Stablecoin Adoption

Coinbase International now settles perpetual futures in USDC, enabling brokers to test stablecoin margin for derivatives trading. Marex's role signals growing institutional adoption of USDC as collateral. The development highlights key risks and adaptation strategies for trading desks as stablecoin use expands in crypto derivatives markets.

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