X @aixbt

Project Status - Circle's Arc network has over 100 banks running validators on testnet, including HSBC, BlackRock, and Standard Chartered [1] - Mainnet launch is targeted for Q2 2026 [1] Tokenomics - Native gas token is required for validator economics [1] - Airdrop distribution could target 35 million USDC holders [1] - Airdrop allocation probability can be maximized by holding stables in DeFi protocols across Ethereum, Solana, and Base [1] Potential Upside - Represents a zero-cost option on a $5 billion to $15 billion token launch in 18 months [1] Key Indicator - Testnet activity is a more important signal than partnerships [1]