Sei Network Launches Native USDC and Unlocks CCTP V2 Access - Crypto News Flash

• Sei Network now supports native USDC issued directly by Circle, enhancing security and cross-chain liquidity.
• CCTP V2 enables seamless, permissionless USDC transfers across 13 blockchains without bridges or slippage.

Sei Network has finally enabled the integration of two long-awaited, critical features: native USDC and Circle’s Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol V2 (CCTP V2).

This is a major step that dramatically changes the landscape of stablecoin transactions in their ecosystem. Previously, Sei users could only access USDC through bridged versions like USDC.n via Noble. Now? USDC is available directly on Sei as an official stablecoin issued by Circle, without any third-party interference.

No More Bridges: CCTP V2 Makes Cross-Chain USDC Effortless

With this native USDC, users can redeem and transfer USDC directly through Circle Mint, plus enjoy lightning-fast transaction finality, in less than half a second. USDC itself remains 1:1 against the dollar and is overseen by a verified reserve. For those familiar with DeFi, this is a new opportunity for broader exploration and, of course, greater security.

Furthermore, the launch of CCTP V2 opens up new avenues for cross-chain transfers. This protocol allows users to move USDC from one network to another without the need for bridges or complicated swaps that can often be daunting.

CCTP works with a “burn and mint” system—USDC is burned on the originating network, then re-minted at the destination, all in a single, seamless flow secured by Circle’s attestation system. And yes, it supports 13 major blockchain networks, with over 150 active cross-chain routes.

Sei Network Boosts Security with Chainlink and AI Power

Earlier this month, CNF noted that Sei has also connected its system to Chainlink CCIP. Thanks to this, Sei’s cross-blockchain asset transfers are now powered by Chainlink’s institutional-grade oracle infrastructure, which reportedly secures over $18 trillion in on-chain value. So it’s not just fast, but also resilient from a security standpoint.

Furthermore, in mid-July, Sei also partnered with AI company Anthropic to enable the Model Context Protocol (MCP). This collaboration allows AI agents like Claude, Windsurf, and Cursor to read on-chain data directly and even execute transactions. Imagine an AI that can check smart contracts and take action immediately, without having to wait for human input—terrifying, right?

Sei’s move to introduce a native stablecoin and seamless cross-chain transfers opens up huge opportunities for DeFi developers and users. Projects that previously held back due to the hassle of bridges can now jump right in. Native USDC not only simplifies transactions but also strengthens liquidity and trust, especially for those operating at an institutional scale.

Furthermore, the presence of AI and oracle heavyweights like Chainlink demonstrates that Sei is serious about becoming a major player in the Web3 ecosystem.

Besides that, as of press time, SEI is changing hands at about $0.3181, slightly up 0.10% over the last 24 hours and its market cap is at about $1.83 billion.