According to MilkRoadDaily, Coinbase (COIN) currently receives a significant share of Circle's annual revenue—$908 million in 2023, representing approximately 54% of Circle’s $1.7 billion total revenue—for supporting and promoting USDC on its platforms (source: MilkRoadDaily, Twitter, May 20, 2025). If Coinbase were to acquire Circle, this move could nearly double Coinbase’s revenue from USDC, strengthening its dominance in the stablecoin market. This potential acquisition is highly relevant for crypto traders, as it could increase Coinbase's influence over stablecoin liquidity and trading volumes, directly impacting USDC and broader crypto market dynamics.

According to @ThinkingUSD, the market is experiencing low trading volumes, appearing 'sleepy' as investors await the upcoming earnings reports of Coinbase ($COIN) and Robinhood ($HOOD). The market lacks significant positioning except for broader portfolios consisting of Bitcoin (BTC), hype-driven stocks, and cash. This indicates a cautious approach by traders amid uncertain market conditions.