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Circle draws the line: Law first, not opinion Jeremy Allaire made it clear—Circle does not freeze USDC wallets unless required by law enforcement or courts. This comes amid criticism following a major exploit, where many expected immediate action. His stance is simple: Circle follows the rule of law, not social pressure. He also called it a “moral quandary”—because if private companies start deciding who to freeze without legal backing, it creates a risky precedent. At the same time, this could evolve. Circle is working with regulators on clearer frameworks that may allow preventive action in extreme cases, but only if it’s legally defined. On the expansion side, Circle is moving deeper into South Korea, partnering with major players like Dunamu and Bithumb to grow USDC adoption. Big picture: • Compliance > speed • Regulation is shaping crypto decisions • Partnerships are the new expansion strategy Circle is choosing to be legally consistent, even if it means being slower in high-pressure situations. $USDC #USDCFreezeDebate