Circle Launches Arc Privacy for Confidential Smart Contracts on June 11

Circle launched Arc Privacy on June 11, an opt-in smart contract engine enabling confidential onchain transactions on public blockchains. The technology preserves Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatibility while allowing enterprises and developers to protect sensitive financial data such as balances, counterparties, and transaction details.

Arc Privacy supports controlled access for authorized parties including auditors and compliance teams under predefined governance rules. Key applications include payroll processing, treasury management, B2B settlements, and trading operations. Circle noted the framework addresses growing institutional demand for privacy solutions on blockchain-based finance platforms while maintaining interoperability where required.