Ripple and Coinbase are competing to acquire Circle, with offers exceeding $10 billion.Circle, the issuer of USDC, reportedly prefers Coinbase due to their history, but some believe Ripple has a better chance.Ripple is rumored to have offered $4-$5 billion, which Circle deemed low. There are speculations of Ripple raising the bid to $20 billion.Ripple recently displayed financial strength with a $1.25 billion acquisition, showcasing its ability to make significant deals.