OKX Ventures Invests in USUAL: A Decentralized Stablecoin Protocol
OKX Ventures, the investment arm of leading crypto exchange and global onchain technology company OKX, today announced its investment in USUAL, a decentralized stablecoin issuer that is redefining the future of finance. This investment aligns with OKX Ventures’ vision to support projects that bridge traditional finance with DeFi while promoting true decentralization.
USUAL stands out for its novel approach to stablecoin issuance by integrating Real-World Assets (RWAs) and leveraging decentralized governance, creating a new paradigm in stablecoin liquidity and value redistribution.
With its innovative model, USUAL seeks to transform traditional finance by empowering users through ownership and governance of the protocol. Its flagship product, USD0, is a decentralized stablecoin fully collateralized by tokenized RWAs, such as U.S. Treasury Bills (T-Bills), and managed in a decentralized, permissionless manner. The protocol’s native token, $USUAL, acts as both ownership and governance, enabling users to participate in the decision-making process and share in the network’s success.
By investing in USUAL, OKX Ventures is supporting a project set to transform the stablecoin landscape. The OKX Ventures team, renowned for its focus on cutting-edge blockchain innovations, recognizes significant potential in USUAL’s approach to decentralized stablecoin issuance and governance. “Through the organic integration of RWA and DeFi, USUAL has not only reshaped the yield structure of stablecoins but also created an economy driven by community co-creation and mutual benefit. We are excited to support USUAL in becoming the ‘new infrastructure’ that drives the long-term value creation and growth of global decentralized finance.” said Dora, Founder of OKX Ventures.
Empowering Users with Ownership and Governance
USUAL’s most groundbreaking feature is its model of value redistribution. Unlike traditional stablecoin issuers like Tether (USDT) and Circle (USDC), which centralize profits within a company, USUAL ensures that the value generated from its stablecoin issuance is shared with users and token holders. By holding $USUAL, users effectively become co-owners of the protocol, sharing in its financial success while shaping its governance and future direction.
This decentralized governance system makes USUAL distinct from traditional models, prioritizing community-driven decision-making and creating a more equitable and transparent framework. Users are empowered not only to benefit from growth but also to participate in the evolution of the protocol, ensuring the long-term sustainability and success of the network.
Integration of Real-World Assets (RWAs)
USUAL addresses a pivotal challenge in the DeFi ecosystem: bridging traditional financial assets with decentralized systems. Through partnerships with industry leaders like Hashnote and BlackRock, USUAL leverages RWAs such as the U.S. Treasury Bills to underpin its decentralized financial offerings. This integration significantly enhances the stability of USD0, providing users with access to traditionally secure, low-risk assets within a decentralized framework.
Additionally, collaborations with prominent DeFi platforms like Curve, Pendle, Morpho and Ether.fi enable USUAL to deliver optimized yield strategies and robust liquidity solutions. By tokenizing RWAs into composable, permissionless, and on-chain verifiable instruments, USUAL makes traditional financial products more accessible and functional within the DeFi landscape. This innovative approach allows users to engage with conventional financial markets in a decentralized manner, effectively merging the strengths of both traditional finance and decentralized systems.
This seamless integration not only reinforces the stability and reliability of USD0 but also expands the utility and attractiveness of USUAL’s ecosystem. By combining institutional-grade assets with advanced DeFi protocols, USUAL fosters a more inclusive and resilient financial ecosystem, offering users enhanced opportunities for growth and security.
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About OKX Ventures
OKX Ventures is the investment arm of global crypto exchange and Web3 technology company OKX. With an initial capital commitment of USD 100 million, OKX Ventures focuses on supporting cutting-edge blockchain projects across the globe. By investing in innovative companies, OKX Ventures aims to promote the healthy development of the blockchain ecosystem and accelerate the adoption of decentralized technologies.
Find out more about OKX Ventures at https://www.okx.com/ventures.
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