#usualcoin #usual
The Usual Protocol is a decentralized financial system that integrates real-world assets (RWAs) into the DeFi ecosystem. It is built around three core tokens:  
🪙 USD0 – Fiat-Backed Stablecoin
• Overview: USD0 is a USD-pegged stablecoin fully backed 1:1 by tokenized U.S. Treasury Bills, offering a secure and transparent alternative to traditional stablecoins. 
• Features:
• Regulatory Compliance: Adheres to U.S. and EU regulations.
• Permissionless Access: Available to both institutional and retail investors.
• DeFi Integration: Fully composable within the DeFi ecosystem.  
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🔁 USD0++ – Liquid Staking Token
• Overview: USD0++ is a liquid staking derivative of USD0, created by locking USD0 for a 4-year period. It provides users with staking rewards while maintaining liquidity. 
• Features:
• Yield Distribution: Rewards are distributed daily in $USUAL tokens.
• Liquidity: Tradable on secondary markets, ensuring access to funds.
• DeFi Compatibility: Composable with various DeFi protocols.  
🗳️ $USUAL – Governance and Revenue-Sharing Token
• Overview: $USUAL is the governance token of the Usual Protocol, granting holders ownership rights and a share in the protocol’s revenue. 
• Features:
• Revenue Backing: Tied directly to the protocol’s revenue model.
• Scarcity Model: Token emissions are calibrated based on revenue growth, enhancing long-term value.
• Community Distribution: 90% of tokens are allocated to the community, promoting decentralized governance. 
📊 Ecosystem Highlights
• Total Value Locked (TVL): As of December 2024, Usual’s TVL surpassed $1.4 billion, positioning USD0 among the top five stablecoins by market capitalization. 
• Market Capitalization: USD0 holds a market cap of approximately $646 million. 
• Trading Platforms: USD0 and USD0++ are available on decentralized exchanges like Uniswap V3, Curve, and PancakeSwap V3.
