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sDUSD Expands to Arbitrum & Ethereum

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March 07, 2024

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The Davos Protocol is happy to announce that its DUSD Savings Rate (sDUSD), the novel ERC-20 token responsible for distributing rewards to DUSD stablecoin holders, has been integrated into the Ethereum and Arbitrum networks.

TL:DR:

  • sDUSD, which offers a steady and predictable savings rate based on current economic indicators, is now accessible on Ethereum and Arbitrum.
  • The integration into these networks enhances sDUSD’s accessibility and utility, bridging traditional finance and DeFi with secure returns.
  • With the introduction of an innovative cross-chain bridge, the Davos Protocol allows safe, cost-effective DUSD transactions across several blockchains.
  • Future partnerships with leading DeFi platforms will increase the benefits of DUSD and strengthen its position in the DeFi market.

The Benefits of sDUSD

With the introduction of sDUSD, its new omnichain interest-bearing stablecoin, on Ethereum and Arbitrum, the Davos Protocol has established a new standard for financial stability and innovation in the DeFi industry, enabling users across multiple chains to access a consistent savings rate.

DUSD_collateral.png [1] - The various Collateral options to mint DUSD

Our native stablecoin, DUSD, utilizes LSTs (Liquidity Staking Tokens) and other reward-bearing assets. This breakthrough streamlines the staking and yield farming processes, allowing participants to increase their earnings while keeping low-risk exposure.

sDUSD holders can enjoy a guaranteed minimum savings rate of 5%. The income generated from borrowing fees incurred during the minting of DUSD is distributed between liquidity incentives and the DUSD savings rate. As a result, individuals participating in the DUSD savings mechanism are assured the 5% minimum rate.

sDUSD ensures that users receive secure and predictable returns by utilizing real-time data from financial oracles in response to changes in interest rates set by the Federal Reserve.

We aim to give users a simple and efficient way to access savings rates corresponding to actual economic indicators, like interest rates set by the Federal Reserve, by integrating sDUSD with these leading blockchain networks.

How to Access Our Savings Rate

To take part in our Savings Rate, users must stake their DUSD in one of the supported networks.

It's important to note that there is no mandatory lock period, allowing users the flexibility to withdraw their staked DUSD whenever they wish. This process is entirely permissionless, offering users unfettered access and control over their investments.

Arbitrium and Ethereum Integration

A significant step forward for the Davos Protocol is the integration of sDUSD into the Ethereum and Arbitrum networks. This is a calculated move that increases the utility and accessibility of sDUSD while also taking advantage of these major networks.

Users can now leverage the scalability of Arbitrium and Ethereum to engage with sDUSD, enabling unique savings strategies in the Defi space.

Redefining Cross-Chain Transactions

Central to the Davos Protocol's ecosystem is its state-of-the-art cross-chain bridge, designed to optimize the efficiency of DUSD transactions across different blockchains. By using a cost-effective "burn-and-mint" mechanism, this bridge raises the bar for secure and simple asset transfers.

In addition to participating in our DUSD Savings Rate in multiple blockchains and maximizing their yield rates, our users can also profit from cross-chain arbitrage opportunities.

Because our stablecoin leverages reward-yielding assets from multiple lending protocols, as traders capitalize on variations in the price of DUSD, they inadvertently help maintain its peg to the U.S. Dollar.

Upcoming Integrations and Collaborations

Stablecoins based on Collateralized Debt Position (CDP) offer users a streamlined approach to enhance capital efficiency.

This method serves as a straightforward and efficient strategy for both safeguarding and maximizing your investment portfolio, regardless if prices move to the upside or the downside. CDP-based stablecoins minimize the exposure to risk, reducing costs and risk when compared to perpetuals and other financial derivatives.

Looking ahead, Davos Protocol is thrilled to preview upcoming integrations with top DeFi platforms, such as rsETH from KelpDAO, weETH from EtherFI, and ezETH from Renzo on both Arbitrum and Ethereum.

These collaborations have the potential to increase the available earning opportunities and bolster the stablecoin's standing as a flexible and profitable option in the DeFi market.

Moving forward, Davos Protocol remains dedicated to enhancing the DeFi ecosystem with solutions that meet our users' rapidly evolving requirements. Take part in DUSD, welcoming the financial future that combines innovation and stability.