Usual Protocol is redefining decentralized finance with its Yield Discovery Phase. Say goodbye to outdated reward systems and hello to daily transparency, ownership, and potential.
TL;DR:
Earn Your First USUAL Tokens in the New Yield Discovery Era
Why It Matters?
Usual Protocol is redefining decentralized finance with its Yield Discovery Phase—your chance to earn $USUAL tokens tied directly to protocol growth and real revenue. Say goodbye to outdated reward systems and hello to daily transparency, ownership, and potential.
What’s Happening Now?
Your $USUAL tokens are already accumulating daily in the dApp based on your USD0++ holdings, as part of the Discovery Phase running until mid-December, culminating in the airdrop claim event. More than just a token, $USUAL is directly tied to protocol revenue, offering staking rewards and governance rights, ensuring real value and sustainable growth.
Key Dates
Now – Mid-December: Watch rewards accumulate and check your integrations.
Early December: Verify your airdrop eligibility with the airdrop checker.
Mid-December: Claim your $USUAL tokens and unlock the benefits of decentralized ownership.
Why $USUAL Stands Out
$USUAL is a community-first token, with 90% of its supply allocated to users, ensuring no VC dominance. It is directly backed by protocol cash flows, aligning token value with sustainable growth. By staking $USUAL, holders can activate governance rights and earn additional rewards, reinforcing their role in the protocol’s success.
Goodbye Pills, Hello $USUAL
In July, we made a promise. Now, it’s time to break free from the matrix and embark on your journey with Usual’s Yield Discovery Phase. Gone are the days of point-based systems and recurring seasons that forced your hand. Usual Protocol introduces transparency and daily distribution, granting our community ownership of the protocol and connecting users to future growth through our revenue-based token backed by real yield. Time is money, but at Usual, time is also Ownership!
The Yield Discovery Phase is a pivotal pre-airdrop stage where you can earn your first $USUAL rewards while exploring the mechanics of the distribution system and discovering the potential of a token tied directly to real revenue. For the next 20 days, this ignition phase offers you the chance to watch your rewards accumulate independently from the airdrop allocations. It’s an opportunity to get a head start and experience the power of owning a stake in the future of decentralized finance. Your $USUAL tokens will now begin accumulating daily, preparing you for the highly anticipated claim event in mid-December.
This is your moment to seize the future. Let’s rewrite what financial freedom means—together.
Welcome to the Yield Discovery Era.
Welcome to Usual.
Yield Discovery Phase Timeline
Get ready to experience the next chapter of decentralized finance with Usual Protocol. Here’s everything you need to know about the Yield Discovery Phase and how to maximize your rewards leading up to the big moment in mid-December.
Timeline
November 27th – Mid-December 2024
Track Your Rewards: Watch your USUAL tokens start accumulating daily in the dApp, based on your holdings. Run the numbers and see the real potential of a token designed to grow with the protocol. There’s no reason to get out!
Check Your Integrations: Double-check that your wallets and integrations are ready. Certain integrations won’t be getting $USUAL rewards immediately. New integrations will be rolled out in the coming days to enhance the composability of USD0++, Usual’s liquid staking token (LST). All USD0++ tokens are entitled to USUAL rewards based on the holding contract address. The Usual team is actively working to integrate and collaborate with as many protocols as possible.
Early December 2024
Prepare for the Airdrop checker: Verify your pills and check your eligibility for the USUAL token airdrop. This is your chance to secure ownership of your share in the protocol.
Fine-Tune Your Strategy: With your integrations live and your eligibility confirmed, position yourself for optimal rewards.
Mid-December 2024
Claim Your $USUAL: The wait is over. Claim your airdrop rewards and receive your $USUAL tokens, earned by participating in the pre-launch campaign. This is the moment where your early participation pays off and you join the next wave of decentralized ownership.
Stake Your $USUAL: $USUAL tokens will become fully liquid, giving you the flexibility to manage and maximize your holdings. But that’s not all. By staking your $USUAL, you’ll unlock the full range of benefits and activate your protocol rights.
What’s New?
Usual Protocol enters a bold new chapter, bringing you fresh tools, streamlined processes, and a deeper connection to the protocol’s growth. Here’s everything you need to know about what’s new:
New Phase, New dApp
Our dApp has been completely overhauled with a focus on perfecting the UX and preparing for the game-changing introduction of the $USUAL token.
Track Your Rewards: Easily monitor your $USUAL rewards and follow the transparent daily distribution process.
Swap & Stake Made Simple: A brand-new system for swapping and staking ensures that your day-to-day interactions with the protocol are effortless and efficient.
Understand the power of $USUAL by exploring its yield metrics. Observe the potential USD0 that could be generated if the fee switch is activated, and start estimating the potential staking rewards.
Goodbye Pills, Hello $USUAL
The pill system is gone. In its place, we’re introducing the daily distribution of $USUAL rewards, the next step in decentralizing protocol ownership.
Challenge the System: A one-week verification period allows everyone in the community to challenge the upcoming distribution, ensuring full transparency and fairness.
Transparent Ownership: Your $USUAL rewards reflect the value you bring to the protocol, building trust and empowering the community. Time is ownership!
New Tokenomics & Whitepaper Launch
The $USUAL token is directly tied to the protocol’s revenue, ensuring that token inflation remains lower than revenue growth.
Emission Mechanism: The new mechanism aligns token issuance with real revenue, making $USUAL a sustainable, growth-focused asset.
Whitepaper Release: Dive into the details of the $USUAL tokenomics, distribution, and vision in our comprehensive whitepaper—available now.
Usual Is Redefining DeFi Ownership.
Let’s Become Blackrock Together!
Tired of tokens with no real value? Usual Protocol is rewriting the rules by combining ownership and revenue sharing into one revolutionary system. With the USUAL token, you gain access to both yield generation and growth potential, unlike traditional stablecoins or yield-bearing assets.
Balanced Emission Model: 90% of $USUAL tokens are distributed to contributors, with no VC dominance. Emissions are tied to real cash flows, ensuring sustainable growth without excessive inflation.
Direct Value Through Revenue: USUAL holders have direct rights to the protocol’s treasury and earn as TVL increases, aligning token value with protocol success.
Designed for Long-Term Ownership: A front-loaded but disinflationary issuance model rewards early adopters while protecting value for long-term holders.
Utility That Empowers: Stake $USUAL to unlock governance rights, influence treasury decisions, and guide protocol liquidity through gauge voting. Liquid staking options, including early unstaking by burning rewards, will enhance flexibility starting Q1 2025.
Why Usual Stands Out: By rewarding participation and aligning incentives, Usual is creating a decentralized BlackRock—empowering users to benefit from both the protocol’s revenue and its growth. It’s more than just a token; it’s a movement toward sustainable financial freedom.
For more information, you can refer to the following article, as well as the GitBook, and for further details, the whitepaper.
Discovery Yield Phase FAQ
Where can I see my $USUAL tokens? You can view your rewards accumulating in real time on the Home page or in the Earn section of the dApp. A detailed breakdown of all your positions will be fully tracked and updated in the coming days.
Why can’t I claim my $USUAL tokens yet? That’s normal! We are currently in the Discovery Phase, which lasts for around 20 days. During this period, your $USUAL tokens will accumulate in your dApp daily. The claim functionality will be enabled alongside the airdrop event in mid-December. Get ready to collect your first $USUAL soon!
Where can I see the Pills I’ve earned? Your Pills are visible in the dApp. For retroactive integrations not available before the launch, the actual figures will be updated when the airdrop checker is published in early December. If there’s an issue or discrepancy, a claim review process will open, allowing you to address any concerns.
How does the distribution work? $USUAL tokens are distributed daily through a regular epoch system. Each epoch is followed by a one-week verification period, allowing users to review the distribution’s accuracy. Tracking rewards on-chain can sometimes be complex, but this transparent verification process ensures the published data is as rigorous and accurate as possible.
What does “untracked” mean? Some previous integrations may not yet be included day one in the $USUAL distribution. Our team is actively working to expand compatibility, particularly for USD0++ LST, to ensure it integrates seamlessly with a wide range of DeFi protocols. If you notice any issues or have suggestions for protocols where USD0++ should be compatible, don’t hesitate to reach out!
Still have questions? We’re here to help. Contact us through the dApp or our community channels for further assistance.
