The platform introduces R2USD, a stablecoin backed by tokenized U.S. Treasuries, money market strategies, and rental income from real estate. It’s a bold step in bridging the gap between decentralized finance (DeFi) and traditional yield-generating assets.
The testnet invites users to mint R2USD, stake it for rewards, and participate in interactive quests through Galxe and Intract. These activities earn testnet points that may lead to future incentives. With the mainnet launch set for Q2-2025, R2 is offering early adopters a front-row seat to test and shape a new era of stablecoin utility.
Real-World Yield Meets Blockchain Efficiency
Stablecoins have become a cornerstone of crypto, with over $150 billion in total market cap across the sector. But most stablecoins—like USDT and USDC—don’t directly generate yield for users. R2 changes that by backing R2USD with real-world assets (RWA), including on-chain tokenized U.S. Treasuries and income-producing real estate.
By tapping into yield-bearing strategies traditionally only available to institutions, R2 allows users to passively earn without leaving the safety of a stable asset. This model reflects a growing trend in DeFi: connecting blockchain-based tools to traditional markets. A recent example is Ondo Finance, which launched OUSG—a token backed by U.S. Treasuries—that quickly gained traction among DeFi treasuries seeking low-risk returns.
👀BrickBank → R2
New name. Bigger mission.We’re building the next-gen #stablecoin yield protocol, powered by #RWA, #TradFi, and #DeFi.
Good things take time. Stay tuned for R2USD and the Testnet launch coming in early April.
🌐 Explore the new site: https://t.co/RPPCGEFIhE… pic.twitter.com/wu92IO4vok
— R2 Community (@r2yield) March 31, 2025
R2USD offers a similar experience but with greater accessibility and community incentives during the testnet. The protocol is also designed to comply with key regulatory standards, aiming to strike the right balance between decentralization and institutional-grade stability.
More About Stablecoins
Polygon’s payment ecosystem is experiencing significant growth, with users conducting between 8 million and 10 million peer-to-peer transactions monthly. The majority of these transactions fall within the $1–$50 and $50–$500 ranges, indicating a strong presence of everyday, retail-level activity.
. @0xPolygon payments on fire right now 🔥
Users do 8m to 10m p2p transactions per month. The main amount groups are $1-$50 and $50-$500. This is often due to the use of $USDC / $USDT on crypto cards and onramp.
Read below about my experience with $USDC crypto cards 👇 pic.twitter.com/glSb5PnoQa
— Alex (@obchakevich_) April 17, 2025
This surge is largely attributed to the increasing use of stablecoins like USDC and USDT on crypto payment cards and onramp platforms, which offer users a seamless and cost-effective way to engage in digital transactions. Polygon’s low transaction fees and scalability make it an attractive network for these types of payments, positioning it as a leading platform for practical, real-world crypto usage.
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