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KuCoin Introduces KCUSD Yield‑Bearing USD Asset with Up to 6% APR

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KuCoin has launched KCUSD, a new yield‑bearing USD asset that lets users deposit stablecoins such as USDT, USDC, and USDG and receive KCUSD certificates representing their holdings. Holders can earn a standard 4% annual percentage rate (APR) or, during the promotional period, up to 6% APR, while still maintaining liquidity and access to their funds. KCUSD can be used across the KuCoin ecosystem, and eligible users at VIP1 level and above can also leverage margin trading in UTA using their KCUSD positions. The service aims to provide a higher yield alternative for stablecoin holders without locking their assets, though users should consider the promotional nature of the 6% rate and the potential for rate adjustments in the future.

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  1. 1Unclassified fact stationOct 14, 00:00recorded Oct 14, 22:23single source

    KuCoin launches KCUSD yield-bearing USD asset

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    KuCoin Launches KCUSD, A Yield-Bearing USD Asset Offering Up to 6% APR

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    KuCoin introduced KCUSD, a new yield-bearing USD asset allowing users to earn up to 6% APR on stablecoins like USDT, USDC, or USDG, with a 1:1 subscription ratio and no fixed lockup period. KCUSD can be used within the KuCoin ecosystem, including the Unified Trading Account (UTA), where eligible VIP users can use it as trading collateral while still earning base yield. This feature allows capital to potentially serve both as earning asset and trading margin simultaneously.

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