Is this a stablecoin like USDC or Tether?
No. USDEC is not auto-redeemable or managed by a centralized issuer. It’s a 1:1 USDC-backed stablecoin that earns yield via Arcadia’s vault. Redemptions open after 30 days. Mint once, earn passively — no staking required.
How does USDEC earn yield?
When you mint USDEC, your USDC is deposited into Arcadia’s vaults on the Base blockchain. These vaults provide liquidity to margin traders, generating variable APY — often higher than typical DeFi staking, without requiring any action from you.