#DoubleRewardsWithGUSD

GUSD + Launchpool: A Forward-Looking Yield Strategy on Gate
Gate’s GUSD is increasingly positioned as more than just a stablecoin—it functions as a yield-bearing, capital-efficient asset designed for users who want stability without sacrificing earning potential. Backed by real-world assets such as U.S. Treasury bonds and stablecoins, GUSD offers a reference yield of around 4.4% APR, distributed daily directly to your spot account. This makes it a strong base asset for users planning medium- to long-term participation on the platform.
Minting GUSD is simple and frictionless. Users can convert USDT or USDC at a 1:1 ratio within Gate, without exposure to price slippage. Once minted, GUSD immediately begins earning yield automatically—no lockups, no manual staking required. Importantly, GUSD remains fully tradable and redeemable back into USDT or USDC at 1:1, offering flexibility alongside yield.
What makes GUSD especially powerful is how it integrates with Gate Launchpool, creating a double-reward structure. Launchpool allows users to stake supported tokens—such as GUSD—into live pools to earn new project tokens as rewards. Your principal remains intact, and in most cases, you can unstake at any time, making it a low-friction way to access early token distributions.
Recent and ongoing Launchpool events have featured GUSD-based pools tied to projects such as $U, $BOT, and $SWTCH. In these pools, users stake GUSD and earn rewards in the respective project tokens. The displayed APRs—sometimes showing figures like 200% to 400%+—are typically the result of short-duration reward emissions combined with limited total staked amounts. These numbers are dynamic and can change quickly as participation increases or as the event progresses.
It’s important to understand how these high APR figures work. Launchpool APRs are event-based estimates, not guaranteed long-term returns. They are calculated based on the current reward rate and total staked funds at that moment. As more users join, the APR naturally adjusts downward. Still, for users who enter early, these pools can significantly enhance overall yield when combined with GUSD’s base APR.
How the Double Rewards Stack Up By holding GUSD, you earn a steady ~4.4% APR from the underlying yield mechanism. When that same GUSD is staked in Launchpool, you earn additional project tokens on top, effectively layering yields without sacrificing liquidity or principal. This structure is particularly attractive for users seeking capital efficiency during sideways or uncertain market conditions.
Before participating, users should keep a few key considerations in mind. Launchpool rewards are paid in project tokens, whose market value can fluctuate after distribution. While your GUSD principal is not exposed to price volatility, the reward tokens are subject to market dynamics. Additionally, high APRs usually reflect short-term opportunities, so timing and awareness of event duration matter.
Looking Ahead As Gate continues to expand its ecosystem, GUSD is likely to remain a core asset for yield strategies, Launchpool participation, and broader platform utilities. For users focused on stable returns plus upside exposure, combining GUSD minting with selective Launchpool events offers a balanced approach—steady income with optional growth.
In volatile markets, strategies that preserve capital while generating yield become increasingly valuable. GUSD paired with Launchpool is one such structure, turning idle stablecoins into an active, multi-layer earning tool—without locking you out of flexibility.
Stay informed, manage expectations, and let structured yield work in your favor.