{"id":"frax-finance","title":"Frax Finance","content":"**The Frax Finance Stablecoin Protocol**, also known as Frax, is a [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin) protocol that issues decentralized stablecoins and contains subprotocols to support them. Frax issues several key assets: [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd), a USD pegged stablecoin (formerly the FRAX stablecoin); the [Frax Price Index](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax-price-index-fpi) (FPI) stablecoin, the first stablecoin pegged to a basket of real-world consumer goods; and [FraxEther](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxeth-frax-ether) (frxETH), a liquid staking derivative token loosely pegged to [ETH](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum). Its liquid staking counterpart, [sfrxETH](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax-ether-frxeth-and-sfrxeth), is an [ERC-4626](https://iq.wiki/wiki/erc-4626) vault token that accrues staking rewards. The ecosystem's central utility and governance token is\\[FRAX (formerly Frax Share or FXS), which serves as the gas token on the [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal) chain. The Frax Protocol also has multiple integrated subprotocols, including [Fraxswap](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxswap), [Fraxlend](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxlend), [Borrow AMM (BAMM)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bamm-borrow-automated-market-maker), Algorithmic Market Operations (AMOs), Fraxferry, and financial instruments like [Frax Bonds (FXB)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax-bonds-fxb) and [Staked Frax USD (sfrxUSD)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/staked-frax-usd). [\\[30\\]](#cite-id-YPy4DECnhsdTQ1nx)​[\\[22\\]](#cite-id-Avf77Sna66) [\\[24\\]](#cite-id-66usUk7IM6ElO0NI)​\n\nThe project began as \"the world's first fractional [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin) with parts of its supply collateralized and parts fractionally stabilized.\" [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-bf6ax035wn8)​[\\[2\\]](#cite-id-0c27pmkbptf7) On February 23rd, 2023, the [Frax](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) Finance community voted to fully collateralize the protocol's native stablecoin [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax).[\\[28\\]](#cite-id-rdfuaquk38s)​\n\nOn November 16, 2020, the testnet was released for early users to experiment with and report bugs. The protocol officially launched on the [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) mainnet on Sunday, December 20, 2020, at 4 pm PST (Monday, December 21, 2020, at 0:00 UTC).[\\[3\\]](#cite-id-e6vooqlubh7)​[\\[4\\]](#cite-id-h0em9lxbuvk)​[\\[25\\]](#cite-id-RNX7qMIkjjFOisjs)​\n\nOne hour after launch the total value locked (TVL) in [Frax](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) Finance was over $43 million. As of Jan 13, 2021, 100 Million [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) tokens had been minted, with a collateral ratio of around 85%.[\\[5\\]](#cite-id-3y670l1vr7f)​\n\nOn January 19, 2021, Frax Finance passed [Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/wrapped-bitcoin-wbtc) to become the 5th most liquid token on [Uniswap](https://iq.wiki/wiki/uniswap) with over $130 million in liquidity.[\\[6\\]](#cite-id-o52jzagc6ca)​\n\nOn February 17, 2021, Frax Finance became the first fractional stablecoin to be listed on [Binance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/binance). [Binance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/binance) listed [Frax](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) Shares in their Innovation Zone with FXS/BTC and FXS/BUSD trading pairs opening on February 18, 2021, 9:00 AM (UTC) and deposits opening earlier.[\\[7\\]](#cite-id-23mmhqzmqt1)​\n\nIn January 2022, Frax Finance expanded its collaboration with [Chainlink](https://iq.wiki/wiki/chainlink) to bring the U.S. CPI data on-chain in support of the [Frax Price Index](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax-price-index-fpi). [\\[11\\]](#cite-id-5nmmyksu3kv)​\n\nOn April 29th, 2025, the North Star update marked a significant update to the Frax ecosystem. As part of this upgrade, the Frax Share (FXS) token was renamed to [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) and designated as the native gas token for the [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal) [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain), replacing [frxETH](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxeth-frax-ether). [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) also became the sole commodity asset used for network security across the ecosystem.\n\n## Overview\n\n### Frax V1\n\nBefore the inception of the Frax Finance protocol, stablecoins were divided into three different categories: fiat collateralized, overcollateralized with [cryptocurrency](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cryptocurrency), and equilibrium. [\\[9\\]](#cite-id-t4peql6thsf)\n\nThe Frax protocol is the first [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin) designed to transition from fully collateralized to varying levels of fractional backing whereby parts of the supply are not backed by any assets but rather minted and bought back by the protocol itself to keep the price of its stablecoin at $1. [\\[8\\]](#cite-id-eh77xclzpa5)\n\nThe protocol is a two-token system encompassing the stablecoin [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) and the [Frax](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) token ([FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax), formerly FXS), which accrues seigniorage revenue, fees, and provides governance rights.\n\nThe project has also announced a third token, the Frax Bonds token (FXB), to be released at a future date as an interest-bearing token representing debt in the system.\n\nThe price of [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd), [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) (formerly FXS), and collateral are all calculated with a time-weighted average price (TWAP) of the [Uniswap](https://iq.wiki/wiki/uniswap) pair price and the ETH:USD [Chainlink](https://iq.wiki/wiki/chainlink) oracle. The [Chainlink](https://iq.wiki/wiki/chainlink) oracle allows the protocol to get the true price of USD instead of an average of stablecoin pools on Uniswap. This allows [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) to stay stable against the United States dollar itself, which provides greater resiliency instead of using a weighted average of existing stablecoins only. [\\[8\\]](#cite-id-eh77xclzpa5)\n\n### Frax V2\n\nFrax V2 expands on the idea of fractional-algorithmic stability by introducing the idea of the \"Algorithmic Market Operations Controller\" (AMO). An AMO module is an autonomous contract(s) that enacts arbitrary monetary policy so long as it does not change the [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) price off its peg. This means that AMO controllers can perform open market operations algorithmically, but they cannot arbitrarily mint [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) out of thin air and break the peg. [\\[10\\]](#cite-id-xczfagb3p5g)\n\n$$widget0 [YOUTUBE@VID](Tsl5geLI_cA)$$\n\n### Frax V3\n\nFrax V3 utilizes AMO smart contracts and permissionless, non-custodial subprotocols as stability mechanisms. The internal subprotocols employed for stability are Fraxlend, a decentralized lending market, and [Fraxswap](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxswap), an automated market maker (AMM) with unique features. As an external stability mechanism, Curve is utilized. Through governance, Frax V3 has the flexibility to seamlessly incorporate future stability mechanisms as they emerge, including additional subprotocols and AMOs. [\\[14\\]](#cite-id-qviex1o7kuc)[\\[15\\]](#cite-id-utm1o4g7rud)\n\n**Full exogenous collateralization of frxUSD:** The protocol strives to maintain a 100% collateralization ratio (CR) at all times. Starting in V3 and after FIP188, the Frax Protocol aims to achieve this by utilizing AMO smart contracts and specific real-world assets held by partner entities approved by the Frax Governance module (frxGov). The CR of [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) stablecoins is calculated based on the value of external collateral held on the Frax balance sheet. This segregated balance sheet serves as collateral to stabilize the market price of [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) stablecoins.[\\[16\\]](#cite-id-9y7wq66aek6)\n\n**Sovereign USD peg:** Once the [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) stablecoin achieves a 100% collateralization ratio (CR), its peg to the USD will be maintained through a combination of [Chainlink](https://iq.wiki/wiki/chainlink) oracles and governance-approved reference rates. If the [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) CR decreases, AMOs (Algorithmic Monetary Officers) and governance should make efforts to restore the CR to 100% and ensure that the price of [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) remains at $1.00, regardless of the prices of other assets like [USDC](https://iq.wiki/wiki/usdc), USDT, or [DAI](https://iq.wiki/wiki/dai).\n\n## Fraxswap\n\n[Fraxswap](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxswap) is the first constant product [automated market maker](https://iq.wiki/wiki/automated-market-maker) with an embedded time-weighted average market maker (TWAMM) designed by [Frax Finance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax-finance). [Fraxswap](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxswap) is mainly used for conducting large trades over long periods trustlessly. In June 2022, the [Frax Finance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax-finance) team announced the launch of [Fraxswap](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxswap). [\\[15\\]](#cite-id-utm1o4g7rud)\n\n## Borrow AMM (BAMM)\n\nThe [Borrow AMM (BAMM)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bamm-borrow-automated-market-maker) is a borrowing and lending protocol built on top of [Fraxswap](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxswap). It allows users to borrow funds to create leveraged positions or rent out liquidity from an existing [Fraxswap](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxswap) pair without relying on external oracles. [\\[10\\]](#cite-id-xczfagb3p5g)\n\n## Fraxtal\n\n[Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal) is an EVM-compatible [layer 2](https://iq.wiki/wiki/layer-2) [rollup](https://iq.wiki/wiki/rollup) chain for [Frax Finance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax-finance), described as a high-performance blockchain optimized for stablecoin scalability and real-time payments. [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal) reduces congestion on [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) using roll-up technology, which bundles transactions off-chain and compresses data before sending it back to [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum). [\\[29\\]](#cite-id-1Dx3qswCXSPEMNlR) In a January 2024 interview, [Sam Kazemian](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sam-kazemian) announced the launch of [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal), with the release scheduled for the first week of February 2024.[\\[17\\]](#cite-id-wyua3m2fn9)[\\[18\\]](#cite-id-gb71rmvvszj)[\\[19\\]](#cite-id-bat5kvkfi96)\n\nThe [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal) L2 blockchain utilizes the ecosystem's native assets. Following the North Star update, the **[FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax)** token (formerly FXS) became the network's native gas token, replacing frxETH. The ecosystem's stablecoins, such as **[frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd)**, are central to the chain's operations. The decentralized stablecoin-focused exchange, [Curve Finance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/curve-finance), has shown its interest in [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal). Curve intends to deploy its exchange functionalities on the new layer 2 blockchain, further solidifying the project's collaborations.[\\[20\\]](#cite-id-29rxlxcn1ck)\n\n## Tokenomics\n\n### **Frax Token (FRAX)**\n\nThe Frax Token (formerly Frax Share, FXS) eschews DAO-like active management similar to [MakerDAO](https://iq.wiki/wiki/makerdao). The design of the protocol is such that [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) (formerly FXS) would be largely deflationary in supply as long as [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) demand grows.\n\nThe token serves as the native gas and base asset of the [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal) [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain). It is issued directly on [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal) [Layer 1](https://iq.wiki/wiki/layer-1) and follows a fixed, immutable emission schedule. Unlike governance tokens, [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) (formerly FXS) is categorized as a commodity asset and is not used for protocol decision-making. While wrapped versions may exist on other chains, its origin and primary function remain native to [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal). Per the [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) (formerly FXS) yearly halvening schedule, the total [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) emissions halve every 12 months, with the first halvening on December 20, 2021.\n\n### **veFRAX (formerly veFXS)**\n\nveFRAX represents locked [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) (formerly FXS), used for governance across the [Frax](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) ecosystem. Users can lock their [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) tokens for a period ranging from 1 week to 208 weeks (4 years), with voting power proportional to the amount staked and the duration of the lock. The veFRAX balance is non-transferable and decreases gradually as the lock period nears expiration.  [\\[23\\]](#cite-id-ENyffea16h)​\n\n## Partnerships\n\nIn January 2022, Frax was introduced as a service on [Ondo Finance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ondo-finance). The partnership will build on [Ondo's](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ondo-finance) Liquidity-as-a-Service offering and enable the use of $FRAX (provided by the protocol itself) as liquidity for token issuers. [\\[11\\]](#cite-id-pnpgkt6e1da)\n\nIn December 2021, [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) partnered with Sacred Finance to bring privacy and stability to [Defi](https://iq.wiki/wiki/defi). The partnership will allow users to lend [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) privately and earn yield privately through Sacred. The same month, the Decentralized 3 Pool went live on [Convex Finance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/convex-finance). This is a triple collaboration between Frax, [Fei Protocol](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fei-protocol), and [Alchemix (ALCX)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/alchemix). The vision is to make the D3 Curve pool the top choice for farming, saving, and holding [decentralized](https://iq.wiki/wiki/decentralized-application) dollar stablecoins. In December, NearPad partnered with [Frax](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) Finance to bring [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) and FXS over to the [Aurora](https://iq.wiki/wiki/aurora) and Near ecosystem. [\\[12\\]](#cite-id-smd0o2fddij)\n\nIn September 2021, [Pangolin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/pangolin) and [Frax](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) Finance collaborated to bring the [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) stablecoin to [Avalanche](https://iq.wiki/wiki/avalanche). With the collaboration, [Pangolin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/pangolin) boosts the availability of stablecoins on the [Avalanche](https://iq.wiki/wiki/avalanche) network for users of [Pangolin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/pangolin) and provides sufficient liquidity in innovative [stablecoins](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin) like Frax. They added reward pools for the [AVAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/avalanche-avax)-[FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) pair and the [AVAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/avalanche-avax)-FXS pair to support liquidity. [\\[13\\]](#cite-id-qq2emt2dz5q)\n\nIn January 2025, Frax Finance introduced a new iteration of its [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin), [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd), in partnership with BlackRock and [Securitize](https://iq.wiki/wiki/securitize). The updated stablecoin is backed by BlackRock’s [USD Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund (BUIDL)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blackrock-buidl) and tokenized by [Securitize](https://iq.wiki/wiki/securitize), a firm registered to provide regulated financial services such as brokerage and asset tokenization. The [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) stablecoin, formerly known as [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax), offers direct fiat redemption and aims to align more closely with U.S. financial compliance standards. As part of the arrangement, [BUIDL](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blackrock-buidl) has become a custodied reserve asset for [minting](https://iq.wiki/wiki/minting) and redeeming [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd), anchoring the [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin) to underlying assets like U.S. Treasury bills, cash, and repurchase agreements.  [\\[21\\]](#cite-id-GoVs52KFGt)\n\n## ATW Partners $50 Million Investment in frxUSD\n\nOn January 14, 2026, Frax announced a strategic initiative with New York-based investment firm ATW Partners and digital asset custodian [BitGo](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bitgo). The partnership includes a commitment from ATW Partners to invest up to $50 million in the [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin), aiming to bridge traditional finance (TradFi) with the DeFi ecosystem. [\\[29\\]](#cite-id-1Dx3qswCXSPEMNlR)\n\n### Investment and Custody Details\n\nUnder the agreement, ATW Partners, via its affiliates and portfolio companies, will deploy the capital into [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd). [BitGo](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bitgo) Bank & Trust will serve as the qualified custodian, holding the [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) on behalf of ATW Partners to provide an institutional-grade security framework. The reserves backing the [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) are supported by tokenized U.S. Treasury exposure through WisdomTree's WTGXX vehicle on the [FraxNet](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxnet) platform. [\\[29\\]](#cite-id-1Dx3qswCXSPEMNlR)\n\n### Strategic Importance\n\nThe collaboration is intended to accelerate the institutional adoption of [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) by providing a secure and compliant entry point for traditional financial entities. The involvement of [BitGo](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bitgo) as a qualified custodian addresses a key requirement for institutional investors by providing security and transparency. A representative from ATW Partners noted the goal is to \"bring institutional participation and new real-world use cases for [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd),\" such as B2B payments. Frax founder [Sam Kazemian](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sam-kazemian) commented that the initiative shows \"how modern financial institutions use stablecoins... unlocking the superior speed and flexibility of stablecoins over traditional finance.\" [\\[29\\]](#cite-id-1Dx3qswCXSPEMNlR)\n\n## Binance Listing and Fraxtal Network Integration\n\nOn January 15, 2026, Frax announced that the cryptocurrency exchange [Binance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/binance) would list its new ecosystem token, [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax), and integrate its proprietary [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal) network. The development was part of [Frax](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax)'s strategy to evolve from a single protocol into a \"full-stack stablecoin operating system.\" [\\[26\\]](#cite-id-n0LzwUi4j4qNj2GG)​\n\n### Token Upgrade: FXS to FRAX\n\nAs part of the announcement, the Frax Shares (FXS) token was upgraded to the new, singular ecosystem token named [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax). [Binance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/binance) committed to managing the migration of all existing FXS positions on its platform to the new [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) token. Frax founder [Sam Kazemian](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sam-kazemian) stated the change was to \"reflect what Frax has become: a scalable stablecoin operating system, not just a single protocol.\" The new [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) token is designed to capture value from the entire Frax ecosystem, including the [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) stablecoin, the [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal) blockchain (which uses [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) for gas fees), and [FraxNet](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxnet), an account-based platform. [\\[26\\]](#cite-id-n0LzwUi4j4qNj2GG)​\n\n### Fraxtal Network Integration\n\n​[Binance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/binance) also added support for [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal), Frax's Ethereum-compatible blockchain. Frax described the integration as a \"vote of confidence\" in the network's quality and long-term utility. [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal) is a high-performance chain designed to serve as the execution and settlement layer for [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) and other stablecoin-related activities, such as payments and treasury management. Kazemian commented that the integration was a \"strong signal that [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal) has meaningful purpose and lasting value.\" [\\[26\\]](#cite-id-n0LzwUi4j4qNj2GG)​\n\n## FXS to FRAX Token Swap on Bybit\n\nOn December 30, 2025, Frax Finance announced an upgrade and rebranding of its governance token, Frax Share (FXS), to a new ecosystem token named Frax ([FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax)). The move was part of a strategic pivot to establish the new [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) token as the native gas token for [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal), the project's [Layer 2](https://iq.wiki/wiki/layer-2) network. The upgrade was intended to position the [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) token at the center of the ecosystem's operations and give holders exposure to the growth of the [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) stablecoin. [\\[27\\]](#cite-id-fELoyNTcXi79opof)​\n\nThe cryptocurrency exchange Bybit announced it would support the migration. Bybit managed the technical aspects of the token swap, automatically converting all user-held FXS tokens to the new [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) token at a 1:1 ratio. The exchange suspended deposits, withdrawals, and trading for FXS on January 6, 2026, and enabled deposits, withdrawals, and spot trading for the new [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax)/USDT pair on January 12, 2026, ensuring a seamless transition for its customers. [\\[28\\]](#cite-id-yOWYTQvIuqKXptKt)​\n\n## Aave V4 Integration\n\nOn April 6, 2026, Frax Finance's [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin), [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd), launched as a default borrowable asset on the [Aave](https://iq.wiki/wiki/aave) V4 protocol. This integration, which made [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) available from the protocol's first day, enhances the [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin)'s utility and liquidity within the DeFi ecosystem. To support the launch, Frax governance approved deploying up to $27.5 million to bolster liquidity for [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) on [Aave](https://iq.wiki/wiki/aave) V4 and its associated [Morpho](https://iq.wiki/wiki/morpho) vaults, as well as to maintain the [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin)'s peg. [\\[31\\]](#cite-id-UeTSCReZ4v4Rk16C)\n\nThe integration leverages [Aave](https://iq.wiki/wiki/aave) V4's \"hub-and-spoke\" architecture, which unifies liquidity across various borrowing environments. Frax founder [Sam Kazemian](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sam-kazemian) described the day-one launch as a \"strong signal of the secureness with which we built [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd),\" while [Aave](https://iq.wiki/wiki/aave) Labs founder Stani Kulechov noted the importance of \"strong [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin) participants\" for DeFi's next phase. [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) is a fully collateralized, fiat-redeemable [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin) backed by real-world assets like tokenized U.S. Treasuries. [\\[31\\]](#cite-id-UeTSCReZ4v4Rk16C)\n\n## Frax 2030 Vision Upgrade\n\nThe Frax ecosystem is undergoing significant changes to strengthen its position as a leader in DeFi. These updates include token ticker changes, the introduction of new infrastructure, and the evolution of Frax’s Layer 2 solution, [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal), to meet the demands of a rapidly advancing blockchain landscape.\n\n### **Token Ticker Changes**\n\n​[Frax](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) is transitioning its flagship stablecoin, [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax), to **frxUSD** immediately after governance approval. This change is more than cosmetic; incorporating “USD” into the name aims to attract the next wave of crypto users by making the stablecoin more accessible and familiar. With a $600M market cap, [frxUSD](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frxusd) will feature advanced capabilities such as direct fiat redemptions through Paxos. Frax also plans to secure access to a US Federal [Reserve](https://iq.wiki/wiki/reserve) Master Account (FMA) via its partner FinresPBC, further enhancing its stability and security. The savings vault product, sFRAX, will transition to sfrxUSD, maintaining its status as one of the best risk-adjusted yield options in DeFi.\n\n​[Meanwhile](https://iq.wiki/wiki/meanwhile), Frax’s governance token, FXS, will be rebranded as **FRAX** with the [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal) North Star Hard [Fork](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fork) in February. This change reflects FXS’s evolution from a share token to the currency of [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal), a top-tier Layer 2 (L2) ecosystem. Until the hard [fork](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fork), FXS will be referred to as \"[FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) fka FXS.\" veFXS will also transition to veFRAX, preserving its governance power and revenue-sharing mechanics.\n\n### **Crypto Strategic Reserve (CSR)**\n\nFrax is establishing an on-chain Crypto Strategic [Reserve](https://iq.wiki/wiki/reserve) (CSR) denominated in BTC and ETH. This [reserve](https://iq.wiki/wiki/reserve) will become one of the largest balance sheets in DeFi, solidifying Frax’s reputation as the “MicroStrategy of DeFi.” The CSR will reside on [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal), directly contributing to the ecosystem's total value locked (TVL) as it grows. Governance by veFRAX stakers will determine the specific weights and mechanics of the CSR, providing transparency and community participation in shaping its future.\n\n### **Frax Burn Engine**\n\nTo ensure long-term value and scarcity, Frax is introducing the **Frax Burn Engine**. This immutable infrastructure will include innovations like the [Frax](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) Name Service (FNS) and EIP1559-style base fees. These mechanisms will actively burn [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) over time, counteracting emissions and increasing its scarcity.\n\n### **Fraxtal North Star Hard Fork**\n\nThe [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal) North Star Hard [Fork](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fork) represents a pivotal moment for the ecosystem, focusing on decentralization, speed, and AI integration. [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal), an Optimistic Rollup inheriting decentralization from [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum), will achieve high-throughput, real-time block processing, positioning it alongside the fastest blockchains like [Sei](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sei) and [Monad](https://iq.wiki/wiki/monad).\n\nThe fork will also introduce AI-specific features, such as \"Proof of Inference\" and the AIVM (Artificial Intelligence Virtual Machine), developed in partnership with IQ.wiki. These capabilities are designed to meet the future demands of blockchain technology, where AI-driven agents are expected to dominate usage.\n\nAs part of the hard fork, the [Fraxtal](https://iq.wiki/wiki/fraxtal) ecosystem will transition from frxETH to [FRAX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/frax) as its gas token. 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