What is an Initial Stablecoin Offering?

An Initial Stablecoin Offering (ISO) is a new fundraising mechanism pioneered by SAGE. It combines the best aspects of traditional fundraising methods while eliminating their drawbacks, creating a win-win situation for both the project and its supporters.

The ISO is a democratized fundraising mechanism like ICOs where everyone can participate, but without the downside risk as participants hold a regulated stablecoin that can be redeemed at any time.

How the ISO Works

1

Stablecoin Creation

SAGEUSD, a regulated USD-backed stablecoin, is created with a 1:1 backing of US dollars

2

User Participation

Users acquire SAGEUSD through various channels, holding it in their own wallets

3

Reserve Management

The USD reserves backing SAGEUSD are managed to generate yield

4

Yield Allocation

The yield generated from the reserves is used to fund the development of the SAGE world computer

5

Points Program

Holders and LP providers earn points that will convert to $SAGE tokens when the network launches

Comparing Fundraising Methods

Professional investors with expertise
Strategic guidance and connections
Limited to accredited investors
Misaligned incentives between VCs and users

Key Benefits of the ISO

Zero Risk for Participants

Participants hold a stable asset that can be redeemed at any time

Democratized Access

Anyone can participate, not just accredited investors

Sustainable Funding

Yield from reserves provides ongoing funding for development

Regulatory Compliance

Operates within regulatory frameworks to ensure legal compliance

Community Building

Creates a community of supporters aligned with the project’s success

The Vision for ISO

The ISO represents a paradigm shift in how projects are funded and how communities are built:

The ISO model pioneered by SAGE has the potential to revolutionize how projects are funded, creating a more equitable, sustainable, and accessible ecosystem for all participants.

Ready to learn more about how the ISO works in practice? Explore the ISO mechanism and ISO benefits documentation.