Yield

The Yield module in River allows users to stake satUSD and earn protocol revenue through a liquid, composable token called satUSD+.

This mechanism enables users to capture the value generated across River’s core modules while retaining full flexibility and liquidity.

What Is satUSD Staking ?

satUSD staking is a core function of River's Yield layer.

Users can stake their satUSD, the over-collateralized stablecoin backed by BTC, ETH, BNB, and liquid staking tokens (LSTs), to earn protocol fees generated through CDP operations.

Staked satUSD is converted into satUSD+, a yield-bearing token that accrues revenue over time and can be used across other protocols.

Stake satUSD

What Is satUSD+ ?

satUSD+ is a liquid, ERC-20 token that represents a staked position in satUSD.

It is designed to:

• Accrue protocol revenue automatically

• Be composable with other DeFi protocols (e.g., lending, LP)

• Remain redeemable at any time for the underlying satUSD

Holding satUSD+ means you're passively earning yield from protocol fees — no manual claiming or restaking needed. The value of satUSD+ increases as fees are distributed across the system.

Where Does the Yield Come From?

Yield for satUSD+ comes from protocol-level fees generated through River’s core modules:

• Omni-CDP: Minting, redemption, and liquidation fees

• System-wide usage: satUSD adoption across chains and applications

• Future integrations: Lending markets, partner incentives, and on-chain revenue share mechanisms

There is no inflationary reward model — all yield is backed by real activity within the protocol.