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The M0 Ecosystem

Before diving into building, take your time to grasp how M0 works at a high level.

What is M0?

The M0 platform consists of the M0 protocol, a liquidity delivery layer, and a network of appropriately regulated issuers that enable the creation and operation of so-called stablecoin extensions. M0 provides the foundational layer for building programmable, compliant, and interoperable digital currencies.

The M0 Protocol

The M0 protocol provides the base infrastructure for issuance, redemption, and programmability while allowing builders to define their own parameters for access, compliance, and yield/rewards all on-chain. Each extension operates independently but benefits from shared liquidity, governance, and cross-chain infrastructure within the broader M0 ecosystem. At its core, the M0 protocol offers an on-chain native, immutable foundation for building stable, customizable digital assets that can integrate seamlessly across networks and use cases.

Issuance

M0 has a permissioned network of appropriately regulated entities that mint M0 extensions under strict collateral, compliance, and operational standards. These issuers hold reserves and follow detailed M0 onboarding requirements to ensure safety, consistency, and legal compliance.

Extensions

Extensions are programmable stablecoins built on top of the M0 protocol. Each extension can define its own branding and policies for access control, compliance, and rewards distribution. Builders can tailor extensions to specific use cases, from institutional products with strict KYC requirements to consumer-facing assets with on-chain reward streaming. Extensions can have multiple issuers, and can be designed for seamless interoperability, allowing users and partners to interact across products within a unified framework.

Liquidity Network

M0 provides a shared liquidity delivery system that ensures smooth movement between M0-powered stablecoins and major existing stablecoins (USDC, USDT, etc.). It ensures that anyone using an M0 extension can easily convert into and out of it from other stablecoins across multiple chains.