Core Principles

This page introduces the 3 core principles of OFD.

1. True Stability Is Built on Trustless Systems — Not Oracles

Reasoning: Traditional stablecoins rely on external oracles to report USD or collateral prices. This introduces risk — from data manipulation, downtime, or centralized control. OFD removes this dependency entirely. Its value is anchored directly to user-supplied collateral, eliminating third-party failure points. The result is a fully decentralized, trustless system where users never rely on external feeds to maintain stability.

By participating in OFD, you join a system that is resistant to centralized control, oracle failure, and off-chain interference.

2. A Decentralized Dollar for Real Financial Freedom

Reasoning: The US dollar is the world’s dominant currency - but stablecoins pegged to it (like USDC or USDT) are often centralized, regulated, and potentially censorable. OFD is a self-sovereign alternative: a USD-stablecoin governed entirely on-chain, without custodians or gatekeepers. This ensures users retain full control over their assets, even in restrictive environments.

OFD offers a stable, accessible currency that preserves your autonomy and reduces exposure to centralized risk. This is financial independence, without the middleman.

3. Collateral Is Power: Your Collateral, Your Control

Reasoning: OFD’s strength comes from its users. The value of OFD is directly backed by user-supplied collateral, and the system’s minting capacity scales with it. Unlike algorithmic or custodial stablecoins, OFD’s growth is a function of collective participation. The more collateral added, the more robust and scalable the system becomes.

When you contribute collateral, you’re not just minting stablecoins, you’re helping to build a decentralized, growing monetary system.