Reserve

Reserve

Decentralized stablecoins via asset-backed RTokens

Overview

Reserve Protocol on Ethereum creates asset-backed stablecoins called RTokens that stay stable by being collateralized with a diverse basket of assets. It works by earning yields from those assets, which are distributed to RSR token holders who govern the protocol and provide a backstop in case collateral underperforms; the system is open-source and allows anyone to create or use RTokens. It differs from many stablecoins by using a basket-based, asset-backed approach with on-chain governance by RSR holders and a backstop mechanism, all within a decentralized framework aimed at markets with currency instability. The goal is to provide a stable medium of exchange and store of value that can resist hyperinflation and support DeFi in devalued economies, moving toward full decentralization.

About Reserve

Simplify's Rating
Why Reserve is rated
C+
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Fintech

Crypto & Web3

Financial Services

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$5M

Headquarters

Oakland, California

Founded

2017

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What believers are saying

  • CMC20 on BNB Chain gives Reserve distribution through PancakeSwap and CoinMarketCap.
  • Reserve reported 4+ security audits, a $10M bug bounty, and billions processed.
  • January 2026 discussions included pausing RSR unlocks and funding nine DTFs aggressively.

What critics are saying

  • RSR unlock controversy in January 2026 exposed investor distrust and dilution pressure.
  • Reserve's revenue depends on speculative DeFi adoption; weak volumes crush fees quickly.
  • A failed DTF launch or exploit would wreck trust and kill Reserve's brand.

What makes Reserve unique

  • Reserve powers CMC20, CoinMarketCap's first DeFi-native index token, launched November 17, 2025.
  • Reserve lets anyone mint and redeem DTFs permissionlessly onchain through its protocol.
  • Reserve combines asset-backed currencies with index products, spanning stablecoins and token baskets.

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Funding

Total Funding

$5M

Below

Industry Average

Funded Over

2 Rounds

Series A funding typically happens when a startup has a product and some customers, and now needs funding to scale. This money is usually used to grow the team, expand marketing, and improve the product. Venture capital firms are frequently the main investors here.
Series A Funding Comparison
Below Average

Industry standards

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$5M
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$8.2M
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Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

2%
CaptainAltcoin
Nov 17th, 2025
CoinMarketCap and Reserve Unveil CMC20, the First DeFi-Native Tradable Crypto Index Token on BNB Chain

CoinMarketCap and Reserve unveil CMC20, the first defi-native tradable crypto index token on BNB Chain. NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - CoinMarketCap, the world's leading cryptocurrency data platform, today announced CoinMarketCap 20 DTF (CMC20), the first DeFi-enabled tradable crypto index token on BNB Chain. Built on Reserve, a platform for creating Decentralized Token Folios (DTFs), onchain portfolios that bundle multiple crypto assets into a single token, CMC20 tracks the top 20 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization, giving retail and institutional investors a simple, single-trade way to access diversified crypto market exposure. Deployed by Lista DAO, CMC20 combines the transparency of DeFi with the characteristics of traditional institutional-grade indexes. As the first tradable index token native to BNB Chain, CMC20 brings sophisticated portfolio exposure tools to one of crypto's largest ecosystems. The token enables permissionless 24/7 minting and redemption, while supporting spot listings across CEXs, DEXs, wallets & platforms, futures tracking, and integration into advanced trading strategies. "The crypto market has over 27 million tokens, with 50,000 new launches daily. Investors need what traditional markets have had for decades - a clear, investable benchmark," said Rush Luton, CEO of CoinMarketCap. "CMC20 serves as crypto's version to the S&P 500, delivering diversified exposure to crypto's largest, most liquid assets in a single trade, backed by transparent methodology and permissionless infrastructure. By partnering with Reserve and Lista DAO to launch the first index token on BNB Chain, CMC20 brings institutional-grade products to one of the world's most active blockchain ecosystems." Unlike reference-only indexes, CMC20 is purpose-built for active use across the crypto ecosystem. Monthly rebalancing maintains exposure to the 20 largest cryptocurrencies, excluding stablecoins, wrapped assets, and tokens with limited investability. The methodology captures growth across Layer-1 blockchains, exchange tokens, infrastructure projects, DeFi protocols, and emerging sectors, delivering broader market representation than BTC-ETH-only products. CMC20's DeFi-native architecture on BNB Chain enables use cases unavailable to traditional index products. Institutional investors can incorporate the token into delta-neutral strategies, collateralized lending, and automated portfolio rebalancing. Retail traders benefit from simplified exposure management and lower transaction costs than when manually constructing diversified portfolios. Exchange listings enable both spot trading and derivatives products, while the underlying assets remain verifiable onchain. Reserve's infrastructure ensures transparent collateralization and redemption mechanics. Users can mint CMC20 by depositing the underlying basket of tokens or redeem CMC20 for its constituent assets at any time, maintaining tight tracking to index value. "CMC20 showcases what is unlocked by crypto and Defi infrastructure," said Thomas Mattimore, CEO of ABC Labs and Core Contributor at Reserve. "For the first time, anyone can easily get exposure to market-cap weighted index of the top 20 assets in crypto. This is the blueprint for how next-generation financial products will be built.". CMC20 is launching with full ecosystem support on BNB Chain and is available for trading on PancakeSwap and mintable on the Reserve dapp. CoinMarketCap is actively partnering with DeFi protocols, centralized exchanges, and fintechs to increase CMC20's utility, enabling lending products and yield-generation mechanisms for CMC20 holders and expanding distribution beyond DeFi. For complete index methodology, real-time holdings data, and integration documentation, visit: https://coinmarketcap.com/charts/cmc20/ About CoinMarketCap CoinMarketCap stands as the Home of Crypto. With over 880 million monthly page views and 14 million tracked cryptocurrencies, CoinMarketCap drives the industry forward by organizing and delivering comprehensive crypto intelligence. Major media outlets including Forbes, Bloomberg, CNBC, and The Wall Street Journal, rely on CoinMarketCap as their primary source for crypto data. About Reserve Reserve is a free, permissionless platform to create, own, and govern DTFs (Decentralized Token Folios), index products and asset-backed currencies launched on its protocols. Reserve's mission is to create a more accessible financial system through decentralized index technology, allowing anyone to build and manage token baskets that work like traditional ETFs but with the benefits of blockchain. Lista DAO is the leading BNBFi protocol on BNB Chain, offering overcollateralized decentralized stablecoin (CDP), BNB LST, Lista Lending and innovative solutions that allow users to earn rewards from Binance Launchpool, Megadrop, and HODLer Airdrops. As the first to have DeFi BNB recognized for Binance Launchpool, Lista DAO has achieved a TVL growth of 1,000% year-to-date, reaching $4.5B, making it the biggest protocol on BNB by TVL.

The Tidewater News
Jul 2nd, 2025
Tripleseat Announces Integration with Reserve with Google to Streamline Event Inquiries and Boost Venue Visibility

Tripleseat now integrates with Reserve with Google, allowing venues to capture event leads directly from Google Search and Maps.

Nerra
Oct 8th, 2024
Celebrating 25 Years of the Kachemak Bay Reserve

The day's events also highlighted the Reserve's work with University of South Florida's Ecohydrology Research Group, who has partnered with the Reserve for 20 years to understand the significance of groundwater contributions to the city's reservoir.

Travel Agent Central
Mar 8th, 2024
The Reserve in Portugal's Madeira Adds New Experiences

The Reserve, located within the Savoy Palace in Madeira, has announced new guest experiences.

Chunky Coins
Nov 8th, 2023
OKX Wallet Joins Forces with Reserve Protocol, Offering APR Boost on Staked ETH and ETH+

With Reserve Protocol's latest partnership with the OKX Wallet, both platforms are aiming to offer a plethora of DeFi opportunities to their users, making DeFi more accessible and lucrative.

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