Cicada Finance is a next-generation DeFi platform that aims to balance liquidity and long-term yield through a unique dynamic equilibrium model. To solve the problems of unsustainable yields and market volatility, Cicada introduces the LT-RT Rebalance Mechanism. This system splits assets into two types:
Liquidity Tokens (LT) for instant, tradable liquidity
Rebase Tokens (RT) for compounding, long-term yield
The platform automatically adjusts between LT and RT based on market trends, helping users benefit from both liquidity and sustainable returns.
Cicada also shifts from traditional Liquid Staking Derivatives (LSD) to a more stable and revenue-driven model called Liquid Yield Derivatives (LYD). Unlike LSDs, LYDs focus on real yield from actual sources like mining, protocol revenue, and real-world assets (RWA). This makes Cicada a more reliable and risk-reduced solution for generating passive income in DeFi. With LYD, Cicada Finance offers a smarter, more sustainable way to earn yield while keeping liquidity intact.