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While the crypto world buzzes about the upcoming Monad airdrop, savvy DeFi users are quietly stacking yields in Monad's ecosystem. If you're holding BTC and looking for real returns without the meme coin volatility, Monad's integration with Curve Finance offers some of the juiciest opportunities right now. We're talking up to 15% APR on BTC liquidity pools, backed by heavy subsidies from Monad's native MON token.
As a quick refresher for newcomers: Curve Finance is a decentralized exchange (DEX) powerhouse for stablecoin and low-slippage swaps, now live on Monad—a high-performance layer-1 blockchain designed for blazing-fast transactions. Monad's aggressive incentive program is flooding these pools with rewards to bootstrap liquidity early, but with TVLs still in the low millions, there's prime positioning before the rush.
Let's break down the standout pools highlighted in recent analysis from DeFi expert Edgy at The DeFi Edge. These aren't just numbers on a dashboard—they're actionable plays for BTC holders and stablecoin farmers.
The Bitcoin Converter Pool: 15% APR for Your BTC
This is the gem for Bitcoin maximalists. The Bitcoin Converter pool on Curve's Monad deployment lets you provide liquidity using:
- WBTC (Wrapped Bitcoin)
- LBTC (Lombard's yield-bearing BTC, which already accrues staking rewards)
- BTC.b (Bridged BTC from Avalanche, recently snapped up by Lombard)
Key Stats:
- APR: Around 13-15% (boostable with external incentives)
- TVL: Just $2.3 million—low enough for minimal dilution but high enough for stability
- Daily Incentives: 30,000 MON tokens distributed per day
Why it works: Monad is pouring MON rewards into this pool via Merkl, Curve's go-to platform for targeted incentives. This means your BTC isn't just sitting idle; it's earning compounded yields from both trading fees and MON airdrops. Pro tip: If you're bridging from Avalanche, watch gas fees—Lombard's acquisition smooths that out nicely.
Early dilution is a risk as TVL grows (one commenter noted it "hits fast once attention arrives"), so front-run the airdrop crowd by depositing now.
AZND/AUSD Pool: 30%+ APR for Stablecoin Enthusiasts
For those dipping into stables, the AZND/AUSD pair is a high-reward outlier:
- APR: 30%+ (thanks to perceived risk premiums)
- TVL: $4.7 million
AZND is a newer, "exotic" stablecoin variant, which juices the yields but adds smart contract and peg stability questions. Pair it with AUSD for balanced exposure. Again, MON subsidies keep the rewards flowing—claim them on Merkl to avoid missing out.
Other Notables: Diversify Your Yield Farm
Don't sleep on these:
- 3pool (AUSD/USDC/USDT): Solid 7% APR at $4.28M TVL—perfect for conservative stable farming.
- loAZND/AZND: 9.34% APR, $2.87M TVL—leverages liquid staking for extra kick.
- MON LSTs (wMON/shMON/sMON/gMON): A whopping 49.9% APR on $1.4M TVL. If you're bullish on Monad's token, this is your LST (liquid staking token) playground.
| Pool | Composition | APR | TVL | Incentives |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AZND/AUSD | AZND + AUSD | 13.79% | $4.7M | MON rewards |
| 3pool | AUSD + USDC + USDT | 6.99% | $4.28M | Base fees |
| loAZND/AZND | loAZND + AZND | 9.34% | $2.87M | MON boosts |
| Bitcoin Converter | WBTC + LBTC + BTC.b | 13.01% | $2.3M | 30k MON/day |
| MON LSTs | wMON + shMON + sMON + gMON | 49.9% | $1.4M | High-risk/high-reward |
Risks and How to Get Started
High yields come with caveats—smart contract audits on Monad are fresh, and MON's value could swing post-airdrop. Always DYOR (do your own research) and start small. Impermanent loss in BTC pools is low due to Curve's stablecoin focus, but monitor for peg breaks.
To dive in:
- Bridge your assets to Monad (use official bridges for security).
- Head to Curve on Monad.
- Deposit into your chosen pool.
- Claim MON rewards via Merkl.
Monad's playbook here is straight out of DeFi 101: Pay big to attract liquidity, then let network effects take over. With the airdrop narrative heating up, these yields could evaporate fast. If you're a BTC holder tired of sub-5% TradFi rates, this is your wake-up call.
What pools are you farming on Monad? Drop your thoughts in the comments—we're building the ultimate meme token knowledge base at Meme Insider, but even "serious" DeFi like this has that viral edge. Stay edgy.
