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aUSDC vs C1USD
Side-by-side Trust Score comparison based on the RWTS Rating methodology. Six dimensions of structural trust, scored independently.
Higher Score
Aave V3 USDC
aUSDC
74T3
Trust Score
74
APY
3.24%
TVL
$4.80B
Currency One USD
C1USD
71T2
Trust Score
71
APY
7.50%
TVL
$2.87B
Dimension Comparison
| Dimension | aUSDC | C1USD | Max | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asset Backing | 14 | 18+4 | 25 | C1USD |
| Proof of Reserves | 16+4 | 12 | 20 | aUSDC |
| Redeemability | 12 | 12 | 15 | Tied |
| Audit & Security | 15+6 | 9 | 15 | aUSDC |
| Regulatory Standing | 7 | 15+8 | 15 | C1USD |
| Track Record | 10+5 | 5 | 10 | aUSDC |
| Total | 74 | 71 | 100 | aUSDC+3 |
Key Facts
| Attribute | aUSDC | C1USD |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T3: Secured DeFi | T2: Treasury & Fiat-Backed |
| Chain | Multi-chain | Ethereum |
| Risk Level | Low | Low |
| Backing | USDC supplied to Aave V3 overcollateralized lending pool | 1:1 USD (regulated financial institutions, insurance wrapper) |
| Protocol | Aave | Kinesis Money |
| Lock-up | None (instant withdraw when pool liquidity available) | None |
| Audited | Yes | Yes |
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This comparison is based on the RWTS Trust Score framework and is not financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold either asset. Always conduct your own due diligence.