This Q&A is intended for partners and counterparties of the
CircleTrade ecosystem. It explains how settlement, CRT, and
USDT function during the current phase.
General Questions
What is CRT?
CRT (CircleTrade Reserve Token) is an internal Treasury reserve
and settlement unit used within the CircleTrade ecosystem.
It is not fiat, not a stablecoin, and not a public payment token.
Can CRT be exchanged directly for USDT?
No. CRT is not redeemable for USDT. USDT liquidity is sourced
externally through partners and counterparties.
Why does CircleTrade not issue USDT?
Because CircleTrade is not a stablecoin issuer. Liquidity discipline
and regulatory boundaries are intentionally maintained.
USDT & Settlement
How are partners paid if materials require USDT?
During the interim phase, USDT is sourced from external liquidity
partners against verified Treasury collateral.
Does CircleTrade guarantee USDT availability?
No guarantees are made. USDT settlement depends on external
counterparties and agreed structures.
Is USDT always required?
No. USDT functions as a bridge. As the barter marketplace expands,
reliance on USDT is expected to decrease.
Governance & Security
Can partner or investor wallets be traded?
No. Partner and investor wallets are strictly segregated and
are never used for trading or liquidity operations.
Who controls settlement decisions?
All settlement and valuation decisions are governed by the
OCeaN Covenant Treasury under covenant-based rules.