PAPER Staking Explained: Where the USDC Comes From and How Long It Lasts

PAPER staking pays USDC to anyone who locks the PaperTrade token, and every dollar of that USDC comes from other traders losing. Stake PAPER, claim USDC, repeat. Nine days after launch, stakers have claimed more than $52 million. This guide covers how the money flows, what a token earns, and why the number keeps changing. If you need the full platform tour first, start with my PaperTrade review . This post only covers the staking side. What PAPER Is Before You Stake It PAPER is a loss rebate.