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Reserve v1
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About Reserve v1

Reserve v1 (RSVV1) was the initial contract version of the Reserve stablecoin, providing a USD-pegged stable asset for transactions, savings protection, and DeFi applications. While it lacked features like meta-transactions, it served as the foundation for the Reserve Protocol's subsequent developments.

Reserve v1 (RSVV1) refers to the first contract version of the Reserve (RSV) stablecoin. Like its successor, RSVV1 was an ERC-20 token designed to maintain a 1:1 peg with the US dollar. It served as the initial implementation of the Reserve Protocol's vision of a decentralised, asset-backed stablecoin aimed at providing financial stability in regions experiencing economic challenges.

RSVV1 was primarily used for:

  • Stable Transactions: As a stablecoin, RSVV1 facilitated reliable transactions without the volatility associated with traditional cryptocurrencies.
  • Savings Protection: It enabled users to hedge against inflation by converting volatile local currencies into a stable digital asset.
  • Integration in DeFi Ecosystems: RSVV1 was utilised as a stable asset within DeFi applications for lending, borrowing, and liquidity provision.

However, unlike its upgraded version, RSVV1 lacked support for advanced features such as meta-transactions, which limited its usability in certain decentralised applications.


RSVV1 was created by the Reserve team, co-founded by Nevin Freeman (CEO) and Matt Elder (CTO). The initial version laid the groundwork for the Reserve Protocol's later innovations, with backing from notable investors like Peter Thiel and Sam Altman.

The transition from RSVV1 to the updated RSV contract occurred in July 2020. The migration introduced support for meta-transactions, enabling users to make on-chain RSV payments without the need for Ether (ETH) as gas. This update improved the user experience and extended the functionality of the Reserve ecosystem. The migration process was seamless, with exchanges and wallets updating to the new contract address, ensuring RSVV1 holders' funds remained secure.

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