Asset Listing

Each asset—whether a standard token, an LP token, or part of a new protocol integration—must undergo careful evaluation before being added to Mars Protocol.

This process ensures that only liquid, well-governed, and secure assets are supported for lending, borrowing, or use as collateral.

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Evaluation Criteria

1. Technical and Centralization Risks

• Security of underlying smart contracts

• Protocol governance and upgradeability

• Oracle pricing infrastructure

• Bridging mechanisms (if applicable)

2. Asset Type Considerations

Mars applies tailored rules depending on asset class:

• Single Tokens

• Examples: dNTRN, USDC, TIA

• Assessed for price stability, market depth, and liquidity

• LP Tokens

• Examples: NTRN-USDC LP, dTIA-USDC LP

• Evaluated for impermanent loss exposure, dual-asset correlation, and DEX mechanics

LP tokens may have lower LTVs due to IL risk and more complex price dynamics.

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Impermanent Loss & LP Tokens

Because LP tokens are subject to impermanent loss (IL)—especially during volatile market movements - the Mars framework may impose:

• Lower maximum LTVs

• Higher collateral thresholds for liquidation

• Stricter caps on borrowable amounts

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Final Approval

After both evaluation phases, final parameters are defined, including:

• Loan-to-Value (LTV) Ratio

• Borrow and Deposit Caps

• Liquidation Thresholds

• Supported Use Cases (collateral, borrowing, lending)

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All asset listings are governed by the Mars Protocol DAO, ensuring decentralized, community-led risk management aligned with Mars Protocol's mission of secure, composable DeFi infrastructure.

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