As stablecoins begin to launch their own blockchains, does Ethereum still have a competitive edge?

9/17/2025, 9:29:28 AM

Intermediate

Stablecoin issuers are advancing toward building dedicated blockchains, as projects like Circle Arc, Stripe Tempo, and Tether Stable transform the payments and settlement ecosystem. This article offers a comprehensive analysis of the features of stablecoin blockchains, key development trajectories, the implications for general-purpose blockchains like Ethereum, as well as potential strategies for retail investors. This article uncovers the foundational narrative and opportunities driving the next bull market.

Stablecoin-Focused Public Blockchains: Evolving into the Settlement Layer
Five Leading Chains Pioneer Distinct Strategies
Different Origins, Common Direction
The Rise of Stablecoin Chains: Transforming the Public Chain Ecosystem
Insights for Retail Investors: Key Opportunities
Final Thoughts

Content

Stablecoin Blockchains: The New Settlement Layer

Five Flagship Projects, Five Distinct Paths

Different Approaches, Shared Goals

How Stablecoin Chains Are Shaping the Future of Public Blockchains

Retail Users: What Are the Entry Points?

Conclusion

Crypto Calendar

Project Updates

Coinbase will upgrade all MATIC tokens to POL from October 14 to 17, and during the migration period, rewards for staking MATIC will not accumulate.

POL

-1.74%

2025-10-14

Hackathon

Pi Network has officially launched Pi Hackathon 2025, marking its first major developer challenge following the debut of the Open Network. This hackathon invites developers to design and launch Pi-powered applications that deliver real-world utility and help evolve the ecosystem—with a total prize pool of 160,000 Pi. Building on the innovation momentum from Pi2Day 2025, the competition encourages a broad range of utility-driven ideas, from daily-use tools to entirely new app concepts. All submissions must meet the Mainnet Listing Requirements and provide tangible value to the Pi community. Incentives & Prizes: 1st Place: 75,000 Pi 2nd Place: 45,000 Pi 3rd Place: 15,000 Pi Up to 5 Honorable Mentions: 5,000 Pi each Key Dates: August 15: Registration opens and team formation begins August 21: Hackathon officially starts September 19: Midpoint check-in (optional, but may yield mentorship and exposure) October 15: Final submissions due, including app listing and demo video Developers are encouraged to leverage Pi App Studio, Brainstorm, the Developer Portal, and open-source resources (PiOS), as well as AI tools, to build and refine their ideas.

-9.11%

2025-10-14

Hackathon

Starknet announced the start of the Re{solve} Hackathon on September 15, running for one month with a prize pool of over $50,000. Participants are encouraged to build practical solutions, bring them to production, and compete for rewards.

STRK

-2.42%

2025-10-14

127MM Token Unlock

Starknet unlocks tokens at 12 AM UTC.

STRK

-2.42%

2025-10-14

Tokens Unlock

Sei will unlock 55,560,000 SEI tokens on October 15th, constituting approximately 1,15% of the currently circulating supply.

SEI

-2.22%

2025-10-14

Beginner

In-depth Explanation of Yala: Building a Modular DeFi Yield Aggregator with $YU Stablecoin as a Medium

Yala inherits the security and decentralization of Bitcoin while using a modular protocol framework with the $YU stablecoin as a medium of exchange and store of value. It seamlessly connects Bitcoin with major ecosystems, allowing Bitcoin holders to earn yield from various DeFi protocols.

11/29/2024, 10:10:11 AM

Beginner

What is Stablecoin?

A stablecoin is a cryptocurrency with a stable price, which is often pegged to a legal tender in the real world. Take USDT, currently the most commonly used stablecoin, for example, USDT is pegged to the US dollar, with 1 USDT = 1 USD.

12/16/2022, 9:13:56 AM

Intermediate

Top 15 Stablecoins

The stablecoin landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by innovation, regulatory changes, and market demand. Each of the top 15 stablecoins analyzed offers unique features, pegging mechanisms, and reserve reports. From Tether's increasing market dominance to the decentralized governance of DAI and the hybrid model of FRAX.

9/22/2024, 2:01:27 PM

Intermediate

A Complete Overview of Stablecoin Yield Strategies

This article explores stablecoins, covering their concepts, types, and investment strategies. It examines the main categories of stablecoins—fiat-collateralized, crypto-collateralized, algorithmic, and commodity-collateralized—and analyzes various investment approaches, from liquidity mining to automated yield optimization and compound rewards. The article also addresses critical risk factors in stablecoin investment, including platform risks, interest rate fluctuations, and liquidity concerns. By offering specific risk prevention strategies and investment optimization techniques, it serves as a comprehensive guide for stablecoin market investors.

1/16/2025, 3:22:54 PM

Intermediate

Stripe’s $1.1 Billion Acquisition of Bridge.xyz: The Strategic Reasoning Behind the Industry’s Biggest Deal.

Stripe’s $1.1 billion acquisition of Bridge.xyz, a provider of stablecoin API services, signals the growing importance of stablecoins in global finance. This article explores the rapid growth of stablecoins, examines Bridge’s business model, and discusses Stripe’s acquisition strategy. It also highlights the potential of stablecoins for use beyond crypto, including remittances, cross-border payments, payroll, trade, and merchant settlements.

10/29/2024, 3:30:56 PM

Beginner

What Is USDT0

USDT0 is an innovative stablecoin. In this article, we explain how it works, its key features, technical benefits, and compare it with the traditional USDT, as well as discuss the challenges it faces.

2/19/2025, 10:08:16 AM

Start Now

$100

Voucher!

As stablecoins begin to launch their own blockchains, does Ethereum still have a competitive edge?

Related Articles