#稳定币支付与基础设施 Recently, I’ve been a bit confused about news related to prediction markets. Feels like this sector will be hot in 2026? 🤔

I heard that the World Cup will become a "system-level stress test." What does that mean? It seems to suggest that transaction volume will be particularly high at that time, testing whether platforms can operate stably. I also saw someone say that prediction markets are diverging—some are moving towards financial integration and DeFi leverage, while others are focusing on cultural aspects centered around community interests. This sounds a bit like choosing a track, doesn’t it?

What surprised me the most is that stablecoins seem to be turning into infrastructure here! I used to think stablecoins were just tools for trading, but now even Visa is using USDC for on-chain settlements? It feels like innovations in the payment layer might be much deeper than I imagined.

And another question—what should beginners focus on when entering prediction markets now? Regulation seems to be a big deal; some states are even calling for a halt. Shouldn’t we first understand the rules in our own regions? 🤷‍♀️ Can experienced folks explain why distribution capability might be more important than product innovation? I haven’t fully grasped this logic yet.