Payment systems demand one thing above all: predictability. Stable fees, consistent settlement times, and execution that doesn't crumble under volume spikes. Here's the thing—most blockchain infrastructure treats payments as an afterthought. StableChain approaches it differently, embedding payment-native architecture directly into the base layer. Recent analysis breaks down why stablecoins need dedicated infrastructure designed for settlement, not retrofit solutions. When you're moving value at scale, deterministic execution isn't optional.