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Recently, I saw in the group that they are discussing stablecoin regulation, reserve audits, and various rumors about "de-pegging." Honestly, the more I read, the more it gets me worked up... So I decided to pause trading for now and focus on understanding what I can control: whether transfers go through the mainnet or L2.
I'm just an ordinary user. When the mainnet gas fees are high, it really hurts, but the sense of security is definitely a bit more "old school"; L2 offers a smoother experience and lower costs, suitable for small transactions and daily operations. My compromise is: large amounts and long-term holdings stay on the mainnet or follow a more conservative path, while small, frequent interactions use L2, and I avoid unnecessary bridging—less steps, the better. Anyway, the market is like a vinyl turntable; if the needle jumps, don’t rush to change the song—let it finish this round first.