StableChain has launched its mainnet, debuting as the first Layer 1 blockchain built natively for USDT. The platform is engineered to handle high-volume, predictable settlements for real-world applications.

Designed to address longstanding pain points in stablecoin usage such as volatile gas fees and unpredictable settlement times on general-purpose blockchains, StableChain uses USDT directly as the native gas token. This eliminates the need for users to hold separate volatile tokens for transaction fees, enabling low, stable, and predictable costs ideal for high-volume real-world applications like payments, remittances, and institutional settlements.

The mainnet debut coincides with the introduction of the Stable Foundation, an independent organization tasked with overseeing network growth, ecosystem grants, community programs, and protocol governance. Alongside it, Stable unveiled its native STABLE token, which serves as the primary utility asset for governance participation and network security through staking.

The launch builds on strong early momentum: A pre-deposit campaign earlier this year attracted over $2 billion in deposits from more than 24,000 wallets across two phases, underscoring demand for dedicated stablecoin infrastructure.