According to @LexSokolin, Stripe’s role is to enhance Layer-1 chain utility rather than compete with them, positioning payment-focused blockchains as a pathway to real-world adoption that matters for traders tracking crypto payment rails. Source: @LexSokolin on X. He adds that real-world payment adoption translates into actual value and, in turn, sustainable growth for L1 ecosystems, underscoring a pro-utility narrative over L1 rivalry for long-term value accrual. Source: @LexSokolin on X.