> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://stablecoininsider.org/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Tether & Bitfinex Launch Stable Mainnet with $1.1 Billion Already Locked - USDT Becomes Native Gas Token - URL: https://stablecoininsider.org/tether-bitfinex-stable-mainnet/ - Published: 2025-12-08T07:08:03.000Z - Updated: 2025-12-08T07:08:03.000Z - Description: Tether-backed Stable mainnet launches with $1.1B pre-deposited and USDT as native gas, delivering sub-second, sub-cent stablecoin settlement. - Author: Alexandra - Tags: Macro, Tether, Bitfinex, Stable Mainnet, USDT, Stablecoins, Stablecoin News > **December 8, 2025** The [**Stable**](https://www.stable.xyz/)blockchain, a Tether- and Bitfinex-backed Layer-1 purpose-built for stablecoins, has officially launched its mainnet today at 13:00 UTC, marking one of the most capitalized network debuts in crypto history. More than ***$1.1 billion*** in assets, predominantly USDT, were pre-deposited across ***10,000+*** wallets ahead of genesis, giving the network instant deep liquidity on day one. ### **Key Takeaways** - USDT is now the gas token on a production Layer-1 with sub-second finality and fees < $0.01. - $1.1 billion in liquidity was pre-deposited, giving Stable instant depth unmatched by most L1 launches. - STABLE token is strictly non-inflationary; stakers earn real USDT yield from actual network fees. - 40% of STABLE supply is reserved for ecosystem grants, signaling aggressive developer push. - The Tether-Bitfinex-PayPal Ventures nexus gives Stable regulatory and distribution advantages few competitors can match. [Stablecoin Newsletter](https://stablecoininsider.org/the-stablecoin-insider-weekly-newsletter/) ## **The Genesis of Stable: From Vision to Velocity** [![Stable Mainnet](https://storage.ghost.io/c/73/6a/736af0e4-2274-4543-a329-2952b2b52abc/content/images/2025/12/image-103.png)](https://www.stable.xyz/) Stable was first revealed in mid-2025 as a direct response to stablecoin fragmentation across Ethereum, Tron, Solana, and emerging L2s. Backed by [**Tether**](https://tether.to/en/) (the issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin with ***\>$120 billion*** in circulation), [**Bitfinex**](https://www.bitfinex.com/), and a ***$28 million*** seed round led by PayPal Ventures, the project promised a chain where stablecoins are not just assets, they are the native unit of account and gas. Today that promise became reality. [Learn More](https://stablecoininsider.org/stable-layer-1-mainnet/) ## **Core Innovations: Predictable Fees and USDT-Powered Rails** Unlike Ethereum or Solana, where gas fees swing with network congestion and native token volatility, Stable uses USDT exclusively for transaction fees. > ***Average cost:*** under $0.01\. > Block times sit at ***\~600ms*** with immediate finality. The network’s native STABLE token (100 billion total supply, non-inflationary) plays no role in day-to-day transactions. Instead, it is used for governance, staking, and securing the proof-of-stake network. > All protocol fees paid in USDT flow into a shared treasury, from which stakers earn real yield, no emissions, no dilution. [![Stable Mainnet](https://storage.ghost.io/c/73/6a/736af0e4-2274-4543-a329-2952b2b52abc/content/images/2025/12/image-104.png)](https://www.stable.xyz/) ## **$1.1B Pre-Launch Tsunami: Institutional Green Light** The eye-watering pre-deposit figure comes from two capped contribution phases earlier this year. Phase 2 alone drew heavy participation after the team relaxed whale limits, with on-chain data showing large transfers originating from Bitfinex cold wallets and known institutional addresses. Analysts view the figure as a massive vote of confidence from the same entities that already dominate USDT issuance and trading. [Latest Stablecoin News](https://stablecoininsider.org/) ## **Implications for the $300B Stablecoin Arena** Stable positions itself as the unified settlement infrastructure for the entire [**stablecoin**](https://stablecoininsider.org/) economy. By removing volatile gas tokens and multi-chain bridging friction, the network targets remittances, merchant payments, payroll, and high-frequency DeFi. Early integrations announced today include Bitfinex’s upcoming tokenized securities suite and several Latin American remittance corridors. [![Best Stablecoin News Platform for 2026](https://storage.ghost.io/c/73/6a/736af0e4-2274-4543-a329-2952b2b52abc/content/images/2025/12/image-105.png)](https://stablecoininsider.org/) ## **Conclusion** Stable’s mainnet launch is not merely another blockchain going live, it is the first time the world’s dominant stablecoin has received its own optimized highway. With $1.1 billion already on the road and institutional backing in the driver’s seat, the network enters the $300 billion stablecoin race with a commanding head start. > The stablecoin era just got its own chain. [Work With Us](https://form.typeform.com/to/c5cdIHp0?typeform-source=www.stablecoininsider.com) **Read Next:** - [**The Ultimate 2026 Stablecoin Market Prediction**](https://stablecoininsider.org/2026-stablecoin-market-prediction/) - [**The Rise of “Super-Stablecoins”**](https://stablecoininsider.org/super-stablecoins/) - [**Stablecoins vs. Neobanks**](https://stablecoininsider.org/stablecoins-vs-neobanks/) --- ## **FAQs:** ### 1\. When exactly did the Stable mainnet launch? The Stable mainnet went live on December 8, 2025, at 13:00 UTC. ### 2\. How is Stable different from using USDT on Ethereum or Tron? Stable eliminates volatile gas tokens entirely. All fees are paid in USDT at predictable sub-cent rates with \~600ms finality, removing the need for bridging or wrapped assets. ### 3\. What is the role of the STABLE token? STABLE is used only for staking and governance. It has a fixed 100 billion supply and is non-inflationary. Stakers earn a portion of real USDT fees collected by the protocol. ### 4\. How did the network attract $1.1 billion before launch? Through two invitation-only pre-deposit phases capped per wallet. Institutional players linked to Bitfinex and Tether accounted for the bulk of inflows. ### 5\. Is Stable a direct competitor to Ethereum, Solana, or Cosmos ecosystems? Not exactly. Stable is hyper-focused on stable-value transactions and does not aim to host general-purpose smart contracts. It is designed to be the settlement backbone that other chains and applications plug into for stablecoin-native payments.