Plasma Blockchain A Specialized Layer 1 for Stablecoin Payments
Plasma is a next-generation Layer 1 blockchain created with a single clear objective: efficient and reliable stablecoin settlement. Rather than serving as a general-purpose network, Plasma is optimized specifically for stablecoin transfers, making payments faster, cheaper, and easier to use in real-world financial activity.
The network is fully compatible with Ethereum through EVM support powered by Reth. This allows developers to migrate existing Ethereum smart contracts to Plasma with minimal effort while continuing to use familiar wallets and tools. At the same time, Plasma introduces its own high-performance consensus mechanism, PlasmaBFT, delivering sub-second transaction finality. This near-instant confirmation is essential for payments, remittances, and financial settlement where speed and certainty matter.
Plasma follows a stablecoin-first model that removes common user friction. USDT transfers can be executed without gas fees, and stablecoins can be used directly to pay for transaction costs. This eliminates the need to hold volatile native tokens and provides a more predictable experience for both users and businesses.
Security and neutrality are strengthened through anchoring to Bitcoin, leveraging its proven security model to enhance censorship resistance and trust. Designed to support both retail users and institutional finance, Plasma offers a dependable foundation for global stablecoin payments and settlement in the evolving digital economy.