Coinbase CDP, which has always been a free official Facilitator, is about to start charging fees. While it’s not a huge deal, it’s already having an immediate impact on the commercialization of the x402 sector Facilitators: 1) Previously, CDP covered the Gas subsidies, so it was natural for other Facilitators not to charge fees. After all, CDP was footing the bill. If you charged fees, it would seem odd—why should a third party charge money when the official CDP is free? Once CDP starts charging, the entire game changes for Facilitators. The subsidy period ends, signaling the beginning of market-driven competition. A variety of Facilitators now have a legitimate reason to “emerge” and rely on their own capabilities to make a living. 2) Free services lead to functional homogeneity, while charging fees forces differentiation. After CDP starts charging, Facilitators will have to explore their own business models: Some will focus on speed, competing on transaction confirmation efficiency; others will emphasize cost advantages, taking the value-for-money route. Some will offer customized services for niche scenarios like GameFi or SocialFi, while others will specialize in cross-chain capabilities with Multi-chain routing aggregation, or focus on compliance and KYC services. With this shift, a self-sustaining and competitive Facilitator Marketplace can finally take shape.