Implement Stellar-based Payment System #4
Description
Priority: High
Labels: enhancement, stellar, payments, lumens
Description: Replace traditional payment processing with Stellar blockchain transactions using XLM and asset tokens.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Create payment processing service using Stellar transactions
- Support XLM (Lumens) as primary payment method
- Implement payment verification through blockchain confirmation
- Add support for USDC on Stellar for stable pricing
- Create payment escrow system using Stellar multisig accounts
- Implement refund mechanism via blockchain transactions
- Add transaction history tracking from Stellar ledger
- Handle payment failures and retry logic
Technical Implementation:
- Use Stellar's payment operations for direct transfers
- Implement time-bound transactions for booking expiration
- Create payment channels for frequent travelers
- Integrate with Stellar's memo field for booking reference