OTLP traces from SDK

[Miracle656]

Background

SDK consumers self-hosting an OTel collector should be able to see end-to-end timings.

What to build

Optional OTLP traces, gated behind a tracing: { exporter, endpoint } SDK option, defaulting to no-op.

Key files

• sdk/src/telemetry/tracing.ts (new)

Acceptance criteria

• Default off, no perf cost
• When on, traces a full payment lifecycle

Drips Wave · Complexity: Advanced · 200 points

[Blaqkenny]

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[Ademiitura]

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I would like to work on this issue
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