Coinbase Records First Crypto Transaction Between AI Agents

September 02, 2024 06:25 PM AEST | By Team Kalkine Media

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{Coinbase} CEO Brian Armstrong has recently overseen a significant advancement in cryptocurrency transactions, involving a process entirely managed by artificial intelligence (AI) bots. On August 30, Armstrong highlighted this achievement in a post on X, noting it as a key development in the integration of AI within the crypto sector.

The transaction involved one AI agent, or "bot," using cryptocurrency tokens to interact with another AI agent to acquire AI tokens. These AI tokens are essentially data strings that facilitate the learning processes of algorithms. Armstrong emphasized that the transaction was a prime example of how AI agents can utilize digital tokens to perform tasks previously out of reach due to their inability to handle conventional payment methods.

Armstrong elaborated on the limitations of current AI agents, which often struggle with tasks such as booking travel or managing social media advertising, primarily due to their lack of access to traditional banking systems. However, with the advent of crypto wallets and platforms like USDC on Base, AI agents can now execute transactions globally and instantly, which could significantly enhance their functionality and utility.

This development aligns with recent industry efforts to integrate AI with blockchain technology. In August, Skyfire, a blockchain development firm, launched a payment platform enabling AI agents to autonomously manage and execute transactions. Additionally, on June 11, Cointelegraph reported that Biconomy, a Web3 infrastructure company, is incorporating AI agents into its ecosystem. Biconomy’s Delegated Authorization Network allows users to delegate trading activities to AI agents, further expanding the scope of AI in on-chain transactions.

These advancements mark a significant step forward in enabling AI agents to actively participate in the digital economy and perform complex tasks that were previously challenging due to their limited transaction capabilities.

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