The transition to an agentic AI economy is underway, with live transactions marking a significant shift from conversational agents to those capable of handling transactions autonomously. Key developments include the deployment of agent-native wallets using gasless infrastructure on Base, which allows these agents to operate independently as economic entities. Additionally, the introduction of the ERC-8004 standard at ETHDenver 2026 is establishing new identity and reputation frameworks for agents, enhancing their ability to engage in on-chain activities. This evolution indicates a movement towards a future dominated by autonomous agents, reducing the reliance on human intermediaries for transactions.
Base enables autonomous agents with gasless wallets and ERC-8004 standard
