The Role of Cryptocurrency in AI-Driven Finance

The rise of artificial intelligence has led to the emergence of 'agentic finance,' where AI agents execute financial transactions autonomously. Cryptocurrency has become the backbone of this machine-driven economy, providing a programmable and always-on financial layer. In this article, we delve into the use cases, risks, and future outlook of AI agents in finance, including their potential to drive new investable categories and demand for cryptocurrency. We also explore the perspectives of leading AI models on the present and future of AI payments, highlighting the need for standardized agent identity, governance, and high-quality real-time data infrastructure to facilitate scalability.