AI agents are no longer limited to assisting humans. They are beginning to operate independently, making decisions, executing tasks, and handling payments on their own. For this shift to scale, AI systems need an infrastructure that supports fast, secure, and programmable value transfer. Kite is built specifically for this role. It acts as a settlement layer designed for AI-driven commerce, allowing autonomous agents to transact reliably without human intervention.
Kite runs on an EVM-compatible Layer 1 network optimized for high-speed execution. Its proof-of-stake consensus delivers near-instant finality, which is critical for AI agents that operate in real time. To manage frequent and small-value transactions efficiently, Kite uses state channels that move repetitive payments off the base layer while keeping them verifiable. This approach keeps fees low and ensures smooth performance even under heavy usage.
A key feature of Kite is its three-layer identity framework. Users maintain full control of assets through standard wallets, while each AI agent is assigned a unique, traceable identity linked to its creator. Session-based keys are used for short-lived tasks, limiting long-term exposure and reducing security risks. Verifiable credentials and decentralized identifiers ensure that every action taken by an agent is authentic and auditable.
Stablecoins form the core of Kite’s payment system. Because AI-driven economies depend on predictable pricing, Kite supports major stable assets natively. This enables pay-per-task billing, per-second payment streaming, and automated escrow arrangements. Smart contracts enforce spending limits, conditions, and deadlines, ensuring funds move only when predefined requirements are met.
The KITE token underpins the network’s economics. Early incentives reward developers and users who contribute to ecosystem growth. As adoption expands, KITE becomes central to staking, governance, and validator security. With a fixed supply and community-focused distribution, its utility grows alongside network activity.
Kite is already supporting real-world use cases. Autonomous agents can settle API usage fees instantly, manage logistics payments upon delivery confirmation, and automate escrow in digital marketplaces. By combining speed, security, and programmable payments, Kite enables AI systems to participate as trusted actors in a transparent onchain economy.
