@Kite is building a new kind of blockchain designed for a future where AI agents act on their own and handle real economic activity. As artificial intelligence becomes more autonomous the biggest challenge is trust and control. Kite focuses on solving how AI agents can move value safely transparently and with clear accountability.
At its foundation Kite is an EVM compatible Layer 1 blockchain created specifically for agentic payments. The network is optimized for real time transactions and coordination between autonomous agents rather than general purpose applications. This makes it well suited for environments where software needs to make frequent decisions and execute payments without human involvement.
A core feature of Kite is its three layer identity system. This system separates users agents and sessions. The user represents the human or organization that owns and controls everything. The agent is the autonomous entity that performs tasks and interacts economically. The session is temporary and task based which limits risk and exposure. This structure allows agents to operate independently while keeping authority and accountability clearly defined.
This identity framework directly improves security and payment control. Agents can be assigned specific permissions budgets and time limits. Sessions can expire automatically and agents can be revoked if needed. Every action can be traced back through a clear identity chain which makes Kite more practical for real world usage.
Payments on Kite are designed to be efficient and predictable. The network is built around stablecoin based transactions to avoid volatility. This is especially important for microtransactions such as paying per API call or per inference. Kite supports gas efficient and gasless payment flows allowing agents to transact smoothly without managing complex fee mechanics. Each transaction can generate an onchain receipt which helps with auditing compliance and accounting.
Kite also introduces the concept of an Agent Passport. This is an onchain identity record that stores an agents history reputation and attestations. Over time agents build trust through transparent performance data. Service providers can evaluate agents based on verified behavior and users can rely on reputation rather than assumptions. Disputes and outcomes can also be recorded creating long term accountability.
Beyond the blockchain itself Kite supports an ecosystem of modular services known as Kite Modules. These modules can include AI models data providers compute services and other specialized tools. Module operators are required to align economically with the network by staking or locking KITE tokens. This reduces spam encourages serious participation and rewards providers based on real usage.
The KITE token plays a central role in the ecosystem. The total supply is fixed at ten billion tokens. Utility is introduced in phases. In the early phase KITE is used for ecosystem participation access and incentives. This helps bootstrap growth and attract builders. In later phases staking governance validator roles and fee related functions are activated as the network matures.
Governance on Kite is designed to be practical and outcome driven. Token holders can influence protocol upgrades incentive structures and resource allocation. Validators and delegators secure the network through staking while module operators earn rewards tied to actual performance. Over time some rewards may shift toward stablecoin payouts to create more predictable economics.
Kite has gained strong institutional support with significant funding from established investors in both fintech and blockchain. This backing provides not only capital but also experience in payments infrastructure compliance and scaling which are critical for an agent focused network.
Looking ahead Kite aims to become the settlement and coordination layer for autonomous software. As AI agents begin to manage subscriptions purchase data and interact with services they will need a system built for high frequency payments clear identity and enforceable rules. Kite is designed to meet those needs.
While adoption and security remain important challenges Kite has laid a strong foundation. Its focus on agent identity stable payments and accountability positions it as a key player in the emerging machine driven economy. If autonomous agents become a core part of digital infrastructure Kite could quietly power how machines transact with each other at scale.
