At its core, Kite is a Layer 1 blockchain. That means it is its own base network, not built on top of another chain. It is also EVM-compatible, which is important. This allows developers to use familiar Ethereum tools and smart contracts without starting from zero. That lowers the learning curve and speeds up adoption.
What makes Kite different is its focus on agentic payments. AI agents can make decisions, execute tasks, and handle transactions automatically. But autonomy without control is dangerous. Kite solves this with a smart identity system. Instead of mixing everything together, the network separates identity into three layers: the user, the agent, and the session.
The user layer represents the human or organization that owns or authorizes the agent. The agent layer defines what the AI is allowed to do. The session layer limits how long and how far an agent can act. This setup improves security, prevents abuse, and gives real control instead of blind trust.
Kite is designed for real-time use. Transactions are fast, and coordination between agents happens smoothly. This matters because AI agents don’t work well with slow systems. They need instant feedback, quick payments, and clear execution. Kite is built with this reality in mind.
The network uses KITE as its native token. The token is not dumped with everything at once. Its utility rolls out in phases. In the first phase, KITE is used for ecosystem participation, incentives, and early network activity. This helps attract developers, users, and builders without overcomplicating things.
In the second phase, KITE gains deeper value. Staking, governance, and fee-related functions are added. Token holders can help secure the network, vote on decisions, and use KITE to pay for services on the chain. This gradual rollout is smarter than forcing all use cases on day one.
In simple terms, Kite is not trying to be another generic blockchain. It is targeting a very specific future: one where AI agents operate independently but safely, with identity, rules, and payments built directly into the system. If AI agents are going to manage money, tasks, and coordination at scale, they need infrastructure like this. Kite is aiming to be that backbone.
