The rise of autonomous AI agents is transforming how digital systems interact, negotiate, and exchange value. Kite is building a Layer 1 blockchain network designed specifically for this shift, focusing on agentic payments that allow AI agents to transact independently with verifiable identity and programmable governance.
Kite’s blockchain is EVM-compatible, ensuring smooth integration with existing Ethereum-based tools and smart contracts. This compatibility, combined with an architecture optimized for real-time transactions, enables AI agents to coordinate and execute payments efficiently, making the network suitable for high-frequency and automation-driven use cases.
A core innovation of the Kite platform is its three-layer identity system, which clearly separates human users, AI agents, and individual sessions. This model enhances security by limiting permissions at the session level, allowing agents to act autonomously without exposing long-term credentials or full user access.
The ecosystem is powered by KITE, the native token of the network. KITE’s utility is being introduced in two phases, starting with ecosystem participation and incentive programs to encourage early adoption. In the second phase, KITE expands to support staking, governance, and network fees, aligning token holders with the long-term security and decentralization of the platform.
By addressing identity, speed, and governance in a unified design, Kite is positioning itself as a critical infrastructure layer for the autonomous agent economy. As AI agents increasingly operate on-chain, Kite aims to redefine how intelligent systems exchange value in Web3.
