More and more Agents are using blockchain infrastructure, but humans are still the only ones making governance decisions. @Joaquin_Mendes1 asks what happens when that changes on Proving Ground.
Even though DeFi bots and AI Agents both function automatically on-chain, the actual mechanisms driving their behavior are worlds apart. A standard bot merely executes a prewritten set of instructions, while an AI Agent actively uses logic to determine its path. If you are curious about exactly how these internal processes differ, the most recent article published by Proving Ground explains everything in detail. You can find the link in the comments below.
Human beings remain the sole decision makers for blockchain infrastructure, which is quite surprising given that Agents are now the predominant participants utilizing these platforms. A newly released article from Proving Ground addresses this very contradiction. In this piece, @Joaquin_Mendes1 investigates the potential consequences of transferring administrative control directly to the systems that actively operate within the space. To read the complete work, please navigate to the link provided in the comments section.
We've been building, experimenting and breaking things at Taiko and now we're sharing what we found.
Proving Ground is our new publication. Real experiments and technical writing on AI Agent infrastructure, stress-tested so you don't have to start from scratch.
Two articles already live with new ones dropping every Tuesday and Thursday. Link in the comments.
Operating your blockchain-based AI Agent ought to be a profitable endeavor, never costing more in fees than the value it generates. To make this a reality, we have crafted a detailed walkthrough for launching AI Agents directly on the Taiko network. Inside this resource, you will find clear instructions for configuring your initial workspace, along with the specific steps required to register the identity of your agent using the ERC-8004 standard. The material also explores practical ways to establish a verifiable on-chain reputation and facilitate completely autonomous operations. Because the network provides full EVM equivalence, you can experience all of these capabilities with zero contract modifications, all while keeping your transaction expenses at sub-cent costs.
Earning a spot on key industry overviews is a clear sign of real progress. That is exactly why we are excited to share that Taiko is now featured on the Agentic Commerce Market Map published by @artemis.
This valuable resource highlights a total of 165 companies operating across 17 distinct blockchains, all dedicated to advancing AI agent commerce. Being recognized among these innovators confirms that our efforts are truly making an impact.
AI agents are currently executing actual transactions on the Taiko network. These operations enable cross-chain swaps through the use of an MCP server. For example, moving 1 HYPE to ETH on Taiko requires a fee of just $1. You can view more details via @symbiosis_fi at http://symbiosis.finance/mcp-server
We are thrilled to unveil taiko-ai, which delivers specialized MCP servers and AI agent skills designed for the Taiko ecosystem. With a single installation, you gain comprehensive command over node monitoring, bridge ops, chain data, and contract analysis. Best of all, you can access these powerful features directly from the AI coding tool you prefer.
🧵 We are excited to present taiko-ai, a comprehensive suite of AI agent skills and MCP servers designed for development on the Taiko network. With just a single installation, you gain immediate capabilities for contract analysis, node monitoring, bridge ops, and accessing chain data. All of these features are fully integrated and available directly through your preferred AI coding tool.
You can now obtain clean Markdown from every page located at http://docs.taiko.xyz using just one click. This means your AI agent has officially gained read access to our entire knowledge base. We leave it to you to decide how best to utilize this information.
The base fee of 0.01 gwei is now officially active. Consequently, executing a transaction on Taiko now costs approximately $0.003. This pricing is not only more affordable than the majority of Layer 2 networks but also aligns with the cost efficiency of ultra-low chains such as Solana and Polygon. We are thrilled to be part of the Sub-cent gas gang. Please note that these quoted transaction costs reflect standard daily market rates rather than outliers seen during rare spikes in activity.
The Taiko ecosystem has officially welcomed the deployment of ERC-8004. This development provides a public onchain framework dedicated to the validation, reputation, and identity of AI agents. 🧵
We are currently at @ns, where a packed audience is focused on @gusgonzalezs. Together with @Smartprogrammer and @AmirOnchain, the speaker is delivering a detailed explanation of preconfirmations to the room.
We must avoid establishing a fresh set of intermediaries. Our COO, @Joaquin_Mendes1, shares his insights on the necessity of open and composable RWAs in a recent feature for @Cointelegraph. This article, which was edited by @cathjenkin, explores why the industry needs no new gatekeepers. You can find the full story at the link below.