Base Targets AI Agents in 2026 Blockchain Upgrade Plan
Base plans a 2026 upgrade to support the growing AI agent economy, focusing on markets, payments, and developer attraction.Summary
Coinbase's layer-2 network, Base, is preparing for an AI agent economy with a 2026 roadmap focused on upgrading its systems. The network aims to build a foundation for this economy by focusing on global markets, scaling payments and stablecoins, and attracting developers. Base will upgrade its app and blockchain to a “purpose-built market infrastructure,” including new smart accounts, tokens, and scaling solutions, specifically designed for AI agents. This move aligns with other major players like Ethereum, Tron, Visa, and Stripe, all investing heavily in infrastructure to support agentic AI payments. Key growth areas for Base in 2026 include real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, stablecoins, and prediction markets, with RWA onchain value surging 240% and stablecoin market capitalization up 32% in the past year.
(Source：Cointelegraph)