<b>AI Agents Turn to Stablecoins for Efficient Micropayments</b>

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance and become more integrated into various industries, the need for efficient payment systems has also increased.

The use of blockchain-based stablecoin payment channels is becoming increasingly popular among AI Agents, as they offer a cost-effective solution for micropayments.

A recent report by Keyrock highlights the growing trend, with over 176 million transactions made through on-chain infrastructure between May 2025 and April 2026, resulting in a settlement volume exceeding $73 million.

Agentic Payments refer to AI software's ability to autonomously purchase data, computational power, APIs, or AI services without manual authorization for each transaction.

The growth rate of Agentic Payments may even surpass the early explosive phase of stablecoins, according to Keyrock.