AI agents drive crypto commerce on base blockchain

Eric Jardine, Chainalysis' head of research, discussed on 'Bloomberg Crypto' with Scarlet Fu and James Seyffart the findings of Chainalysis' research. The study revealed that AI agents are engaging in autonomous crypto spending, executing over 138 million transactions on Base, the leading blockchain for agentic commerce. The research highlights a significant shift in crypto usage, driven by AI systems operating independently. Jardine emphasized the growing role of AI in financial activities, noting the scale of transactions as a key indicator of this trend. The findings underscore the increasing integration of artificial intelligence into decentralized financial systems. As of 2026-10-20, the data reflects current activity, with no indication of past performance or future projections. The discussion on 'Bloomberg Crypto' provides insight into the evolving landscape of AI-driven crypto commerce.