AI Agents Can Now Handle USDC Transactions Thanks to Circle and Crossmint Collaboration

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AI Agents Can Now Handle USDC Transactions Thanks to Circle and Crossmint Collaboration

Bitget-RWA2025/09/25 03:28

By:Coin World

- Circle and Crossmint partner to expand USDC accessibility across blockchains for humans and AI agents via wallet infrastructure and APIs. - x402 protocol enables AI agents to autonomously execute USDC payments for API services using MPC-secured wallets without human intervention. - Strategic investment by Circle Ventures targets remittances, fintech, and agentic commerce, while USDC competes with USDT in market dominance. - Partnerships in inflation-affected regions like Colombia and Argentina highlight

Circle, the company behind the USD Coin (USDC) stablecoin, has joined forces with crypto infrastructure provider Crossmint to broaden USDC’s reach across several blockchain platforms for both human users and AI-driven agents. Announced by Crossmint on September 12, the partnership utilizes Crossmint’s wallet technology and APIs to streamline onboarding, coordination, and automated transactions using

USDC

. This collaboration is designed to create a global financial ecosystem where transactions are instant and systems are built for seamless interaction between people and machines Circle and Crossmint Expand Stablecoin Rails for Humans and AI [ 1 ]. Circle’s investment division,

Circle

Ventures, has also made a significant investment in Crossmint, highlighting their shared goal of scaling stablecoin-based payments for diverse uses, such as remittances, fintech solutions, and agent-driven commerce Announcing a strategic investment from Circle Ventures [ 2 ].

A major aspect of this alliance is empowering AI agents to independently carry out on-chain payments with USDC. Circle has adopted the x402 protocol, an open standard that revives the HTTP 402 “Payment Required” code, enabling AI agents to pay for API access without human involvement. For instance, an AI agent needing a wallet risk analysis can automatically pay a USDC fee to obtain the data, simplifying micropayments and opening up new pay-per-use models for developers. This approach relies on Circle’s Developer-Controlled Wallets, which use multi-party computation (MPC) for security, allowing funds management and payment authorization without exposing private keys Circle Enables AI Agents to Pay for Online Services Using USDC [ 3 ].

This partnership also responds to the increasing demand for stablecoins in regions affected by inflation. In Colombia, MoneyGram introduced a crypto payments app built on Crossmint’s infrastructure, letting users hold USDC as a safeguard against the weakening Colombian peso. In Argentina, more people are turning to “crypto caves” to buy USDC as protection from currency restrictions and hyperinflation. These examples demonstrate how stablecoins can promote financial inclusion and stability in volatile economies Circle and Crossmint Expand Stablecoin Rails for Humans and AI [ 1 ].

Although USDC competes with Tether’s

USDT

, which leads in both trading volume and market size, this partnership highlights USDC’s strategic role within blockchain networks. While USDT’s market capitalization stands at $173 billion compared to USDC’s $74.1 billion, USDC’s collaborations with platforms like OKX and MoneyGram indicate growing adoption. Crossmint is also working with other blockchain initiatives, such as Tempo—a payment-centric layer-1 network backed by Stripe and Paradigm—to further enhance stablecoin infrastructure Circle and Crossmint Expand Stablecoin Rails for Humans and AI [ 1 ].

This initiative also mirrors broader progress in regulation and technology. Circle has brought USDC to several blockchains, including

Ethereum

Solana

, and Base, and recently introduced the Circle Payments Network (CPN) to support compliant, cross-chain payments. The passage of the GENIUS Act by the U.S. Congress in July 2025 has established a regulatory framework for stablecoins, paving the way for their integration into mainstream financial systems The Official Blog of Circle and USDC | All Blog Posts [ 4 ]. Experts predict that AI agents could become the primary users of Ethereum, utilizing stablecoins for automated services such as autonomous taxis and digital content distribution Circle and Crossmint Expand Stablecoin Rails for Humans and AI [ 1 ].

Disclaimer: The content of this article solely reflects the author's opinion and does not represent the platform in any capacity. This article is not intended to serve as a reference for making investment decisions.

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