Hedera’s AI Agents Spend Dollars While HBAR Collects Fees

Hedera is exploring AI agent accounts that can automate payments using USDC or Hedera tokens, while still paying network fees in HBAR. The concept could boost activity without demanding large HBAR holdings. A Bull Runners analysis cites 176 million agent transactions worth $73 million, mostly settled in USDC, with fees paid in HBAR. The plan targets a 2027 public testnet and mainnet launch, with potential Coinbase x402 standard compatibility to expand reach. Fees and regulatory/security reviews remain pivotal.