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During ETH Denver, Jesse and Nick Prince, Senior PM at Base, shared insights on the platform's builder-centric approach. **Key Discussion Points:** - Base's strategic focus on supporting developers and builders - The platform's vision for empowering the builder community - Insights from Base leadership on ecosystem development The conversation took place between scheduled ETH Denver events, following Jesse's earlier fireside chat with Austin Griffith from the Ethereum Foundation on the main stage. This discussion reinforces Base's commitment to creating infrastructure and tools that prioritize developer needs and community growth.

**AI agents are evolving from simple bots to autonomous economic actors on Base.** - @virtuals_io launched a Revenue Network enabling AI agents to negotiate contracts, execute work, and settle payments independently using ACP - @GenLayer went live with multi-AI consensus - different models browse the web together and reach onchain agreement on subjective decisions - @RemixGG_ introduced a game-building skill where agents ship playable games to iOS, Android, and Telegram in under 2 minutes **New infrastructure for the agent economy:** - @zerufinance released AgentScan for agent registration and behavior-based reputation scores - @BaseBario launched Agent Arcade and fxclaw, letting agents create games and generative art at zero cost - @CreatorBid's Trenches launchpad turns both humans and agents into token deployers **Traditional finance meets Base:** - @Compound_xyz v4 will launch on Base, bringing embeddable yield, lending, and borrowing directly into other apps - @avantis' $100k trading competition enters final week - @royaltiz_off brought professional athletes like @atchouameni onchain Base Batches 003 applications are now open across startup, student, and robotics tracks.

The Base team has issued a clear message to builders: **onchain applications need to deliver unique functionality that traditional web2 competitors cannot replicate**. - Simply moving existing web2 features onchain isn't enough for long-term success - Projects must leverage blockchain's unique capabilities to create genuine differentiation - Without distinct advantages, onchain apps will struggle to compete and survive The team emphasizes that **building better onchain** means creating experiences and features that are only possible through blockchain technology, not just replicating existing web2 services with added complexity.

**Jesse emphasizes the importance of substance over speculation in tokenization.** Key points: - Builders need guidance on **tokenizing projects with real value** - Recent bullish sentiment risks "tokenize everything" mentality - **Tokenizing based on speculation alone creates problems:** - Illiquid markets - Trapped value - Increased volatility - Less external capital onchain **The technology exists, but shouldn't be deployed frivolously.** Just because we can tokenize complex assets doesn't mean we should do it without careful consideration. Focus areas include: - Private credit access - High fixed-yield products - Real-time transparency - Broader market liquidity *The goal: help builders opt in to creating truly valuable tokens backed by real substance, not empty promises.*

**Wish** is launching an onchain digital toy store that transforms how you interact with digital collectibles. **Key features:** - Collectibles can be displayed as widgets directly on your phone's home screen - All items are stored onchain, ensuring true ownership - Turns your device into a living gallery of digital art and toys The platform bridges the gap between collecting and daily use, making digital assets more accessible and visible in your everyday life. Instead of collectibles sitting in a wallet you rarely open, they become part of your phone's interface. This approach reimagines digital ownership by integrating it seamlessly into mobile experiences, moving beyond traditional NFT galleries.

At ETH Denver, the Base team delivered a provocative statement: anyone in crypto not using stablecoins for payments lacks authenticity. This stance reflects growing momentum around stablecoins as practical payment rails, moving beyond speculation toward real-world utility. The comment suggests that true crypto adoption requires actually using the technology for everyday transactions. The statement aligns with broader discussions about Ethereum's role as a financial settlement layer and the importance of censorship-resistant money in decentralized finance. As stablecoins become more integrated into daily commerce, the Base team's position challenges the community to practice what they preach. The hot take sparked conversation about the gap between crypto ideology and actual usage patterns among industry participants.

Conway founder and Base Builder 0xsigil appeared on TBPN to discuss several key topics: - **The agentic economy** and its implications for onchain development - **Conway's vision** for the future of Base building - **x402 protocol** and related innovations The conversation provided insights into how autonomous agents are shaping the next phase of onchain infrastructure and creator tools. [Watch the full discussion](link provided in original content)

Base is prioritizing customer and builder support throughout 2026. Jesse outlined the platform's strategic pivot toward working more closely with developers and builders in the ecosystem. Key points: - **Customer-first approach**: Base is "zeroing in" on builders this year - **Continued emphasis on execution**: Following January's commitment to transparency and infrastructure development - **Strategic alignment**: The focus represents a shift toward supporting those actively building on the platform This builder-centric strategy builds on Base's earlier 2026 commitments to execution and transparency, signaling a more hands-on approach to ecosystem development.

**Can't make it to ETH Denver in person?** The conference is offering live streaming options for remote attendees. **Where to watch:** - [Twitch stream](https://www.twitch.tv/ethereumdenver) - [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/c/ETHDenver) The streams allow global participants to follow talks, panels, and announcements from one of Ethereum's largest annual gatherings without traveling to Colorado.

Base has confirmed the venue details for their ETHDenver 2026 ecosystem event. **Event Location:** - Second floor of the Legacy Building - Mayer Family Conference suite - Less than 5 minutes walking distance from the main ETHDenver venue The event will bring together builders and organizations in the Base ecosystem. Registration is now open at [luma.com/BaseETHDenver](https://luma.com/BaseETHDenver).