The Graph

The Graph has released its 2026 technical roadmap, positioning itself as multi-service infrastructure for the evolving onchain economy. **Key Features:** - Six specialized data products designed for diverse use cases - Unified protocol layer through Horizon integration - Support for developers, AI agents, analysts, and institutional users - Capabilities ranging from real-time streaming to SQL analytics The roadmap reflects a strategic focus on data infrastructure and AI integration, anticipating these areas will define the current market cycle. The protocol aims to provide battle-tested infrastructure adapted for emerging institutional and AI-driven applications. [Read the full technical roadmap](https://thegraph.com/blog/technical-roadmap/)

**The Graph demonstrated a practical use case for agent-native infrastructure**: an AI agent queried onchain data using just one cent, with no API key or signup required. **How it worked:** - The Subgraph Registry identified the appropriate data source - x402 protocol processed the micropayment in USDC - The agent received its answer in under one second **Technical implementation:** The Graph's Subgraph Gateways now support x402 payments, allowing any compatible client to pay per query in USDC across dozens of networks. The process involves a single HTTP request where the client receives a 402 response with pricing, signs a USDC payment on Base, and retrieves the data. Existing API-key access remains unchanged—x402 provides an additional payment option. Developers can implement this using the @graphprotocol/client-x402 package, with payments processed on Base or Base Sepolia testnet. This represents a shift toward frictionless machine-to-machine data access, where payment serves as authentication without requiring accounts or sessions.

**Agent0 Subgraphs are now operational across five major blockchain networks** - Base, BNB Chain, Ethereum, Monad, and Polygon - using a single GraphQL schema. **Key features:** - Real-time indexing of every ERC-8004 agent across all chains - No code rewrites needed when switching between networks - Already processed over 1 million queries - Accessible via [Graph Explorer](https://thegraph.com/explorer?search=agent0) **What this enables:** - Developers can query agent data with a single GraphQL request instead of scanning thousands of blocks - AI agents can discover, hire, and interact with each other using structured blockchain data - Machine-scale data access for agents that operate continuously The infrastructure indexes agent identities, capabilities, reputation, and validation data in milliseconds. Developers building ERC-8004 agents can now access comprehensive onchain data without building custom indexers.

A new blockchain data tool called **graph-aave-mcp** now connects Claude AI with live Aave protocol data across seven chains. **Key capabilities:** - Simulate health factors during price crash scenarios - Track liquidation events in real time - Compare supply and borrow rates across different deployments - Monitor governance proposals through conversation The tool is powered by The Graph Protocol's indexed data and requires just one npm install to access every major Aave deployment. **Who benefits:** - Risk analysts can model scenarios conversationally - DeFi researchers gain real-time market insights - Builders can prototype dashboards by describing requirements - Content creators can query live data while writing The tool eliminates manual GraphQL queries, unit conversions, and stale data snapshots—users simply ask questions in plain English.

The Graph is rolling out three institutional-grade tools for real-time blockchain data: **Substreams** delivers high-performance data streaming for DeFi, DePIN, AI, and traditional finance applications. Horizon integration scheduled for Q2-Q4 2026. **Amp** introduces a SQL-native blockchain database with verifiable data designed for enterprise scale. Developer preview is currently live, with full SQL platform launching Q4 2026. **Tycho** provides real-time onchain liquidity indexing specifically built for trading systems and solvers. Private MVP expected Q1 2026, public beta Q2 2026. These tools aim to bridge the gap between blockchain data and enterprise applications, offering familiar interfaces like SQL alongside specialized streaming capabilities for time-sensitive use cases.

**The Graph is rolling out three new data access tools designed for developers and AI agents:** - **Subgraphs**: The original indexing standard now supports AI compatibility through MCP integration, A2A protocols, x402 micropayments, and Amp-powered data extraction - **JSON-RPC**: Basic blockchain read/write functionality through The Graph's infrastructure (experimental launch planned for Q3) - **Token API**: Pre-indexed token data across 10+ chains with real-time pricing (production-ready in Q1) These tools build on The Graph's recent infrastructure developments for the agent economy, including ERC-8004 identity verification across 8 chains and x402 micropayment capabilities through GraphTally. The additions provide developers with multiple options for accessing blockchain data, from natural language queries to direct API calls.

The Graph has released its 2026 Technical Roadmap, outlining plans to expand from a single protocol into a multi-service blockchain data infrastructure platform. **Key developments include:** - **Six specialized data products** designed to serve different use cases - **Horizon unified protocol layer** to integrate services - **Expanded user base** targeting developers, AI agents, analysts, and financial institutions - **Enhanced capabilities** spanning real-time streaming to SQL analytics The roadmap signals The Graph's evolution from a focused indexing protocol to a comprehensive data infrastructure serving the broader onchain economy. The platform aims to accommodate users ranging from individual developers to large-scale institutional operations.

**The Graph is participating in ETHDenver** with multiple events covering privacy tech, AI agents, and institutional connections. **Key Event:** - Co-hosting an exclusive VIP Institutional Soirée with Halborn Security, Blockaid, and Canton Network on February 19 - Located 7 minutes from the main conference venue - Focus on connecting institutional leaders in digital assets **Topics covered across events:** - Privacy technology - AI agents - Institutional partnerships Registration is now open for attendees interested in connecting with The Graph team at the conference.

**The Graph has deployed ERC-8004 Subgraphs across 8 blockchains**, creating a unified directory for AI agent verification. ERC-8004 registers three core elements for AI agents: - **Identity** - establishes who they are - **Reputation** - tracks behavioral history - **Validation** - provides proof of task execution The infrastructure enables cross-chain verification. An agent on Base can query a Subgraph to instantly check the credentials of an agent on Arbitrum. Without this system, each agent would need to scan raw blockchain data independently to verify other agents' credentials - a process that would significantly slow network operations.

**The Graph is live at Solana Breakpoint Abu Dhabi** (Dec 11-13), actively connecting with builders and development teams. The protocol is focusing on three key areas: - **Data reliability** solutions - **Data access** infrastructure - **AI agents** integration The Graph team is available for project discussions and collaboration opportunities with Solana ecosystem builders. This follows their earlier announcement about bringing enhanced data indexing and infrastructure capabilities to the Solana network.