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Developer launches AI agent that earns money autonomously via crypto payments
A developer released AIA, an open-source AI agent that curates tech news from 6 APIs and sells access via a paid x402 endpoint using USDC on Base. The agent also auto-bids on marketplace jobs and fulfills them autonomously, creating a self-funding loop. Total operating cost is $0, with pricing at $0.01 per API call.
Meridian48 take
While clever, the agent's reliance on niche crypto infrastructure and a sparse job marketplace limits its immediate practical impact beyond a proof of concept.
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