Coinbase reveals x402 protocol to enable on-chain payments via HTTP

Coinbase unveiled an open-source protocol for on-chain payments via HTTP called x402. Announced on May 6, the system repurposes the previously unused HTTP 402 “Payment Required” status code to supp...

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Coinbase reveals x402 protocol to enable on-chain payments via HTTP

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Coinbase unveiled an open-source protocol for on-chain payments via HTTP called x402. Announced on May 6, the system repurposes the previously unused HTTP 402 “Payment Required” status code to support direct machine-native payments using stablecoins. The protocol enables autonomous agents and applications to pay for API access, data, and services without relying on human intervention, […]