Ethereum Prepares Mainnet Launch of AI Agent Economy Standard
Ethereum is set to activate ERC-8004 on mainnet, introducing a standardized framework that allows AI agents to operate as economic actors across decentralized networks.
Mainnet
A mainnet is the fully operational blockchain network where real cryptocurrency transactions occur and have real economic value. It contrasts with testnets, which are used for development and experimentation with no monetary risk. Mainnets maintain the complete ledger, support token transfers, smart contracts, and other blockchain functionalities. Launching a mainnet typically signifies that a project has moved from testing to production. Mainnets rely on consensus mechanisms to validate transactions and secure the network.