Blockchain Infrastructure Needs Scaling to Meet AI Transaction Demands

Stripe's co-founders have highlighted the urgent need for blockchain infrastructure to scale significantly to accommodate the transaction demands driven by AI agents. According to NS3.AI, current blockchain systems like Internet Computer Protocol and Solana are capable of handling transaction speeds above 1,000 transactions per second (TPS). However, this is far below the anticipated requirement of 1 million to 1 billion TPS as AI agents continue to evolve. The co-founders' letter emphasizes the potential consequences of blockchain limitations, including significant payment delays and increased fees, as transaction volumes are expected to rise sharply. The evolving capabilities of AI agents necessitate a robust and scalable blockchain infrastructure to ensure efficient and timely processing of transactions.