Algorand Foundation introduces full support for the x402 specification
The Algorand Foundation has introduced full support for the x402 specification on Algorand. The x402 spec enables pay-per-API access, micropayments, and machine-to-machine commerce on-chain. The specification was merged in collaboration with Coinbase.
The rollout includes a live facilitator, the Bazaar, and developer tooling that supports instant settlement and atomic payment grouping.
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