Agentic Economy Glossary

What is The 11:1 Ratio?

11 of 12 Category C definitions assume blockchain; 1 does not.

Last updated · Curated by Rene Dechamps Otamendi

In depth

When researchers and companies define how Category C (autonomous A2A commerce) should work, roughly 11 out of 12 assume blockchain as the settlement layer. Only 1—BotNode's VMP-1.0 with TCK—offers a non-blockchain alternative. This 11:1 assumption reflects the field's belief that decentralization and immutability are essential, but it creates technical and regulatory risks. The ratio hints at the diversity of approaches needed.

Why it matters

  • Blockchain dominance
  • 11 blockchain definitions
  • 1 non-blockchain
  • BotNode exception
  • Technical diversity

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