Cloudflare has revealed NET Dollar, a stablecoin backed by the U.S. dollar, aiming to serve the next phase of an AI-driven Internet. This release targets developers, AI creators, businesses, and users who rely on automated agents for digital transactions, offering a solution tailored for instant, secure, and global payments. NET Dollar is set to become available to Cloudflare customers and partners, with public rollout details yet to be finalized, but developer engagement has already begun via Cloudflare's dedicated portal.
Introducing NET Dollar: https://t.co/D5QrMDx0qG.
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Built on open standards, NET Dollar can be integrated into platforms supporting the Agent Payments Protocol and x402, making it accessible across multiple regions and currencies. Technically, NET Dollar distinguishes itself by leveraging Cloudflare’s extensive global network for high-speed, programmable payments, supporting microtransactions and pay-per-use models. Unlike earlier systems that depended on traditional banking or existing stablecoins, NET Dollar specifically addresses the needs of AI agents that require real-time, automated, and interoperable transactions, which many legacy financial rails cannot provide.
Industry leaders and early testers point out the potential for NET Dollar to disrupt online monetization, especially for digital content creators and API providers. Developers emphasize its transparent transaction records and programmable features, while some competitors are closely watching its adoption in the agentic web ecosystem.
Cloudflare’s move builds on its established reputation for securing and accelerating Internet infrastructure. With millions of global customers and a robust, low-latency network, the company is positioning itself as a central player in modernizing online payments in tandem with the growing influence of AI-powered automation.
