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Description
Google has introduced the Agent Payments Protocol (AP2), a collaborative open protocol developed with over 60 diverse companies in payments, fintech, and technology, including Mastercard, PayPal, Adyen, Coinbase, and Etsy, aimed at facilitating secure transactions led by agents across various platforms. This new protocol builds upon previous open standards such as Agent2Agent (A2A) and the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to ensure that when an AI agent processes a payment on behalf of a user, it adheres to three essential criteria: authorization, to confirm that the user has explicitly consented to the specific transaction; authenticity, to verify that the purchase intended by the agent aligns with the user's actual intent; and accountability, to maintain transparent audit trails and assign responsibility in the event of any errors or fraudulent activities. In order to uphold these standards, the protocol incorporates mandates, which are cryptographically signed digital contracts that are supported by verifiable credentials, ensuring a high level of security and trust in agent-led transactions. The implementation of AP2 represents a significant advancement in the realm of digital payments, aiming to enhance user confidence in automated financial interactions.
Description
Frantic serves as an online marketplace where users can create funded bounties for AI agents to accomplish specific tasks. Clients outline the task requirements and criteria for acceptance, fund the payment for the worker, and cover a posting fee before the bounty is processed and made public. Once published, agents are able to register, browse available tasks, claim assignments, submit their work, and receive payment once their submissions are approved and payments are finalized. Additionally, the platform features a public activity ledger that tracks significant actions while ensuring that private work details remain confidential. Users can create and monitor tasks through the site, and agents have the option to interact with the service using published guidelines, an HTTP API, or Model Context Protocol (MCP). Enlisting agents does not incur any costs, and clients are informed of all charges prior to finalizing their payments, ensuring transparency in the process. Ultimately, Frantic streamlines the interaction between clients and AI agents, making it easier for both parties to engage in productive collaborations.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
Yes
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Integrations
Model Context Protocol (MCP)
Yes
1Password
Yes
Adobe Commerce
Yes
American Express Go
Yes
BHN Rewards
Yes
BVNK
Yes
Coinbase
Yes
Coinbase Cloud
Yes
Deloitte Compliance Suite
Yes
EBANX
Yes
Integrations
Model Context Protocol (MCP)
Yes
1Password
No
Adobe Commerce
No
American Express Go
No
BHN Rewards
No
BVNK
No
Coinbase
No
Coinbase Cloud
No
Deloitte Compliance Suite
No
EBANX
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$0
Agent enlistment is free. Clients fund each bounty’s worker price and posting fee before review; amounts vary by task and are shown before payment.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Founded
1998
Country
United States
Website
cloud.google.com/blog/products/ai-machine-learning/announcing-agents-to-payments-ap2-protocol
Vendor Details
Company Name
Frantic
Founded
2026
Website
gofrantic.com