Figure advances tokenized lending as Coinbase backs AI agents that can pay

Figure advances tokenized lending as Coinbase backs AI agents that can pay

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2026-08-24 18:31:34
A recent episode of "Public Keys" aired on the New York Stock Exchange focused on several developments across the blockchain sector, according to Techub News, citing CoinDesk. Figure used the program to outline its "Rule of 150" principle and highlight its push into tokenized lending. The company was described as a fintech-focused blockchain firm working to bring traditional lending on-chain. The same episode also featured TD Cowen analyst Lance Vitanza, who examined broader industry trends tied to Bitcoin treasury strategies. Coinbase, meanwhile, was presented as betting on AI agent technology with the ability to make payments autonomously. The U.S.-listed crypto exchange has recently been exploring how AI agents could work together with cryptocurrency payment functions, pointing to a growing overlap between automated software tools and on-chain financial rails.

A recent episode of "Public Keys," aired on the New York Stock Exchange, examined several developments across the blockchain industry, according to Techub News, citing CoinDesk.

On the program, fintech company Figure presented its "Rule of 150" principle and continued to push its tokenized lending business. Figure was described as a blockchain-focused fintech company working to move traditional lending operations on-chain.

The episode also included TD Cowen analyst Lance Vitanza, who discussed industry trends around Bitcoin treasury strategies. Coinbase, for its part, is betting on AI agent technology that can make payments autonomously. The U.S.-listed cryptocurrency exchange has recently been exploring how AI agents could be combined with crypto payment functions.

CoinDesk reported the developments.

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