AI Enhances Crypto Innovation at Hong Kong Web3 Festival

At the 2026 Hong Kong Web3 Festival, Austin Griffith, head of Builder Growth at the Ethereum Foundation, highlighted the transformative potential of AI in the crypto space. According to Foresight News, Griffith emphasized that AI can enhance the cypherpunk ethos, allowing individuals to create desired applications without needing to be developers. AI agents are unlocking numerous interactive and creative possibilities, such as on-chain stablecoin payments. With the right skills and effective use of AI agents, new products can be developed. Griffith also predicted that in the future, AI agents will autonomously sign interactions without compromising private keys. He envisions a scenario where these agents will hire each other and have clearly defined roles, significantly aiding users in understanding and engaging with cryptocurrencies.