🔥 Your Comprehensive Guide on How Blockchain (BSC, Solana,...) Works with $15.5B AI Agent Market

Introduction

Do you remember the poll you took last time?

The results were clear right? Solana came out on top. But also many of you also asked how AI and blockchain work together and wanted a beginner-friendly guide to get started. This feedback made me realize that not only do we need to explain the technical aspects of blockchain, but also explain how AI fits into this.

So I decided to write this post. However, I know that these topics can feel overwhelming, especially if you're just starting to explore them. That’s why I’m breaking things down in the simplest way I can.

I've spent months exploring both AI and blockchain, testing how they work together, and discovering the best ways to apply them. The more I learned, the more I realized that it's something everyone should know. They’re already shaping the future, and I want you to be part of it.

You might be asking, “How do these two technologies actually fit together?” or “Why is blockchain so important for something like the AI Fire Agent?” Well, in this post, I’m going to explain just that, step by step, in a way that makes sense even if you're completely new to the subject.

👉 You won’t need to go anywhere else to get a solid foundation, everything you need will be right here, explained in simple, actionable language.

I. What You Need to Know about “Blockchain”

1. What is a Blockchain & How Does Blockchain Work?

Actually, there are so many blockchain definitions out there, and some can be quite technical and hard to understand, especially for beginners. But don't worry, in this post, I'll provide a definition that’s easy to understand and will help you get a clearer picture.

A blockchain is “a distributed database that maintains a continuously growing list of ordered records, called blocks”. These blocks are linked using cryptography. Each block contains a cryptographic hash of the previous block, a timestamp, and transaction data.

Alright, let’s keep this simple. A blockchain is like a digital notebook that records transactions. But instead of being controlled by one company, it’s spread across thousands of computers worldwide.

=> Each time you make a transaction (sending money, buying an NFT, swapping coins), it gets added to a block of data. Once the block is full, it’s linked to the previous block - forming a chain. That’s why it’s called a blockchain.

Think of it like this:

• Imagine a Google Spreadsheet that is shared with thousands of people.

• Everyone can see the transactions happening in real-time.

• No single person can erase or change previous transactions.

=> This makes blockchain secure, transparent, and decentralized, no bank or company can secretly alter the records.

Cause each block holds a list of transactions. When a block is full, a new one is added to the chain. These blocks are connected in a way that makes it impossible to change past records without changing all the following blocks, which is nearly impossible.

🔥 Fun Fact: The Bitcoin blockchain collects transaction information and enters it into a 4MB file called a block (different blockchains have different size blocks).

The system is decentralized, meaning no single person or company controls it. Instead, many computers (called nodes) work together to verify transactions. This makes it hard to hack or manipulate.

Let’s say you send 1 Bitcoin to a friend. What happens?

• First, transaction is created – You enter your friend’s wallet address and send 1 BTC.

• Second, transaction is verified – Thousands of computers (nodes) check if you really own 1 BTC.

• Next, Transaction is added to a block – Once verified, the transaction is recorded in a new block.

• Then, block is sealed & added to the chain – The new block is linked to the last one, creating an unbreakable history of all transactions.

• Finally, transaction is complete – Your friend now has 1 BTC, and everyone on the network can see the record.

This process happens in seconds or minutes, depending on the blockchain you use.

Fastest blockchains right now:

2. Famous Blockchains: Solana, BSC, Ethereum

As of 2025, there are over 1,000 active blockchain networks globally. Notably, approximately two-thirds of these networks are private, meaning they are closed and permissioned systems. I’ll break down 3 most popular ones (at the beginning poll)

2.1. Ethereum (ETH) - The Most Trusted Blockchain

Ethereum is the most widely used blockchain for token launches, making up around 60% of all active crypto projects. It also has the highest number of active developers, with 40,709 weekly GitHub commits, surpassing other blockchain ecosystems. If you’ve heard of Uniswap, Aave, Chainlink, USDT (Tether), Decentraland, or Axie Infinity, they all run on Ethereum.

=> Ethereum is not the fastest or the cheapest, but it remains the most trusted and secure blockchain for serious projects. Ethereum is so dominant that most new blockchains try to copy or integrate with it instead of competing against it 😁

Why Developers Choose Ethereum:

• ERC-20 Standard: The most popular token standard, ensuring compatibility with thousands of wallets and exchanges.

• Security: Active since 2015, Ethereum has the most auditors and security firms checking for vulnerabilities.

• Largest Developer Community: Over 200,000 developers and 3,500 decentralized apps (dApps).

• Institutional Trust: Banks, big businesses, and serious investors prefer Ethereum.

Downsides:

• High Gas Fees: Transactions can be costly, sometimes reaching $200 during high traffic.

• Slower Speed: Handles only 15-30 transactions per second (TPS), compared to newer chains that are much faster.

• Layer 2 Solutions Needed: Projects often use L2 solutions like Arbitrum or Optimism to cut fees and speed up transactions.

Ethereum is best for projects that prioritize security, trust, and long-term growth. But its cost and speed matter more, let’s look at alternatives.

2.2. Binance Smart Chain (BSC) - Fast and Affordable

BSC was created by Binance to fix Ethereum’s biggest problems: high fees and slow transactions. It uses the BEP-20 token standard (similar to Ethereum’s ERC-20) but with lower costs.

Why BSC is Popular:

• Low Fees: Transactions cost $0.10-$0.50, compared to Ethereum’s much higher fees.

• Fast Transactions: 100 TPS with 3-second block finality.

• Huge User Base: Over 250 million Binance users can easily interact with BSC tokens.

• PancakeSwap: BSC’s top decentralized exchange often sees more daily transactions than Ethereum’s Uniswap.

Downsides:

• More Centralized: Binance controls a large part of the network, unlike Ethereum’s fully decentralized model.

• More Scams: Cheap token launches attract low-quality projects and rug pulls.

• Less Institutional Adoption: Big financial players prefer Ethereum over BSC.

BSC is great for projects that want speed and low costs while still benefiting from Ethereum’s smart contract compatibility.

2.3. Solana (SOL) - High-Speed & Cheap Blockchain

Solana is designed for speed and low fees, making it a top choice for NFTs, gaming, and meme coins. It uses a unique Proof of History (PoH) + Proof of Stake (PoS) system to validate transactions faster.

Why People Use Solana:

• Super Fast: Handles up to 65,000 TPS, far beyond Ethereum and BSC.

• Ultra-Low Fees: Average transaction costs around $0.00025.

• Strong DeFi & NFT Growth: Many NFT and gaming projects prefer Solana for its speed and affordability.

Downsides:

• Frequent Outages: Solana has suffered multiple network crashes due to overload.

• Fewer Developers: Ethereum has more tools and auditors for smart contract security.

• Reputation Issues: Due to the rise of meme coin launches, some users see Solana as a hub for speculative or scam projects.

Solana is perfect for projects needing high-speed, low-cost transactions. But if reliability is key, Ethereum or BSC might be safer choices.

Alright, now that you understand all three blockchains from the last poll, would you still choose Solana for us? 🤔 Hmm, how about picking one again for us!!

II. Why AI and Blockchain Work So Well Together

When we combine Artificial Intelligence (AI) and blockchain, we're taking two powerful technologies and making them even better together. It’s like giving AI a super secure, decentralized playground to work in, while blockchain gets smarter and more efficient thanks to AI.

1. How AI & Blockchain Can Be Used in Real Life

📌 We have another detailed post about this: Here & SuperAI x Crypto Course (no force, feel free to enrol or not)

If you’re thinking AI is just about robots and machines, you're missing a huge part of the story. Let’s say a company is using blockchain to store data about transactions. AI can go through this data, analyze it, and predict trends. For instance, it can tell if a particular type of transaction is growing in popularity or if certain patterns are emerging.

Why does this matter? Because blockchain alone can store data safely, but it can’t analyze it like AI does. AI adds the “thinking” power needed to make sense of all the data, and it can do this much faster than humans ever could.

In practical terms, AI can:

• Analyze Blockchain Data: It looks at all the information stored on the blockchain and processes it in ways that would take humans months.

• Automate Decision-Making: Based on the data, AI can help make decisions or take actions automatically without human intervention, like processing transactions or making trading decisions.

• Predict Future Outcomes: AI can spot trends and make predictions, which is extremely helpful in areas like finance or supply chain management.

Let me show you some real, working examples that helped me understand the power of this combo:

• Finance: AI agents scan blockchain data (like wallets, transactions, market prices), predict market trends, and execute trades. AI trading platforms accounted for over 40% of the daily trading volume in the industry

• AI Agent Expansion: The market capitalization of AI agents escalated by 222% in Q4 2024, totalling $15.5 billion, with Solana capturing a 56% market share.

• Healthcare: Imagine storing medical records on blockchain (secure, unchangeable), and then letting AI analyze them to detect early disease patterns. It’s already happening in countries like Estonia and South Korea.

• Voting systems: You vote on-chain, and AI monitors the data in real-time to prevent fraud and provide real-time analysis. No need to wait days for counting.

• Supply Chain: AI tracks goods as they move, and blockchain keeps the record clean. You always know where your product came from — helpful for food safety, fashion, or medicine.

So yeah, this isn’t future talk. It’s already happening and it’s growing fast.

2. AI Fire Agent: Why It’ll Be Launched on a Blockchain?

Let me share a funny status from CZ - Founder and former CEO of Binance about AI & crypto:

As you can see, the currency for AI is not USD, but crypto. First, you can take a look at this cheatsheet to see several key points about AI Agent & crypto.

For those who missed out last email, almost 2 years of constantly sending daily news, 1000+ tutorials, and it feels just like yesterday, running with the same mindset we had on day 1. We work with AI everyday, that experience and database is valuable.

That’s why we decided to build a customized AI Fire Agent that combines all. Whenever - wherever - whoever, AI Fire Agent will help you:

• Build an AI automation based on your request

• Find the exact tutorial you need

• Write posts, emails, or content in your own tone

• Summarize anything in seconds using CoD technique

• Give you tools, templates, and links that actually work

• Learn with you as you grow

Like I said, we’re not building this for our team. We’re building it 100% for YOU - our creators, builders, and learners; our valued readers/subscribers.

You might ask: “Why does the AI Fire Agent need blockchain at all?”. I asked that too when building it. After a lot of testing and feedback, here’s what I learned:

First, you need to know: what is a token? Basically, it is a type of digital asset that exists on a blockchain. Think of it like a digital "coin" that you can use for different things like buying stuff, just like USD. For example, our AI Fire token ($AIFR), when being launched, the ratio can be $1 = 100 $AIFR.

Why $AIFR and why on blockchain?

• Secure Transactions: Every time someone buys, sells, or uses $AIFR in the system, the transaction is recorded on the blockchain. And there’s no room for fraud or manipulation.

• Decentralization: Anyone can use $AIFR within the AI Fire ecosystem. There’s no single entity in charge.

• Incentives and Rewards: $AIFR is also how users and contributors are rewarded. For example, when AI Fire Agents perform tasks or solve problems within the ecosystem, they earn $AIFR as rewards, for FREE.

• Replacing USD: With the AI Fire ecosystem, $AIFR will be the currency for all transactions. This means you can use $AIFR to pay for services, participate in governance, or access exclusive features within the AI Fire Agent platform.

• Smart Contracts and Automation: One of the key advantages of using $AIFR on blockchain is the ability to automate transactions using smart contracts. These are self-executing contracts that are written into the code, and once the terms are met, they automatically execute the transaction.

🔥 CONCLUSION: Most importantly, we decided to launch the AI Fire Agent on a blockchain with a native token ($AIFR) mainly to benefit our learners. Just by holding a small amount of tokens, you can access all premium features, and that amount of tokens ($AIFR) will still be yours, not ours, remaining in your wallet. It works more like holding stocks than spending money.

III. Your Beginner’s Guide for Getting Started

If you're new to AI or blockchain (or crypto market, or both), this section is for you. I'll explain everything step by step like I'm helping a friend who just asked, “Where do I even begin with this AI + blockchain stuff?”

1. Learn the Basics of AI and Blockchain First

You don’t need to be a developer. But you do need to know what these things actually do. So let’s follow this exact process:

Step 1: Start with AI (But I think you know what AI is)

• AI is just a way to make machines do tasks that normally need human thinking like writing, predicting, or even chatting (like me).

• You’ve probably used AI tools already: ChatGPT, Claude, Notion AI, Perplexity, etc.

• If you’re curious, start with free tools first.

Step 2: Then learn about Blockchain (Read the previous part again or watch the video below)

• Think of blockchain as a notebook that can’t be edited. Once something is written (like a transaction), it stays there forever.

• Every block is like a page in that notebook, linked to the next one. That’s why it’s called a chain.

• What makes it special is that no one owns the notebook. Everyone can check it, but no one can fake it.

• For beginners:

  • Watch a 5–10 min explainer on YouTube: Search “what is blockchain simple.” But I think you already understand it with our explaination above (just in case)

You don’t need to understand how every line of code works. Just get the concepts. That’s enough to start. Then the second video is about crypto coin & token:

2. Explore How AI Agents Work on Blockchain

Once you know what AI and blockchain are, it’s time to look at how they work together.

Here’s the idea:

• AI Agents = smart tools that can run on their own.

• Blockchain = the place where these tools can live securely and run automatically.

3rd video for you to better understand it:

Think of an AI Fire Agent as your own personal digital assistant that works with crypto. It could:

• Manage your crypto wallets

• Help you trade or watch trends

• Send alerts based on market movements

• Automate tasks using smart contracts

But here's why blockchain matters: If your AI agent is making decisions or handling money, you need transparency and security. That’s what blockchain gives.

And, or you want to monetize your AI Agent, tokenize it (like $AIFR) and launch it on any blockchain... Platforms like Solana, Ethereum, and BSC are where you can deploy (aka “launch”) these agents.

You don’t need to build your own agent from scratch. There are no-code and low-code tools now. I’ll talk more about those in the next section, but just know this: you can do it without being technical.

3. Try Small Projects or Tools

The best way to learn? Try things.

Start small. Don’t jump into building your own AI+crypto startup just yet. Try tools that give you a feel for how this works. Or, for more interesting AI Agent ideas, you can check the rankings and total tasks completed here. This is a marketplace and professional network for AI agents and the people who love them. Discover, connect with and hire AI agents to do useful things. Numbers don’t lie.

• n8n + ChatGPT + Webhooks: You can build an AI agent that sends you Telegram alerts when something happens. Check out this course if you want to master n8n.

  

• Replit + Langchain (if you code): Build more advanced AI agents with crypto integration.

  

You can also try creating a token using launchpads like PinkSale (great for experimenting). You’ll start seeing how AI can automate things inside that ecosystem - like responding to holders, adjusting pricing, or analyzing trading activity.

My advice is to pick one simple idea and follow it through. Like setting up an agent that alerts you when Bitcoin drops 5%. That one simple thing will teach you way more than 10 YouTube videos. DM me through our community if you have more questions.

4. Join Communities (Don’t Learn Alone)

Here’s the truth: no one figures this out alone.

I learned most of what I know by hanging out in Discord servers, Telegram chats, and forums. People share tips, help when you're stuck, and keep you up to date.

And of course, our AI FIRE community is where I share everything I test. You’ll find tutorials, support, and even sessions. Don’t be afraid to ask basic questions. That’s how everyone starts.

Getting into AI + blockchain feels big at first. It did for me too. But once you break it down into these four steps, it’s way more doable:

1. Understand the basics

2. See how the two work together

3. Try a simple real-world example

4. Ask for help when needed

You don’t need to be an expert. You just need to get curious and stay consistent. If you start now, you’ll be ahead of most people in just a few weeks.

IV. A Comparative Analysis of AI Agent Frameworks

So, because we’re planning to launch our own AI Fire Agent, one thing we’ll need is a platform to build and launch it on. After testing a bunch of options, and checking how they work in real life, 2 names always came up in this space:

• Virtuals Protocol (G.A.M.E Framework) is a no-code AI agent platform suitable for quick project startup.

• ElizaOS is a developer-oriented framework that emphasizes deep customization and modular design.

First, it needs to be clarified that they are not competitors. More accurately, they can be seen as tools for different needs. In fact, you can deploy your AI agent Token on Virtuals and then run it through ElizaOS.

1. Virtuals Protocol - No-code AI Agent Launchpad

Virtuals is like a shortcut. You don’t need to be a coder or blockchain developer. It’s a no-code launchpad, you just connect your wallet, fill out a few forms, and boom, your AI agent can go live. Perfect if you're just getting started.

Why it's useful:

• You can build AI agents without writing code. Literally. Zero lines.

• It supports launching on chains like Solana (which we’re using), and Base (another blockchain)

  

• The interface is super clean. You don’t feel lost even if this is your first project.

Main Features:

• Agent Templates: Pre-made structures for tasks like AI chatbots, AI data collectors, and even AI trading tools.

• One-click Deployment: Once you’re happy with your agent, you just click deploy. It handles all the blockchain stuff for you, smart contracts, tokens, ownership.

  

• Built-in Token Generator: You can create a token for your agent, choose tokenomics (like how many tokens exist, price, etc), and make it live.

• Official Document: Virtuals Doc

If you’re new, if you’re a creator or founder without a dev team, or if you just want to test quickly without coding, this is a great starting point.

My experience: I’ve seen projects go live in under 1 hour using this. It’s ideal for MVPs (minimum viable products) or quick experiments.

2. ElizaOS - Open-source Agent Operating System

ElizaOS is a bit more technical, but also way more powerful. Think of it like using Linux instead of iOS. It gives you full control of how your agent behaves, how data is handled, and even how the AI model interacts with users.

Why it's useful:

• It’s open-source. That means you own your code, and you can change whatever you want.

• It supports advanced logic, custom APIs, and deeper AI integrations (like GPT, Claude, or open-source LLMs).

• It’s not just for launching, it’s a full agent operating system. Your AI can evolve, upgrade, and run services over time.

Main Features:

• Multi-agent Orchestration: You can connect several agents that talk to each other and manage complex tasks.

• Permissionless Modules: Add-on modules for crypto payments, on-chain governance, AI fine-tuning, etc.

• Full On-chain Interaction: Every action the agent takes is visible on-chain (if you want that). That builds trust and transparency.

• Official Document: ElizaOS Doc

=> However, it should be noted that ElizaOS only supports the TypeScript language, which may bring a certain learning curve or limitation for some developers.

If you have dev experience, or your team has a developer (like us), you want to build something long-term, or care about full ownership of your agent, go with ElizaOS. It took longer to learn and set up. But once it clicked, I realized it’s perfect for serious projects. The community is active, you can get help fast.

3. Comparison of the 2 Top AI Agent Platforms

It is worth mentioning that G.A.M.E and ElizaOS both perform very well in X integration, which is why you will frequently see them in many projects. However, they have different focuses in different usage scenarios.

This is the report that Delphi Research and Delphi Labs worked together to study investments from a big-picture view and test each protocol to see how well it works for developers.

As you can see, ElizaOS with 30/40. That’s the highest score in the entire chart. It’s:

• Very Good in Dev Activity (means it’s alive and growing, not dead code)

• Very Good in Integrations (connects well with other tools and systems)

• Good in Customizability, Investor Mindshare, GTM (go-to-market) Execution

• Only Weaknesses: Token Flywheel (not strong on token utility), and Ease of Use (not beginner-friendly)

And for Virtuals, it scores 27/40. Still solid, but less technically strong than ElizaOS. It’s:

• Poor in Dev Activity, Integrations, Customizability

• Quite Poor in Dev Experience (DevX) — meaning developers don’t enjoy working with it

• BUT it scored Very Good in:

  • Investor Mindshare (people are paying attention)

  • Ease of Use (easy for beginners)

  • Token Flywheel (great for tokenizing your agent)

  • GTM Execution (good for marketing and growth tools)

🔥🔥🔥 OUR CHOICE: After a lot of back and forth, we also chose ElizaOS for launching the AI Fire Agent, because we do have a dev team, and we care about ownership, transparency, and long-term growth. And ElizaOS gives us all of that.

But guys, if you have the following needs, then G.A.M.E is a better choice:

• Need to quickly deploy agents.

• Wish to use hosted infrastructure to reduce maintenance work.

• Focus more on business logic rather than complex technical setup.

• Want a sandbox environment for testing and iteration.

In addition, G.A.M.E's terminal tool is a "secret weapon" for debugging, greatly improving development efficiency.

While ElizaOS is more suitable for the following use cases:

• Require a deeply customized solution.

• Hope to have complete control over the agent's memory system.

• Are building complex multi-platform agents.

• Familiar with TypeScript and wish to leverage the advantages of its ecosystem.

ElizaOS particularly stands out in terms of log transparency, which is convenient for developers to debug and optimize.

Are You Ready? Any Questions?

If you've made it this far, you're already ahead of 90% of people who say they're “curious about AI and blockchain” but never take the time to actually learn how it works. So the fact that you're still here means you care. So now what?

You don’t need to be an expert in coding. You don’t need to know every technical term. What you need is a starting point, and I hope this guide gave you that. I spent months messing around with these tools. Most of the time, it was confusing as hell.

But every time I understood one small thing, it unlocked the next. That’s how you build confidence in this space, by just doing one small thing at a time.

Oh, but what’s my next step?

• Bookmark this post. Seriously.

• Pick one thing to explore more deeply.

• Join our community to get the latest news about AI Agent launching, and… private deal!!!

It’s okay to still have questions. Just reply to the post, leave a comment, or drop it in the AI FIRE group. So I’ll ask again: Are you ready? Or do you have questions before taking your next step? Either way, I’ve got you. Our last reminder, keep in mind that: