# Quickstart

> **The first AI payment blockchain** - foundational infrastructure empowering autonomous agents to operate and transact with identity, payment, governance, and verification.

Choose your path to get started with Kite:

### [Get Started](https://docs.gokite.ai/get-started-why-kite/introduction-and-mission)

**Why Kite?** - Learn about our mission, use cases, and core concepts

* [Introduction & Mission](https://docs.gokite.ai/get-started-why-kite/introduction-and-mission)
* [Key Use Cases & Players](https://docs.gokite.ai/get-started-why-kite/key-use-cases-and-players)
* [Architecture & Design Pillars](https://docs.gokite.ai/get-started-why-kite/architecture-and-design-pillars)
* [Core Concepts & Terminology](https://docs.gokite.ai/get-started-why-kite/core-concepts-and-terminology)

### [Kite Chain](https://docs.gokite.ai/kite-chain/1-getting-started/network-information)

**Build on Kite** - Network information, tools, and smart contract development

* [Information](https://docs.gokite.ai/kite-chain/1-getting-started/network-information)
* [Tools & Explorer](https://docs.gokite.ai/kite-chain/1-getting-started/tools)
* [Smart Contract Development](https://docs.gokite.ai/kite-chain/3-developing/smart-contracts-list)
* [Sample dApps](https://docs.gokite.ai/kite-chain/4-building-dapps)

### [Integration Guide](https://docs.gokite.ai/integration-guide/workflow-overview)

Coming soon.

## Key Features

* **Cryptographic Identity**: 3-tier identity system for fine-grained governance
* **Native Stablecoin Payments**: Built-in USDC support for instant settlements
* **x402 Compatible:** Support for agent-to-agent (A2A) intents and verifiable message passing.
* **Agent-First Design**: Purpose-built for autonomous agent operations
* **Verifiable Delegation**: Cryptographic proof of payment authority
* **High Performance**: Fast, scalable blockchain infrastructure

## What's New

* **Agentic Commerce**: Complete workflows for AI-powered shopping
* **Smart Contract Templates**: Ready-to-use contracts for common use cases
* **Developer Tools**: Comprehensive SDK and testing framework
* **Security Best Practices**: Guidelines for secure agent integration

## Github : Open an issue

For any documentation updates or corrections, please [open an issue](https://github.com/gokite-ai/developer-docs/issues/new/choose) before submitting a PR, this helps us track and review changes efficiently.

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*Ready to build the future of agentic commerce?* [*Start with our Introduction*](https://docs.gokite.ai/get-started-why-kite/introduction-and-mission)*.*