The Four-Layer Stack for the Internet of Agents
Teams move faster when every infra decision maps to one explicit layer.
The wiki frames market confusion as a layer-mapping problem. Different projects claim "internet for agents" while describing different infrastructure responsibilities.
The Layer Model
- Layer 1: transaction and settlement protocols.
- Layer 2: communication, identity, and governance.
- Layer 3: capability mesh (wrappers, routes, policy).
- Layer 4: runtimes, apps, and vertical products.
Why This Matters for Builders
Without layer clarity, teams overbuild and duplicate infrastructure. With it, you can integrate best-of-breed solutions and preserve modularity.
Operational Rule
Every roadmap item should declare its layer. If it spans layers, split it into separate workstreams with explicit interfaces.