Ed Marquez builds payment infrastructure for artificial intelligence. He focuses on enabling AI agents to transact autonomously, solving the problem of machine-native payments using open standards like x402.
At Hashgraph, he grows the Hedera network by helping developers bridge distributed ledgers with modern software. His talks break down how networks handle micro-transactions and how autonomous systems can operate without humans stepping in to clear a checkout.
Before moving into web3, Ed worked on advanced vehicle systems. He holds degrees in engineering and management from Virginia Tech and Harvard.
Videos
HTTP 402: Teaching the Web to Let Agents Pay
Ed Marquez · Hashgraph
World Congress Europe · 2026
Demystifying Crypto & Web3: A Technical Journey Through 15 Years of Innovation
Ed Marquez · Hedera
World Congress · 2025
Exploring 5 Key Applications of AI Abundance with Blockchain Assurance
Ed Marquez · Hashgraph
World Congress · 2024