Messari releases ChatAndBuild report: A new attempt at the "non-homogeneous agent" economy

On October 28, 2025, blockchain research firm Messari released a research report on ChatAndBuild. The report points out that ChatAndBuild , as a protocol attempting to reshape the digital asset class and the field of AI creation, is dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence from a mere service model into an auditable and tradable asset class. At the heart of this transformation lies its Non-Fungible Agent (NFA) ecosystem, which operates on the BAP-578 standard on the BNB Chain, providing a new path for the minting, ownership confirmation, and verification of smart agents.

Messari research analyst Gunkan stated, "The NFA and BAP-578 standard represent an important step in the experimentation of the crypto space, adding new levels of usability and verifiability to NFTs."

ChatAndBuild's user growth data demonstrates its rapid expansion. Analysis shows that since its public launch earlier this year, the project has amassed over 150,000 registered users globally. This growth is partly attributed to its integration of Anthropic, OpenAI, and Google Cloud technologies, as well as collaborations with educational institutions such as Oxford University, indicating continued market and community interest.

"Every creative person deserves the tools to build, customize, and truly take control of their vision in a low-tech environment," said Christel Buchanan, the company's founder and CEO.

From No-Code Building Platforms to On-Chain Intelligence

Messari analysts explained how the ChatAndBuild platform simplifies the software development process: users describe their ideas in natural language, and the platform uses AI-driven code generation technology to transform them into applications and digital tools. The protocol adopts a "mobile-first" design philosophy and supports over 40 languages, giving it an advantage in regions with relatively limited technological infrastructure. Currently, over 100 applications are generated daily on the ChatAndBuild platform, and data shows that users spend an average of approximately four hours engaged per day.

Non-Fungible Agents (NFAs) attempt to elevate the digital interactive experience beyond the framework of static assets. Unlike traditional NFTs, which are primarily limited to digital artworks or collectibles, NFAs in the ChatAndBuild system operate as "intelligent agents" capable of learning and customization. The minting of each NFA is accompanied by a Proof-of-Prompt (PoP), establishing an on-chain record of its training, configuration, and usage. This mechanism transforms the way assets are authenticated and their provenance traced, making "intelligence" an auditable and transferable characteristic.

“If intelligence can be verified and transferred, then creativity itself will become a form of shared value,” Buchanan points out.

Rebuilding Trust and Cross-Chain Utility

Messari's report analyzes the technical features of the BAP-578 standard. This protocol achieves interoperability by extending the widely used ERC-721 interface and introduces an audit layer, dual-path deployment options, and gas optimization schemes—significantly reducing contract costs compared to traditional token operations. Furthermore, the system embeds agent KYC metadata, allowing creators and enterprises to attach identity and compliance labels, making the platform more compliant with enterprise-level applications and compliance requirements.

ChatAndBuild's architecture supports persistent proxy identities across multiple blockchains, including planned integrations with Solana and Ethereum. The platform's cross-domain ecosystem leverages educational partnerships, government collaborations, and builder community resources. Codechella hackathons held at universities from Singapore to the UK have demonstrated the project's grassroots reach and skills development achievements. Messari analysis indicates that regulated auditing mechanisms, verifiable learning histories, and highly gas-efficient transactions have the potential to provide a new paradigm for future enterprise-level deployments.

Data-driven prospects and strategic roadmap

Messari's assessment outlines ChatAndBuild's phased growth strategy: a short-term focus on user onboarding and language expansion; a mid-term focus on the portability of cross-chain agents and novel cognitive derivative tools; and a long-term vision aimed at achieving institutional adoption. The upcoming NFA Digits auction, offering 100,999 smart agents, demonstrates its plans to build a foundational market. The minting fee of 0.01 BNB per agent creates a relatively transparent and scalable expected revenue model.

Community and developer incentives, including staking rewards and open developer funding programs, have maintained the ecosystem's activity. The report concludes that ChatAndBuild's tiered circuit breaker architecture and permitted vaults are designed to address the growing security needs of programmable, learning digital assets.

Buchanan points out that "agency ownership will become the foundational layer of creative and technological autonomy." This prediction, combined with user engagement metrics and corporate partnerships, sets a benchmark for adoption rates and governance.

NFT Evolution and Agency Economy

By refactoring NFTs into customizable agents with continuous learning capabilities, ChatAndBuild merges AI, blockchain, and no-code movement into a new attempt at an asset economy. It builds credibility among institutional and community participants through the use of cryptographically-anchored proofs, persistent cross-chain identities, and regulatory metadata. A Messari report describes ChatAndBuild's agent economy as a noteworthy case study demonstrating how asset value can shift from speculative digital collectibles to measurable, proactive intelligence.

If these trends continue, platforms like ChatAndBuild could play a role in establishing verifiable standards for AI ownership and creative equity. The project's ability to connect regulated enterprise applications, grassroots education, and the growth of decentralized assets will be a key focus for analysts in the coming quarters.