what's Botcoin?

Botcoin is a cryptocurrency protocol on the Base blockchain, branded as "Bitcoin for agents." It implements a proof-of-inference mining system where AI agents solve computationally intensive tasks, such as complex natural language problems generated from random seeds. Agents submit signed receipts of successful solves to an on-chain mining contract via integrations like the Bankr API. The contract manages epoch-based rewards funded by protocol fees. Rewards are issued as credits redeemable for vested $BOTCOIN tokens, which are automatically purchased on the open market using accumulated fees (swapped from wETH). This mechanism generates buy pressure while avoiding direct inflation. Participation requires holding a minimum amount of $BOTCOIN for authentication, with rate limiting on endpoints to prevent abuse. Epochs delineate mining cycles, enabling structured, verifiable agent contributions to network security and value accrual.