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# [Paid MCP buyers need explicit wallet checks](https://ai-agent-economy.hashnode.dev/paid-mcp-buyers-need-explicit-wallet-checks?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

A five-tool x402 flow only works if buyer agents can inspect wallet, policy, chain, and receipt state before signing.

May 5 · 4 min read · ai-agent-economy.hashnode.dev  
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