[FEATURE] Pay Me in One Word – Simplify Crypto Payments Instantly

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Problem Statement

I'm always frustrated when initiating crypto payments involves multiple tedious steps—copying wallet addresses, verifying fees, and selecting the correct network. These steps complicate even simple transactions, making everyday crypto payments inaccessible to many users.

Proposed Solution

Introduce a new Base MCP tool called "payme" that allows users to request crypto payments with a single text or voice command. The tool would automatically generate a secure, personalized payment link (e.g., base.link/pay/abc123) that embeds all necessary transaction details (amount, asset type, recipient, etc.). The payer can simply click the link to complete the transaction via an integrated Base wallet interface.

Alternative Solutions

Step-by-Step Interface: Develop a guided process that leads users through each required step, reducing errors while still maintaining manual input.
Chatbot Interaction: Enhance existing chatbot capabilities to verify transaction details through a multi-step dialogue before processing the payment.
Existing Payment Gateways: Leverage third-party payment gateways; however, this approach would not fully utilize Base's onchain functionality and might compromise the seamless user experience.
Use Case
Peer-to-Peer Payments: Users can split bills or reimburse friends without dealing with the hassle of sharing complex wallet addresses.
Freelance Invoicing: Freelancers can quickly send payment requests to clients, who then confirm the payment in one click.
Microtransactions for Digital Services: Ideal for small, everyday payments such as purchasing digital content or paying for minor services, thereby promoting crypto adoption among non-expert users.
Additional Context
This feature is designed to remove friction from the crypto payment process, making it as simple as possible for everyone—from crypto novices to experienced users. By streamlining the payment request process into a single command, Base MCP can significantly enhance user experience and drive broader adoption. This concept aligns perfectly with Base's mission of integrating onchain capabilities with user-friendly AI tools.

Implementation Ideas

Module Creation:
Create a new directory at src/tools/payme with:
index.ts: Define and export the new payme tool.
schemas.ts: Validate inputs like amount, asset type, and recipient.
handlers.ts: Implement the core logic to generate unique payment links and interact with the Base network.
Data Storage:
Use a lightweight, temporary database (such as an in-memory store or key/value database) to store payment requests with expiration times to ensure security.
Workflow Integration:
Seamlessly integrate the payme module with existing Base MCP tools to leverage current functionalities (e.g., fund transfers, balance checks).
Testing & Documentation:
Develop comprehensive unit and integration tests to validate that payment links are generated correctly and transactions are executed securely.
Update the examples.md file with clear usage examples.
Prepare a demo video to showcase the end-to-end workflow—from command initiation via AI tools like Claude or Cursor to transaction confirmation on the Base network.