MetaMask launches self-custodial wallet for AI agents to trade on DeFi platforms
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Margaux Nijkerk
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Summary
MetaMask has launched a new self-custodial wallet called MetaMask Agent Wallet, designed specifically for AI agents to autonomously trade across decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms including swaps, perpetual futures, prediction markets, and liquidity provisioning on Ethereum-compatible blockchains. The wallet emphasizes security as its key differentiator, allowing users to maintain control over their funds while AI agents execute trades and manage capital on their behalf. This launch reflects the growing trend of AI agents participating in crypto markets.
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· 3 pulledMetaMask launched a new self-custodial wallet designed for AI agents, allowing autonomous software to trade across decentralized finance while keeping users in control of their funds
The new MetaMask Agent Wallet gives AI agents access to swaps, perpetual futures, prediction markets and liquidity provisioning across Ethereum-compatible blockchains
MetaMask is pitching security as the wallet's key differentiator
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