MetaMask unveils self-custodial wallet for agentic DeFi trading
MetaMask launched a self-custodial cryptocurrency wallet that allows artificial intelligence agents to transact across decentralized finance protocols within user-defined spending and security controls. Users can connect the Agent Wallet to AI agent frameworks and authorize software agents to operate within protocol allowlists. The wallet is compatible with frameworks including OpenAI Codex, Claude Code, OpenClaw and Hermes, according to MetaMask. MetaMask said transactions initiated by AI agents are screened through transaction simulation, threat detection and MEV protection systems before execution. Transactions flagged as malicious or outside a users predefined rules require manual approval. Source: MetaMask The wallet supports token swaps, perpetual futures trading, prediction markets and liquidity provision across Ethereum-compatible networks and Hyperliquid. MetaMask said transactions deemed safe by its security systems are covered by up to $10,000 in loss protection. The product is currently available to a limited group of users through an early access program, with broader availability planned later this summer. Industry interest grows in AI-powered transactions Cryptocurrency companies are rushing to build infrastructure that allows AI agents to manage digital assets and make payments autonomously. In February, Coinbase introduced Agentic Wallets, which allow AI agents to spend, earn and trade cryptos while interacting autonomously with onchain applications. In May, Fireblocks launched Agentic Payments Suite, a platform