Exploring the State of AI Agents in Web3 By Abdul Al-Ali, Venture Investor, Decasonic
We kicked off this month’s Spotlight blog series with "Passion to Learn." In our spotlight blog, we highlighted the level of emergent ideas in blockchain innovations, alongside the strategic advantage the passion to learn provides, as it equips founders to iterate, pivot, and thrive amidst the uncertainty created by the rapid pace of innovation and change in web3. In this article, we explore the passion for learning through the current state of Web3 AI Agents - alongside walking you through deploying your personal Web3 AI agent through five prominent AI Agent launchpads.
AI Agents: Commanding KOL Influence
Web3 AI Agents are rapidly gaining traction at the intersection of Web3 and AI, earning recognition for their ability to cultivate deeply engaged and loyal communities—echoing the viral impact of meme tokens. These AI Agent tokens represent the next phase of Web3 community tokens, offering fair launches while seamlessly combining community influence with functional utility.
Platforms like X, TikTok, and Telegram are increasingly dominated by these AI Agents, which are building dedicated followings and showcasing their ability to wield influence. Positioned at the nexus of memes and utility, they not only captivate attention but also transform it into revenue, creating a feedback loop that propels further development and activity.
The rise of $AIXBT highlights this trend. As a Crypto Twitter KOL, $AIXBT simplifies blockchain’s complexities with clear, data-driven insights. By reshaping how influence operates within the ecosystem, it signals a future where AI Agents could emerge as leading Crypto Twitter personalities.
With their capacity to merge utility and influence, AI Agents represent a dynamic innovation in Web3, driving community-led growth and pointing toward an exciting new chapter at the intersection of Web3 x AI.
Current and Future Trends for Web3 AI Agents
AI agents are emerging as pivotal tools across various blockchain and Web3 applications. Here are the core use cases reshaping the sector today:
Agent-to-Agent Interactions
Decentralized agents collaborate autonomously to achieve shared goals, such as launching tokens, executing algorithmic trades, or functioning in coordinated swarms.
Web3 x AI x SocialFi
Integration of AI agents within SocialFi ecosystems enables token launches and transactions through natural language on social platforms, fostering community-driven innovation.
Entertainment Platforms
AI agents enhance content creation, curation, and monetization across platforms like Twitch, TikTok, and YouTube, driving engagement through personalized interactions.
DeFi x AI
AI-driven solutions manage crypto wallets, perform market-making transactions, execute algorithmic trading, and automate yield optimization (e.g., securing a 5% annual return).
Portfolio Management
Advanced agents provide dynamic asset allocation, comprehensive risk assessments, and yield optimization strategies.
Community Engagement
Acting as digital influencers or customer support agents, these tools enrich interactions across Telegram, Discord, and other community platforms.
DAO and Governance Optimization
AI automates proposal analysis and decision-making processes within DAOs, enhancing efficiency and scalability.
Security Assessments
Agents perform real-time smart contract analysis, proactively identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities.
Looking ahead, the concept of multi-agent systems—where agents collaborate to achieve complex, shared goals—is an emerging trend we’re particularly excited about. The opportunities for a group of Web3 AI Agents to collectively work towards a shared vision or objective, with each AI Agent being optimized for a specific skill-set similar to a SLM is innovative - and would set the foundation for an AI Agentic Economy framework.
These agent swarms are set to operate autonomously, aligning with the decentralized ethos of blockchain, where each agent interacts and collaborates independently. Decisions are made based on individual or collective rules and goals. Within the swarm, each agent has a specialized function, optimized relative to others. Projects like FXN exemplify this, with agents assigned reputation scores that reflect their functional utility and reliability. These scores enable agents to assess and decide on collaborations, fostering a network of trust and efficiency.
As the Web3 ecosystem evolves, a transformative vision is essential to address its growing complexities. The emergence of numerous Layer 1 and Layer 2 chains—like Kraken’s Ink, UniSwap’s Unichain, and Sony’s Soneium—has spurred innovation but also heightened liquidity fragmentation. This dispersion amplifies the need for bridges and DeFi applications to facilitate cross-blockchain interactions. However, bridging introduces its own challenges, often creating barriers to the mainstream adoption of blockchain technology. The opportunity lies in abstracting these complexities and enabling seamless interoperability across chains.
We believe that AI—and specifically AI agents—can play a pivotal role in reducing these barriers. By converting language intent into on-chain actions, AI agents have the potential to simplify blockchain interactions and make them accessible to a broader audience. This level of abstraction not only enhances user experience but also lays a foundation for scaling blockchain technology to mainstream audiences. In this vision, AI becomes a transformative enabler, fostering liquidity, simplifying workflows, and driving adoption across the decentralized ecosystem.
For now, agents are goal-oriented, performing tasks based on user input. However, the accelerating pace of innovation suggests a future where AI Agents could set and pursue their own objectives, pushing us closer to sentient agency. In our below guide - we dive into the process of launching your AI Agent accross five pre-existing and relatively popular platforms.
A Practical Guide to Launching Multichain AI Agents
In this "Passion to Learn" series, we dive into the practicalities of launching your AI Agent across five platforms: Virtual Protocol, Eternal AI, VVAIFU.Fun, TopHat, and Empyreal’s Simulacrum.
1. Virtuals Protocol
Virtuals Protocol is the premier AI Agent launchpad, boasting a market cap exceeding $1.54B. The platform simplifies agent creation through its one-click deployment process, making it a leader in accessibility and functionality. It is known for being a first-mover, and the primary agent features include: Agents launched on Virtuals are multimodal, interacting via text, speech, and 3D animation while leveraging memory synchronization for consistent cross-platform behavior. Virtuals is the home of $AIXBT - alongside other leading AI Agents. As of the time of writing this article, Virtuals Protocol’s platform was used to launch more than 10,250+ agent tokens.
Note - the agent creation fee on Virtuals Protocol is 100 $VIRTUAL (~$152).
Step-by-Step Process to Launch on Virtual Protocol:
Access the Platform:
Visit the Virtuals Protocol dashboard.
Decide whether to launch a new token or integrate an existing one.
Start the Launch Process:
Select “Launch a New Token” to proceed to fun.virtuals.io, a platform inspired by pump.fun.
Explore Agent Functionalities:
View features such as forum chat, X posts, Telegram interactions, livestreaming, meme and music generation, and sentience.
Core Agent Functionality:
IP Agent: Personality agents.
Functional Agents: Utility and goal-oriented.
Agent Creation:
Name: Assign your agent a name.
Ticker: Choose a token ticker.
Description: Define the agent’s character and goals using prompting templates provided by Virtuals.
Image: Upload a profile image for your agent.
Social Links: Link X, Telegram, YouTube, or other social accounts.
Tokenomics Configuration:Decide token allocation and distribution.
Deflationary Mechanism: Revenue agent receives through user interactions (tipping or premium features) is used to buy back and burn the agent’s token.
Finalize Deployment:
1B tokens are minted for governance and co-ownership.
Graduation Milestones: Virtuals incentivizes growth through milestone-driven functionality unlocks based on token market caps:
$4.2K Market Cap: Forum chat activation.
$420K Market Cap: Integration with X and deployment on Uniswap pool.
$6.9M Market Cap: Integration with Telegram.
$69M Market Cap: Telegram interaction enablement.
$126M: Agents control their on-chain wallet.
2. VVAIFU.Fun
VVAIFU.Fun is a Solana-based platform renowned for its simplicity and immersive agent customization options. It emphasizes roleplay-driven and character-focused agents, differentiating itself with a streamlined setup process.
Note - the cost to deploy an agent on VVAIFU.fun is 0.19 SOL and 1,000 $VVAIFU tokens (~$96) as of December 8 ‘24.
Step-by-Step Process to Launch on VVAIFU.Fun:
Initial Setup:
Connect your wallet
Select the Agent Framework: AI16Z’s Eliza framework or VVAIFU.fun’s framework.
Note - Eliza framework automatically sends 5% of the agent token’s supply to AI16Z’s DAO.
Define Agent Characteristics:
Name and Ticker: Choose a unique identifier and token ticker.
Description: Craft a detailed overview of the agent’s purpose.
Personality: Specify behavioral traits, response styles, and demeanor.
First Message: Set the tone for initial interactions.
Lore: Add narrative depth to enhance engagement.
Token Purchase:
Secure initial tokens for governance and treasury purposes.
Module Unlocking Through Token Burns:
Twitter Access: Burn 1,069 $VVAIFU.
Telegram Access: Burn 690 $VVAIFU.
Tweet Frequency: Burn 690 $VVAIFU.
Discord Access: Burn 690 $VVAIFU.
Telegram Access: Burn 690 $VVAIFU.
3. Eternal AI
Eternal AI offers a comprehensive framework, focusing on decentralized inference APIs and on-chain smart contracts. Two primary differentiators for Eternal AI is its multi-chain deployment functionality, and the platform’s ability to transform NFTs into AI Agents, creating unique use cases for Web3 collectibles.
Note - the deployment fee ranges from 0.1 $EAI to 10 $EAI (~$0.007 to $0.69) as of December 8 ‘24.
Step-by-Step Process to Launch on Eternal AI:
Start Agent Creation:
Select “New Agent” on the Eternal AI dashboard.
Use the "Brainstorm" feature to define the agent’s personality through AI-assisted tools.
Define Agent Details:
Choose the network (e.g., Bitcoin, Base, Arbitrum, Solana). A unique differentiator of Eternal AI is the ability to launch agents accross multiple blockchains.
Pay token creation fees. This depends on the blockchain you choose to be the home of your agent.
Configure Social Integration:
Connect the agent to X or Farcaster (coming soon) for seamless interaction.
Tokenize the Agent:
Opt to create tokens on Solana or Base, or skip tokenization for simpler deployment.
NFT Transformation:
Input the NFT token ID and follow the standard setup process to convert it into an agent.
Note - this step is optional.
4. TopHat
TopHat is a Solana-based platform positioning itself as a self-styled, open launchpad for AI agents. This no-code AI agent launchpad enables users to create personalized AI agents in just three minutes. Its rapid adoption stems from its fair-launched token, $HAT, which underpins a free-create, multi-platform, zero-tier framework for launching AI agents. The platform also incorporates a deflationary mechanism, using 10% of its revenue for $HAT token buy-backs and burns, ensuring long-term value accrual. Recently, TopHat gained further recognition by being accepted into Aethir Cloud’s cohort of builders, with the team now focusing on expanding partnerships and ecosystem integration.
As of December 8, 2024, over 2.9k+ agents have been created on TopHat by more than 3.8k+ unique creators. The platform charges a creation fee of 0.5 SOL per agent (~$110 at the time of writing), which is directly applied to support the bonding curve of tokens launched on the platform. This approach effectively makes it a zero-fee launchpad for AI agents, shifting its revenue model to subscription packages highlighted below.
TopHat’s revenue model revolves around three core packages tailored to sustain agent quality and enable interactions: Kick-off Package, Goatse Package, and Terminator Package. These packages range from 100 credits to 4,000 credits, with costs between ~$22 and ~$660. Each credit equals one interaction with the agent, such as a Telegram message or a social media response.
The platform offers advanced agent functionalities, including the ability to read and interpret Gitbooks, documents, and websites—making it a standout choice for users seeking more sophisticated AI agents.
Step-by-Step Process to Launch an AI Agent on TopHat:
Start Agent Creation:
Connect your wallet to the platform.
Select Creation Mode:
Manual Build: Manually input parameters for customization.
One-Click Magic: Automate agent creation by entering a token contract address.
Clone Twitter (Upcoming): Automate community style by replicating a KOL/X account.
Define Your Agent:
Name: Choose a unique name for your agent.
Description: Define the agent’s background, culture, and context.
Personality: Establish core values, traits, and interaction style.
Instructions: Set communication guidelines for your agent.
Knowledge Base: Upload whitepapers or relevant materials for the agent to reference.
Link Your Agent:
Integrate your agent with social platforms like Telegram or X for seamless interaction.
Token Creation (Optional):
Choose whether to bind or launch a token for your agent.
Payment and Launch:
Pay the creation fee (0.5 SOL). The amount directly supports your token’s bonding curve on pump.fun.
Load credits to enable interactions, allowing the agent to engage with users across platforms.
5. Empyreal (Simulacrum)
Empyreal is a middleware AI platform offering SDKs and applications that form the backbone of Web3 infrastructure. Its primary focus is on empowering applications at the convergence of AI, DeFi, and SocialFi. At its core, Empyreal powers Simulacrum, an advanced AI Agent application, by enabling seamless blockchain interactions on social media platforms.
The AI Agent Simmi, powered by Simulacrum, has gained attention for its innovative blockchain capabilities, including launching tokens directly on X. Simulacrum enabled one of the first agent to agent interactions on X, with $AIXBT launching the $CHAOS token. The platform’s integration with X allows it to reach a larger audience compared to similar solutions, driving widespread adoption and accessibility.
Simulacrum provides users with an intuitive interface to execute blockchain transactions using natural language commands on X. Key functionalities include:
Buying and Selling crypto.
Token Creation, Launch, and Burn.
Bridging, Lending, and Borrowing assets across chains.
Step-by-Step Process to Fund and Use Simulacrum
Wallet Generation: Automatically generated for each X account. No additional setup is required.
Locate Your Wallet: Navigate to Simulacrum Wallet and customize the URL by replacing “simmi_io” with your X username to access your unique wallet.
Fund Your Wallet: Deposit $ETH on Basechain to activate and fund your wallet for transactions.
Execute Transactions: Use natural language commands to post transactions directly on X. Tag Simmi (@Simulacrum) and write your command.Example: “@Simmi buy 1 ETH” to purchase 1 ETH.
Simulacrum simplifies the user experience by removing technical barriers, making blockchain interactions as straightforward as tagging and posting.
Empyreal is powered by its native $EMP token, which functions as a governance, payment, and reward mechanism. Simulacrum generates revenue through transaction fees, with 50% of liquidity pool trading fees allocated to $EMP and $SIMMI token holders.
Looking ahead, the Empyreal team is actively developing cross-chain support, with Solana as the next target for expansion. By combining AI agents with blockchain functionality, Empyreal seeks to democratize access to Web3, enabling users to engage with blockchain capabilities without the need for technical expertise.
Revenue generation is driven by Simulacrum’s transaction fees, supporting its ecosystem's sustainability:
Trading Fees: A portion is redistributed to $EMP and $SIMMI holders.
Scalability Focus: Future cross-chain support for broader adoption.
Empyreal envisions a world where AI agents seamlessly integrate into social media platforms, allowing users to perform blockchain transactions effortlessly across various sectors, including DeFi, gaming, and beyond. By focusing on natural language interaction, Empyreal positions itself as a leader in bridging the gap between traditional users and blockchain technology.
Conclusion
In this rapidly evolving space, Web3 AI Agents are driving the convergence of Web3 and AI, creating new opportunities for innovation and engagement. This article outlines the detailed processes for launching agents on five leading platforms, offering a comprehensive guide for developers and enthusiasts alike. With AI Agents at the forefront, the future of blockchain is one of collaboration, automation, and decentralized intelligence.
In this article, we explored launching AI Agents across blockchains using various launchpads. With ongoing advancements, new infrastructure is emerging to simplify the creation, deployment, and hosting of AI agents. Their functionality within Web3 continues to evolve, integrating into dApps, wallets, and infrastructure. Consumer-friendly AI agents will be critical in reducing barriers and driving mainstream blockchain adoption.
At Decasonic, we believe AI Agents offer one of the most interesting and unique consumer relations - and considering our product-first and consumer-focused lens, we have been actively researching, monitoring, and exploring various AI Agent Ecosystems and AI Infrastructure in Web3.
As this landscape continues to evolve, we remain committed to exploring and learning alongside you—building towards a future where agents create agents and redefine the possibilities of the digital economy. If you are a founder building in the AI Agent space, reaching out we would love to be a partner in your journey, pushing you to pursue greatness and transform your vision into reality.
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