MetaMask unveils self-custodial wallet for agentic DeFi trading
MetaMask launched an early-access self-custodial “Agent Wallet” that lets AI agents transact across DeFi protocols within user-set spending and security limits. Users can connect the wallet to agent frameworks such as OpenAI Codex, Claude Code, OpenClaw and Hermes, and restrict activity through protocol allowlists. Before execution, agent-initiated transactions are checked with simulation, threat detection and MEV protection; suspicious or out-of-policy actions require manual approval. The wallet supports token swaps, perpetual futures, prediction markets and liquidity provision on Ethereum-compatible networks and Hyperliquid, and includes up to $10,000 in loss protection for transactions deemed safe. Broader availability is planned for later this summer. The launch reflects growing industry momentum around AI agents making crypto payments, alongside similar products from Coinbase, Fireblocks and Visa.
