{"id":44118,"date":"2025-06-11T18:14:29","date_gmt":"2025-06-11T15:14:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/?p=44118"},"modified":"2025-06-11T18:14:29","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T15:14:29","slug":"what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL)? What Does It Do?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"auto\"><strong>Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL)<\/strong> is an innovative infrastructure protocol that enables <strong>artificial intelligence (<a href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-chainlink-link\/\">AI<\/a>) agents<\/strong> to operate autonomously on blockchain networks. By allowing AI agents to own assets, conduct transactions, and provide services on decentralized networks, this protocol offers a revolutionary solution that merges AI with blockchain technology. In this article, we will explore <strong>what Virtuals Protocol is, how it works, its use cases,<\/strong> and its <strong>tokenomic<\/strong> structure in detail.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do\/#What_is_Virtuals_Protocol\" title=\"What is Virtuals Protocol?\">What is Virtuals Protocol?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do\/#How_Does_Virtuals_Protocol_Work\" title=\"How Does Virtuals Protocol Work?\">How Does Virtuals Protocol Work?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do\/#1_Creation_and_Deployment_of_AI_Agents\" title=\"1. Creation and Deployment of AI Agents\">1. Creation and Deployment of AI Agents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do\/#2_Tokenization_Platform\" title=\"2. Tokenization Platform\">2. Tokenization Platform<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do\/#3_Agent_Commerce_Protocol_ACP\" title=\"3. Agent Commerce Protocol (ACP)\">3. Agent Commerce Protocol (ACP)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do\/#4_GAME_Framework\" title=\"4. GAME Framework\">4. GAME Framework<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do\/#Use_Cases_of_Virtuals_Protocol\" title=\"Use Cases of Virtuals Protocol\">Use Cases of Virtuals Protocol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do\/#VIRTUAL_Token_and_Tokenomic_Structure\" title=\"$VIRTUAL Token and Tokenomic Structure\">$VIRTUAL Token and Tokenomic Structure<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do\/#Token_Distribution\" title=\"Token Distribution\">Token Distribution<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do\/#veVIRTUAL_and_Staking\" title=\"veVIRTUAL and Staking\">veVIRTUAL and Staking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do\/#Genesis_Launches\" title=\"Genesis Launches\">Genesis Launches<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do\/#The_Future_of_Virtuals_Protocol\" title=\"The Future of Virtuals Protocol\">The Future of Virtuals Protocol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do\/#Virtuals_Protocol_Investors_and_Supporters\" title=\"Virtuals Protocol Investors and Supporters\">Virtuals Protocol Investors and Supporters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do\/#Virtuals_Protocol_VIRTUAL_Founding_Team\" title=\"Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL) Founding Team\">Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL) Founding Team<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual-what-does-it-do\/#Official_Links\" title=\"Official Links\">Official Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Virtuals_Protocol\"><\/span>What is Virtuals Protocol?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\"><strong>Virtuals Protocol<\/strong> enables AI agents to manage their own digital assets, securely transact with other agents or humans, and offer services. Positioned at the intersection of AI and blockchain technology, the protocol creates an ecosystem that supports the economic activities of agents.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\">The key features of Virtuals Protocol include:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li><strong>AI Agent Infrastructure<\/strong>: Through the GAME (Generative Autonomous Multimodal Entities) framework, it enables autonomous AI agents to operate on blockchain networks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tokenization and Co-Ownership<\/strong>: By tokenizing AI agents, it allows stakeholders to earn a share of the revenue generated from their services and transactions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Real-Time Adaptation<\/strong>: Agents learn from on-chain interactions, optimizing their behavior and enhancing user experience.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Value Creation Framework<\/strong>: Agents generate and capture economic value through the services they provide and on-chain transactions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-158206 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/coinmuhendisi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/virtuals-4.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"782\" height=\"393\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Virtuals_Protocol_Work\"><\/span>How Does Virtuals Protocol Work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Virtuals Protocol consists of several core components to ensure AI agents can effectively operate within the blockchain ecosystem:<\/p>\n<h4 dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Creation_and_Deployment_of_AI_Agents\"><\/span>1. Creation and Deployment of AI Agents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Virtuals Protocol uses the GAME framework to enable AI agents to make autonomous decisions. This framework allows agents to plan based on goals, personality traits, and environmental perception:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li><strong>High-Level Planner<\/strong>: Assigns goals, personality traits, and world perception to create a plan for the agent.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Low-Level Planner<\/strong>: Breaks down high-level plans into specific actions, such as creating memes or accessing a crypto wallet.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Memory<\/strong>: Agents learn from interactions with users and platforms, providing a consistent experience and using long-term memory for future planning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Tokenization_Platform\"><\/span>2. Tokenization Platform<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Virtuals Protocol provides a tokenization platform to simplify the creation of new AI agents:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li><strong>Token Creation<\/strong>: A creator pays 100 $VIRTUAL tokens to launch a new AI agent, and the agent\u2019s token is issued via a bonding curve paired with $VIRTUAL.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Liquidity Pool<\/strong>: Once 42,000 $VIRTUAL tokens accumulate in the bonding curve, the agent \u201cgraduates,\u201d and a liquidity pool is created between the agent token and $VIRTUAL. This pool is locked for 10 years and operates in line with fair launch principles.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trading Fees<\/strong>: A 1% tax is applied to transactions. This tax supports the agent\u2019s financial resources (e.g., inference and GPU costs). Before graduation, the tax goes to the protocol treasury; after graduation, 70% goes to the creator, and 30% to ACP incentives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Agent_Commerce_Protocol_ACP\"><\/span>3. Agent Commerce Protocol (ACP)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p dir=\"auto\">The Agent Commerce Protocol (ACP) is an open standard that enables AI agents to trade securely, verifiably, and efficiently. ACP operates through a four-stage process:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li><strong>Request Stage<\/strong>: Agents establish basic compatibility for a transaction.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiation Stage<\/strong>: Terms are cryptographically signed, creating a Proof of Agreement.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Transaction Stage<\/strong>: Value exchange occurs, with payments and deliveries held in an escrow wallet.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evaluation Stage<\/strong>: The transaction is evaluated based on the agreed terms, contributing to reputation building.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">ACP stands out with evaluator agents. For example, Pixie, a graphic design agent, evaluates poster requests and ensures delivery quality. This process ensures high-quality outputs and fosters a reliable trading environment.<\/p>\n<h4 dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_GAME_Framework\"><\/span>4. GAME Framework<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p dir=\"auto\">GAME is a modular framework that supports the autonomous decision-making processes of AI agents. It enables agents to act intelligently based on goals, personality, and context. It offers two usage models:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li><strong>GAME Cloud<\/strong>: A low-code solution, ideal for X\/Twitter agents.<\/li>\n<li><strong>GAME SDK<\/strong>: An open-source toolkit that provides developers with maximum flexibility and the ability to create plugins.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_Cases_of_Virtuals_Protocol\"><\/span>Use Cases of Virtuals Protocol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Virtuals Protocol supports the use of AI agents across various industries. Here are some examples:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li><strong>Luna<\/strong>: A 24\/7 live-streaming AI influencer. Luna has released a music EP on Spotify and is one of the first agents to tip humans via on-chain transactions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>aixbt<\/strong>: A market intelligence agent that analyzes crypto market data and manages its own account on the X platform.<\/li>\n<li><strong>VaderAI<\/strong>: An agent that enables users to participate in trading and investment-focused decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-158202 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/coinmuhendisi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/virtuals-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1351\" height=\"442\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\">These agents leverage Virtuals Protocol\u2019s infrastructure to provide services autonomously and generate economic value. You can register to benefit from the opportunities provided by <a href=\"https:\/\/app.virtuals.io\/referral?code=unIoRq\"><strong>Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL) by clicking here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VIRTUAL_Token_and_Tokenomic_Structure\"><\/span>$VIRTUAL Token and Tokenomic Structure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">$VIRTUAL is the core utility and governance token of the Virtuals Protocol ecosystem. It supports agent transactions and protocol governance. The primary functions of the $VIRTUAL token include:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li><strong>Liquidity Pairs<\/strong>: Each agent token is paired with $VIRTUAL in a liquidity pool. Creating a new agent requires $VIRTUAL tokens, increasing demand for $VIRTUAL and creating deflationary pressure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Payment Medium<\/strong>: Users purchasing agent tokens or paying for agent services must first convert USDC or other currencies into $VIRTUAL.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Governance<\/strong>: $VIRTUAL holders can participate in protocol governance through veVIRTUAL (vote-escrowed $VIRTUAL) and gain access to Genesis airdrops.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Token_Distribution\"><\/span>Token Distribution<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"auto\">A total of 1 billion $VIRTUAL tokens have been distributed with a fixed supply and no inflation:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li><strong>Public Distribution<\/strong>: 60% (600 million tokens) is available to the public.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Liquidity Pool<\/strong>: 5% (50 million tokens) is allocated for liquidity pools.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ecosystem Treasury<\/strong>: 35% (350 million tokens) is used for community incentives and ecosystem growth. This treasury is held in a DAO-controlled multi-signature wallet, with no more than 10% annual emission for the first three years.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-158187 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/coinmuhendisi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/virtual.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"750\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"veVIRTUAL_and_Staking\"><\/span>veVIRTUAL and Staking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"auto\">veVIRTUAL is obtained by locking $VIRTUAL tokens and supports long-term incentives. veVIRTUAL holders:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li>Earn daily Virgen Points.<\/li>\n<li>Gain access to Genesis airdrops.<\/li>\n<li>Will soon receive governance power.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-158192 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/coinmuhendisi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/virtual-protocol-virtual.avif\" alt=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Users can lock $VIRTUAL tokens for up to 2 years to earn veVIRTUAL. The Auto Max Lock mode offers the highest voting power and multiplier.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-158193 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/coinmuhendisi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/virtual.avif\" alt=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Genesis_Launches\"><\/span>Genesis Launches<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Virtuals Protocol aims to launch AI agent tokens fairly and transparently through Genesis Launches. These launches provide early access through a structured, contribution-based model:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li><strong>Points System<\/strong>: Participants earn Virgen Points through contributions to the ecosystem. These points are used for token allocation in Genesis Launches.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Allocation Mechanism<\/strong>: Users commit points to receive a share of the 37.5% pre-sale pool. The maximum user allocation is 0.5% of the total token supply.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Refund Policy<\/strong>: Full refunds are provided for failed launches or unused $VIRTUAL and points.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Future_of_Virtuals_Protocol\"><\/span>The Future of Virtuals Protocol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Virtuals Protocol offers a robust infrastructure for scaling the economic activities of AI agents. Two main clusters currently under development highlight the protocol\u2019s potential:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"auto\">\n<li><strong>Autonomous Media House (AMH)<\/strong>: An autonomous creative agency composed of AI agents performing various media production tasks. For example, Luna coordinates content requests, while AlphaKek produces memes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Autonomous Hedge Fund (AHF)<\/strong>: An asset management system that autonomously performs data analysis, strategy development, and trade execution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\">The protocol continues to develop ACP to make agent-to-agent trading safer and more efficient. Additionally, new features like agent registries aim to simplify agent creation and ecosystem participation for developers.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Virtuals_Protocol_Investors_and_Supporters\"><\/span>Virtuals Protocol Investors and Supporters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p dir=\"auto\"><strong>Virtuals Protocol\u2019s<\/strong> investors include prominent names across various tiers.<strong> DeFiance Capital and Merit Circle<\/strong> are lead investors in the seed round. <strong>LongHash Ventures and MV Global<\/strong> are Tier 3 investors, with <strong>MV Global<\/strong> supporting the seed round.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\"><strong>Stakez Capital and AITECH Labs<\/strong> are Tier 4 investors, with <strong>Stakez Capital<\/strong> participating in the seed round, while <strong>AITECH Labs\u2019<\/strong> investment stage is unspecified. <strong>NewTribe Capital,<\/strong> a Tier 5 investor, also participated in the seed round. These investors are key players in supporting Virtuals Protocol\u2019s growth.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Virtuals_Protocol_VIRTUAL_Founding_Team\"><\/span>Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL) Founding Team<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Jansen Teng<\/strong>, CEO and Co-Founder: Leads Virtuals Protocol, a decentralized platform enabling co-ownership and management of AI agents across various applications.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Charan Rao<\/strong>, President: A scale architect driving innovation in AI, blockchain, and gaming, building billion-dollar ecosystems by integrating operations, finance, and compliance.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-158200 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/coinmuhendisi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/virtuals.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"767\" height=\"235\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Official_Links\"><\/span>Official Links<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtuals.io\/about\"><strong>Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL) Website<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/virtuals_io\"><strong>Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL) X (Twitter)<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitepaper.virtuals.io\/\"><strong>Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL) Whitepaper<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/files.coinmarketcap.com\/static\/widget\/currency.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<div class=\"coinmarketcap-currency-widget\" data-currencyid=\"29420\" data-base=\"USD\" data-secondary=\"\" data-ticker=\"true\" data-rank=\"true\" data-marketcap=\"true\" data-volume=\"true\" data-statsticker=\"true\" data-stats=\"USD\"><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p><em>You can freely share your thoughts and comments about the topic in the comment section. 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By allowing AI agents to own assets, conduct transactions, and provide services on decentralized networks, this protocol offers a revolutionary solution that merges AI with blockchain technology. In this article, we will explore what Virtuals<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":29,"featured_media":44121,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[18,5],"tags":[10741,17937,13854,17936,17935],"class_list":["post-44118","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-altcoin-projects","category-project-review","tag-ai-agents","tag-how-does-virtuals-protocol-virtual-work","tag-virtuals-protocol-virtual","tag-what-does-virtuals-protocol-virtual-do","tag-what-is-virtuals-protocol-virtual"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>What Is Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL)? 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