MetaMask debuts AI agent wallet with up to $10K in transaction protection coverage

MetaMask Launches AI Agent Wallet With Built-In Security Controls - Decrypt

MetaMask launches Agent Wallet for AI agents trading autonomously—Guard Mode pre-approves transactions, Beast Mode allows independent operation with 2FA for flagged threats. Addresses custody gap as AI agents typically operate with direct key access. Coinbase and MoonPay launched competing solutions, signaling that autonomous agent security is now infrastructure table-stakes.