Mirae Asset Securities’ Research Center has highlighted Virtuals Protocol as a leading example of agent fundraising in its February 23, 2026 report. The report describes Virtuals Protocol’s innovative launch mechanism as a new capital formation model for AI agents, which includes features such as smart contract-based Commit/Refund escrow and onchain performance tracking via ERC-8004. This recognition underscores the growing trend of institutional interest in onchain fundraising, as Mirae Asset positions Virtuals Protocol’s approach as a significant advancement that bridges traditional finance with cutting-edge blockchain technologies.
Virtuals Protocol featured in Mirae Asset Securities report on AI agent fundraising
