According to the latest data, artificial intelligence (AI) agent tokens have outperformed other crypto sectors over the past 30 days, experiencing a remarkable double-digit price growth.
This surge comes amid a broader market recovery, with AI agents emerging as the dominant narrative.
Yet, the momentum has reversed. Over the past month, AI agents have seen a 39.4% price growth. The sector has outpaced other narratives like meme coins (+36.9%) and decentralized AI (+16.3%) over the past 30 days.
With the highest relative strength score of +7.7, the tokens have demonstrated exceptional momentum, highlighting their increasing appeal among investors.
CoinGecko data shows that this surge has propelled the total market capitalization of AI agent tokens to $6.4 billion. Among the top ten tokens, Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL) has seen an extraordinary 142.8% increase in value, hitting a two-month high. The token’s growth is underpinned by a notable uptick in active users, signaling strong community engagement and adoption.
Top 10 AI Agents Price Performance. Source: CoinGecko
“AI agents are the hot rotation right now — and Santiment backs it up with a clear surge in social dominance for “AI agents,” mirroring the sharp sector-wide price rebound,” a user noted on X.
The broader interest in the sector extends beyond the crypto market, as evidenced by Google Trends data. Last week, the search volume for the keyword “AI Agents” peaked at 100. At the time of writing, it stood at 94. This reflected growing public curiosity, both within and outside the blockchain space.
Is FOMO Fueling the Latest Surge in AI Agents?
Nonetheless, despite the bullish sentiment, some experts remain skeptical. Simon Dedic, CEO of Moonrock Capital, drew attention to AI and meme coins’ recent outperformance.
According to him, this trend reflects what he describes as the “ultimate mid-curve trade.” In other words, many investors who had previously remained on the sidelines are now rushing to invest in these sectors. Nevertheless, they are driven by the fear of missing out (FOMO) on potential gains as market conditions improve.
Thus, Dedic is highly critical of this behavior. He suggested that these investors focus more on chasing trends than making sound, long-term investment decisions.
“They deserve to lose it all – and most of them probably will. The real alpha will be in the fundamental catch-up trade and it will outperform everything else,” Dedic claimed.
As the market continues to evolve, only time will reveal whether these tokens can maintain their momentum or if the speculative hype will ultimately fade.
Arkham Intelligence has unveiled a new feature allowing users to track the wallets of Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) on X (formerly Twitter).
This development comes amid a flurry of new meme coins, capitalizing on token launchpads for easy launches.
New Arkham Feature Lets Users Track Influencers’ Token Holdings
The update, announced in a recent post, introduces the “Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Label.” It tracks the wallets of influencers with over 100,000 followers on X.
“Influencers with more than 100K+ followers on Twitter/X are now tagged on Arkham with a new label: Key Opinion Leader,” read the announcement.
This means investors can monitor whether influencers genuinely back the tokens they promote or if their endorsements are merely paid advertising. The move has sparked widespread debate within the crypto community, particularly concerning its impact on influencer-endorsed meme coins.
“Biggest scammer on top! Now everyone can watch your wallets. But they should know y’all have multiple ones,” one user wrote.
The introduction of Arkham’s KOL Label comes amid increasing concerns over the reliability of influencer-backed tokens. A recent report revealed that 76% of influencer-endorsed tokens fail to deliver.
Specifically, their value plummeted by more than 90% within just three months.
As BeInCrypto reported, the research suggested earning up to $399 per promotional tweet, incentivizing certain influencers to prioritize financial gain over credibility.
It also showed that many promoted tokens lack fundamental utility and community engagement, leading to inevitable crashes.
“Influencers with over 200,000 followers tend to have the worst performance. The larger the influencer’s following, the lower the performance of the meme coins they promote,” the report claims.
Success Rate of Influencer Predictions based on Followership. Source: CoinWire Research
With Arkham’s new tracking feature, investors can now scrutinize whether influencers hold the tokens they endorse. This could provide greater transparency in an industry plagued by misinformation and deceptive marketing tactics.
“Interesting move—transparency meets influence,” a user on X remarked.
The pattern mirrors previous crypto fads, where early investors profit while latecomers bear the brunt of financial losses. Arkham’s new tool could expose questionable practices, distinguishing genuine endorsements from misleading promotions.
By tracking influencers’ wallet activities, users can identify whether influencers hold the tokens they promote, indicating a true conviction. They could also spot red flags, such as influencers dumping tokens shortly after promoting them.
Experts, including Tron founder Justin Sun, emphasize the importance of fundamentals, tokenomics, and risk management for investors within the volatile meme coin market.
“I will check on the real social engagement. Are those likes real, or it’s just general bullshit? Do they have lots of influence, and the people really believe them? Also, I will see the founders, see their material, and see the memes they made and the videos they made. I will see if this is the right video and the right social engagement,” Sun elaborated.
These approaches reflect the importance of caution and due diligence instead of relying solely on influencer endorsement.
Trust Wallet surpassed 200 million downloads this year and ranked as the most downloaded wallet globally in March 2025. As more users look for direct control over their digital assets, the company is shifting its focus from simple storage to a broader set of tools for interacting with Web3.
In this interview, CEO Eowyn Chen discusses Trust Wallet’s product direction, the growing role of AI, and what it takes to design accessible tools without compromising on autonomy. She also reflects on her leadership approach and the long-term vision behind the company’s push toward user empowerment.
Eowyn Chen: Being a Web3 companion means showing up for users across every step of their journey—not just storing assets, but helping them safely explore, learn, and engage. The wallet is no longer just a tool; it’s the interface to the future economy. That means abstracting technical hurdles, offering helpful context when users need it, and keeping them protected along the way.
For us, it’s also about values—standing on the user’s side, upholding self-custody, and enabling freedom without compromise. Whether someone is making their first swap or interacting with an AI-powered dApp, the wallet should feel like a trusted guide, not a challenge to overcome.
BeInCrypto: Hitting 200 million downloads and topping March 2025’s global wallet charts is no small feat. What do you believe this milestone says about the direction of user behavior in Web3, and what signals are you paying the most attention to?
Eowyn Chen: This milestone shows that users are increasingly prioritizing autonomy, access, and ownership. Self-custody is no longer just for early adopters—it’s becoming a mainstream expectation.
We’re also seeing strong demand for tools that make Web3 simpler without sacrificing control. That means onboarding must improve, cross-chain interactions must feel seamless, and safety must be embedded into the experience.
At a deeper level, we’re tracking signals beyond just volume: retention, confidence, and the kinds of real-world problems users are trying to solve with Web3 tools. Our job is to listen closely and build with intention, not just scale for growth’s sake.
Eowyn Chen: It’s a fine balance, but an essential one. The ethos of self-custody means putting users in control—but that shouldn’t mean putting them through unnecessary friction. We’re working to abstract away pain points like gas fees, key management, and confusing transaction flows, while still keeping users informed and empowered. Our approach is to blend technical standards (like account abstraction) with intuitive UX and even AI-driven assistance. The goal is to make the complexity feel seamless—so users don’t need to think about what’s under the hood, only that it works, and they’re in control.
BeInCrypto: You’ve spoken about Trust Wallet evolving into something like the “Revolut of Web3.” What does that analogy look like in practice—and how do onramps, token discovery, and scam protection play into that larger ambition?
Eowyn Chen: Think of it as combining the polish and ease of a Web2 fintech app with the freedom and transparency of Web3.
In practice, this means enabling users to move smoothly across experiences: accessing crypto with fiat, discovering real on-chain opportunities, engaging with dApps, and avoiding threats like scams or fake tokens. It’s about building a unified experience where everything—from token discovery to protection to exploration—feels cohesive and trusted.
We’re not trying to replace banks or exchanges, but to offer a self-custody alternative that feels just as seamless and far more empowering.
BeInCrypto: TWT utility is growing beyond governance into a more integrated part of the user journey. What role do you see it playing in strengthening user retention, trust, and community participation in 2025 and beyond?
Eowyn Chen: We’re focused on aligning TWT utility with meaningful user value. That includes areas like supporting gas fees, boosting staking rewards, or unlocking loyalty and referral benefits.
The more TWT becomes part of the everyday user experience—without compromising security or sovereignty—the more it can help strengthen long-term engagement. It’s not about short-term incentives, but creating mechanisms that reward participation, build trust, and reinforce community ownership over time.
BeInCrypto: With AI-powered assistance becoming part of Trust Wallet’s interface, how do you balance the value of helpful automation with the responsibility of preserving user agency and privacy?
Eowyn Chen: We believe AI can enhance self-custody, not replace it. The key is giving users smarter context, not taking decisions out of their hands. Whether it’s flagging a suspicious address, summarizing a transaction, or helping someone troubleshoot an issue, AI should feel like a co-pilot—not a black box.
Privacy is non-negotiable, so we’re building AI in ways that don’t compromise control or expose sensitive data. The vision is a wallet that knows you well enough to help, but respects your boundaries. It’s about trust, transparency, and user-first design at every layer.
BeInCrypto: You’ve led Trust Wallet through volatile markets and deep technical shifts. What has shaped your leadership style most—and how do you keep your team aligned with a long-term mission when the industry often rewards short-term hype?
Eowyn Chen: Resilience, clarity, and values. This industry moves fast, but we’ve seen time and again that chasing hype doesn’t build lasting trust.
What grounds me is staying close to our users and our mission: to empower people with ownership, access, and opportunity. I try to lead with transparency—sharing both our ambitions and our challenges—and to create space for builders to experiment without losing sight of why we’re here.
The best ideas often come from people who deeply care, so part of leadership is protecting that space while still moving decisively.
BeInCrypto: Looking ahead, what would success look like for Trust Wallet not just in terms of users or revenue, but in terms of reshaping how people interact with digital value every day?
Eowyn Chen: A big part of success means users don’t even have to think about the word “Web3”—they just do what they need to do, confidently and securely. Whether it’s sending money to family, collecting rewards, securely storing their crypto assets, or interacting with a digital ID, their wallet handles it naturally.
We want to help make self-custody the default experience—not just for crypto, but for digital value in all forms.
If we’ve done our job right, users will feel more empowered, more connected, and more in control of their digital lives—not just because of Trust Wallet, but because of what it enabled them to do.
Authorities in Hong Kong have arrested 12 individuals tied to a cross-border criminal syndicate. The group allegedly laundered over $15 million through cryptocurrencies and hundreds of fraudulent bank accounts.
The Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) announced that the suspects—nine men and three women aged between 20 and 40—were apprehended during coordinated raids across various districts.
Hong Kong Uncovers Crypto Syndicate Running 550 Shell Accounts
According to a South China Morning Post report, the syndicate allegedly funneled over HK$118 million ($15 million). The funds moved through more than 550 fraudulent bank accounts and virtual asset platforms.
Investigators revealed that the suspects obtained or rented personal details and bank accounts from locals and mainland residents to facilitate their scheme.
During the raids, police confiscated over HK$1.05 million ($134,000) in cash, 560 ATM cards, multiple mobile phones, and numerous financial documents.
Police say the group targeted individuals from mainland China. They helped these individuals open shell accounts in both conventional and digital banks in Hong Kong.
“The syndicate had established an operational base in a flat in Mong Kok since mid-2024. Mainland recruits were housed in this location and awaited instructions to process illicit funds as they flowed into the shell accounts,” Chief Inspector Lo Yuen-shan said.
Once the funds entered these accounts, they were moved through virtual asset exchanges to conceal their origins. The suspects have been formally charged with conspiracy to commit money laundering.
In October 2024, the Hong Kong police reportedly dismantled a similar cross-border operation. The syndicate had defrauded victims of over HK$360 million ($46 million) through romance and pig butchering scams.
That group had recruited university graduates with tech backgrounds and collaborated with foreign cybercriminals to build fake investment platforms.
In a recent meeting with Qatari officials, Hong Kong lawmaker Johnny Ng emphasized the city’s potential to lead in Web3 and crypto innovation.
Ng highlighted Hong Kong’s “one country, two systems” model, its legal infrastructure, and international talent pool as key advantages. He said these are crucial for driving global expansion and supporting enterprise growth.
“I believe that Hong Kong’s ‘one country, two systems,’ combined with its professional services, international talent, and robust legal framework, will undoubtedly accelerate its role in connecting globally, while also assisting mainland and local enterprises in rapidly expanding overseas,” He said.
