Onyx Protocol Launches AI-Powered Autonomous Agent
Onyx Protocol Launches AI-Powered Autonomous Agent
🤖 AI Meets Blockchain
Onyx Protocol has launched Onyx AI, a blockchain-native autonomous agent operating on the XCN Ledger. The agent combines blockchain execution with AI reasoning capabilities.
Key features:
- DeFi task automation for staking, lending, and yield optimization
- Autonomous token management for minting, burning, and airdrops
- Cross-chain interoperability support
The system uses XCN as its exclusive medium for computation and transactions. It operates within a permissionless framework while maintaining security through embedded protocols.
This development follows Onyx's recent launch of their Layer 3 XCN Ledger, built on Arbitrum Orbit and using Base for settlement.
Onyx Partners with Thirdweb for Gasless Smart Wallet
Onyx Protocol announces partnership with Thirdweb to launch a gasless smart wallet powered by Account Abstraction. Key features include: - No gas fees required for transactions - Enhanced security with customizable access models - Real-time analytics and monitoring - Smart contract functionality for automated actions The integration aims to make blockchain interactions more user-friendly while maintaining decentralization. Thirdweb will provide infrastructure support and data insights to help optimize protocol performance. Learn more at [Thirdweb](https://thirdweb.com)
Meet the 10 Community Leaders Powering the XCN Ecosystem
The Onyx DAO community has voted to decentralize its Ambassador Program, marking a significant shift in governance. The program currently features 10 active ambassadors from diverse backgrounds: - Global representation spanning Nigeria, South Korea, Indonesia, and Turkey - Varied expertise including content creation, community management, and technical analysis - Multilingual capabilities covering 8+ languages The ambassadors will now be nominated and managed directly by the DAO community, while maintaining oversight safeguards. This transition reflects Onyx's commitment to community-led governance and follows their recent implementation of gas-free polling through Snapshot.org. Learn more about the ambassadors at [polls.onyx.org](https://polls.onyx.org)
Onyx Points System Launch: Earn Rewards for Protocol Participation
Onyx has launched their Points rewards system, offering on-chain incentives for ecosystem participation. The system features: - **Three earning methods**: Passive Points for holding assets, Activity Points for DeFi engagement (coming soon), and App Points through partner dApps - **Season One** runs through September 2025, with rewards tracked from block #8932191 - **Whitelisted assets** include XCN (25%), USDC (20%), USDT (20%), cbBTC (20%), wstETH (10%), and WETH (5%) - Points are represented as NFTs and can be tracked via the [Points Portal](https://app.onyx.org) *Note: Assets must be in self-custodied wallets to qualify. Exchange holdings don't count.* Visit [app.onyx.org](https://app.onyx.org) to start earning.
Onyx Ambassador Program Evolves with Enhanced Structure and Standards
The Onyx Ambassador Program has implemented significant changes to strengthen community representation and accountability: - New structured framework with direct reporting to moderators - Minimum requirement of 100 messages/week via Combot monitoring - Notable contributions from ambassadors like BKIM's successful X Space events - One spot open for 1am-10am UTC timezone coverage - Enhanced safety measures: all support must occur in public channels *Key Updates:* - Top 3 active ambassadors earn additional XP via Zealy - Inactive ambassadors receive warnings before replacement - Program focuses on merit-based selection and community values Want to become an ambassador? Active community members in the Asian/early European time zones can apply now.