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AX1 Console 2.0 Unveils Agentic Activities Launchpad on Base

AX1 introduces a new launchpad model focused on agentic activities, building on the evolution of token and AI agent launchpads.

AX1 introduces a new launchpad model focused on agentic activities, building on the evolution of token and AI agent launchpads. Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL) is trading at $0.6646, up 0.1% since this brief published. This is an original TLT brief based on reporting by CryptoSlate, with live market data added, as of Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:00:06 UTC.

Why it matters

The emergence of agentic activities launchpads signifies a shift towards more sophisticated decentralized ecosystems, potentially expanding the utility and tradability of AI-driven services on blockchain platforms.

Key takeaways
  • AX1 Console 2.0 launches a new launchpad for agentic activities on Base.
  • The platform follows the evolution from token to AI agent launchpads.
  • Base's DeFi TVL stands at $6.12B, indicating strong ecosystem growth.

AX1 Console 2.0 has launched a new type of launchpad on the Base blockchain, focusing on agentic activities. This development comes after the initial wave of token launchpads, which simplified the process of creating and listing tokens, and the subsequent rise of AI agent launchpads, such as Virtuals Protocol, which turned AI agents into tradable tokens.

The introduction of agentic activities launchpads marks a significant evolution in the decentralized ecosystem, aiming to provide a platform for more complex and interactive services. This move underscores the growing synergy between AI and blockchain technologies, potentially opening new avenues for innovation and user engagement.

The Base blockchain, which hosts AX1, has a Total Value Locked (TVL) of $2.93 billion, with its DeFi TVL reaching $6.12 billion, according to DeFiLlama. These figures highlight the strong growth and potential of the Base ecosystem, providing a robust foundation for new projects like AX1.

In the broader market context, the total crypto market cap remains stable at $2.81 trillion, with Bitcoin showing a slight 24-hour decline of 0.10%. The Fear & Greed Index stands at 50, indicating a neutral market sentiment. Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL), a key player in the AI agent space, is currently priced at $0.66385, with a 24-hour increase of 0.65% and a 7-day decrease of 3.26%.

The launch of AX1 Console 2.0's agentic activities launchpad could be a significant step in the evolution of decentralized platforms, offering new opportunities for developers and users alike. As the ecosystem continues to grow, it will be important to monitor the adoption and impact of these new models on the broader blockchain landscape.

Market reaction since this brief Live

Since this brief published about 1 hour ago, Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL) has moved from $0.6639 to $0.6646 — +0.11%.

$0.664$0.664$0.664$0.664$0.665 published · $0.664 now · $0.665 (+0.11%) Oct 23 15:00 UTC Oct 23 16:00 UTC
BeforeSince publishPublished · $0.6639

The chart plots VIRTUAL's price: grey is the move before this brief published, the vertical dashed line marks the moment it published, the horizontal dashed line is the price then, and the coloured area is the move since — from TLT's market data (daily resolution). It shows what happened after the news, not that the news caused it; many factors move prices. Not financial advice.

What this means in naira

At today's peer-to-peer rate, 1 VIRTUAL ≈ ₦917.12 (about $0.6646), up 1.6% over 24 hours. The naira itself trades about 4.2% above the official rate on the P2P market, so a Nigerian buyer's effective cost differs from the headline dollar price.

Live market data

Current prices for the asset in this story — live, source-stamped, updated every 15 minutes.

$0.6646 ▲ 1.56%
+0.11% since this brief published
7d -3.26%MCap $437.42MFull VIRTUAL data →
The market when this published · October 23, 2026
Total market cap$2.81T
Bitcoin 24h-0.10%
Ethereum 24h-0.21%
BTC dominance58.5%
Fear & Greed50 · Neutral
On-chain & primary-source check

Figures and sectors in this story, checked live against on-chain aggregators · October 23, 2026.

Base TVL$2.93B-0.4% 7dDeFiLlama ↗
Base DeFi TVL$6.12BDeFiLlama ↗
Bitcoin DeFi TVL$4.37BDeFiLlama ↗

TLT reads these figures directly from on-chain aggregators (DeFiLlama, mempool.space) at build time — independent of what any outlet reported. Sector totals aggregate every protocol DeFiLlama tracks in that category. Values are live and will change.

AX1 Console 2.0 Unveils Agentic Activities Launchpad on Base — questions & answers

What is an agentic activities launchpad?

It is a platform for launching and managing complex, AI-driven services on the blockchain, expanding beyond simple token launches.

How does AX1 Console 2.0 differ from other launchpads?

AX1 focuses on agentic activities, moving beyond traditional token and AI agent launchpads to enable more interactive and sophisticated services.

What is the significance of Base's TVL?

Base's $6.12 billion DeFi TVL indicates a strong and growing ecosystem, providing a solid foundation for new projects like AX1.

How much is 1 Virtuals Protocol worth in naira today?

About ₦917.12 at the live peer-to-peer (P2P) USDT rate, which is what Nigerians typically trade at — equivalent to roughly $0.6646. The naira price moves with both VIRTUAL's US-dollar price and the USDT/NGN rate; use our Virtuals Protocol in naira page for any amount.

Has Virtuals Protocol's price moved since this brief was published?

VIRTUAL is up 0.11% since this brief first published — trading at $0.6646 now versus $0.6639 at publication. TLT re-checks this figure against CoinGecko and Binance every 15 minutes.

Which outlets reported this story?

This is an original TLT brief that synthesises reporting from CryptoSlate. It is not a copy of any one article — follow the source links above for the original reporting.

TLT Newsdesk Data-stamped

TLT's newsdesk writes original briefs by synthesising coverage from across the crypto press — 50+ outlets including CoinDesk, The Block, Decrypt and Cointelegraph — cross-checking the figures they report — and verifying them against on-chain data from DeFiLlama and mempool.space — plus live market context (CoinGecko, Binance). We summarise and link to every source; we never reproduce full articles. Read our editorial standards and how we use AI. Not financial advice.

Market data verified against CoinGecko & Binance · October 23, 2026 ⛓ Timestamped at Bitcoin block #972,786 sha256:e6e0cf7dfb99f411
Based on reporting by CryptoSlate — this is an original TLT summary with live market data, not the original article.CryptoSlate · Oct 23 15:00 ↗

Original summary — not financial advice. This is an original TLT brief that summarises a development reported elsewhere and adds live market data for context; it is not the original article and reproduces no part of it. Follow the source link above for full details. Crypto is volatile and high-risk — always do your own research.