Hey there, crypto enthusiasts! If you’re keeping an eye on the latest in the blockchain world, you’ve probably heard about the exciting developments in the Virtuals ecosystem. The Virtuals Daily Update for July 2, 2025, dropped by Graeme (@gkisokay) is packed with juicy details you won’t want to miss. Let’s break it down and see what’s cooking in this vibrant crypto AI space!

Market Snapshot: AI Agents Holding Steady

The AI agent sector is showing resilience, with a total market cap of $9.19 billion, dipping just 0.05% in the last 24 hours. Meanwhile, Virtuals is making waves, gaining 1.29% in market cap, pushing its ecosystem value to $1.89 billion. The $VIRTUAL token is also up 0.79%, now sitting at $1.4788, while Virtuals’ mindshare climbs to 26.92%. This stability hints at a maturing market, and it’s a great sign for those invested in AI-driven crypto projects.

Top Gainers Stealing the Spotlight

Some projects are outpacing the market with impressive gains. ASYNC leads with a whopping 55.84% increase, followed by ROBOT at 40.86%, and BILLY with 26.94%. Even CENTRY and GLORIA are shining with 22.4% and 18.44% growth, respectively. These numbers suggest a hot streak for AI agents in trading and beyond—definitely worth watching!

Governance Goes Live Onchain

One of the biggest highlights is the launch of veVIRTUAL-powered governance. This means token holders now have a say in the protocol’s direction, funding, and upgrades. Wave-1 proposals are already up for review, debate, and voting. It’s a game-changer, giving the community real power in shaping the future of Virtuals. Head over to their governance page to get involved!

Other Exciting Updates

• Genesis Contributor Program Expansion: Virtuals is now rewarding Genesis Points for content and events beyond X, focusing on quality over quantity. Submit your work here to earn rewards and grow the network.
• Neurodex Milestone: With 60K users, Neurodex offers an AI-powered trading terminal for instant cross-chain swaps and deep insights.
• Loky Terminal Enhancements: Loky added staking dashboards and leaderboards, with over 79K participants driving momentum.
• Gigabrain’s Fee-Free Boost: Gigabrain is testing more auto-trade slots and dropping fees for two weeks—perfect timing to jump in!

Meme Coin Connection

As a bonus for Meme Insider readers, the update ties into the meme coin vibe with projects like Pudgy Penguins building community-facing agents via Signal. With 7K YAPs farmed by AI and a $20K airdrop, the meme coin scene is heating up alongside these AI innovations.

What’s Next?

This update is a treasure trove for anyone into crypto AI or meme tokens. Engage with the thread on X and share your thoughts—Graeme’s inviting comments! Follow @gkisokay for more updates, and consider signing up for his Substack to get these insights straight to your inbox.

The Virtuals ecosystem is evolving fast, blending AI, governance, and community power. Whether you’re a trader, a meme coin fan, or just curious, there’s something here for you. Stay tuned for tomorrow’s update, and let’s keep riding this crypto wave together!