Wallet V and nGRND Gold Protocol Announce Strategic Partnership to Connect AI, Web3 Participation and Rewards New Wallet V Dynamic Soulbound Token will connect Wallet V users with the nGRND Gold Protocol Staking & Rewards Ecosystem while the organizations collaborate on cross-promotion, user engagement and future Web3 opportunities. October 20, 2026 — Wallet V, a self-custody Web3 wallet incubated by Virgo Group, and nGRND Gold Protocol today announced a strategic partnership that will connect their growing Web3 communities through a new Wallet V Dynamic Soulbound Token (DSBT) and a series of cross-promotional and participation initiatives. The partnership brings together two complementary approaches to the next generation of Web3. Wallet V brings together self-custody, AI-powered tools and access to decentralized markets in one mobile application. Users can configure AI trading agents through third-party models while retaining control of their assets and trading parameters. The nGRND Gold Protocol is building a participation-driven Staking & Rewards Ecosystem designed to reward people for what they do, not simply for holding a digital asset. Together, the organizations intend to create new ways for users to discover, participate in and benefit from both ecosystems. Introducing the Wallet V DSBT At the centre of the partnership will be the launch of a customized , issued through the nGRND Gold Protocol Staking & Rewards Ecosystem. The Wallet V DSBT will act as a participant's digital passport into the ecosystem. Unlike a conventional crypto token that can be transferred or traded, the DSBT is designed to remain connected to a participant's verified blockchain wallet and evolve based on participation. For Wallet V users, this creates a new layer of utility and engagement. Users will be able to connect with nGRND Gold Protocol participation opportunities, earn Reward Points from eligible activities and access programs, promotions and benefits offered through the broader ecosystem. For the nGRND Gold Protocol, the partnership provides an opportunity to introduce its ecosystem to a community already actively exploring some of the newest developments in self-custody, decentralized finance and artificial intelligence. Wallet V is a Gateway into the AI Agent Economy Wallet V serves as a self-custody gateway into the AI agent economy, bringing AI-powered tools and access to decentralized markets into one mobile application. Users can manage their digital assets, access third-party AI models and configure agents to carry out trading strategies within parameters they define. Today, Wallet V enables users to configure AI trading agents using third-party models and execute user-defined perpetual-futures strategies through Hyperliquid and Aster. The application also provides access to prediction markets, tokenized US equities, swaps and bridging, and agentic yield strategies through Zyfai. These capabilities connect users to third-party platforms while allowing them to retain control of their private keys. As of October 2026, Wallet V users had created more than 5,000 AI trading agents. Its public performance dashboard covers 23 model versions, with the latest reported all-time results showing that more than 55% of tracked agents were profitable or broke even. AI Meets Participation This focus makes Wallet V a particularly strong fit with the nGRND Gold Protocol Staking & Rewards Ecosystem. The ecosystem is built around eight Participation Streams: Governance, Impact, Play, Learn, Advocate, Refer, Wellbeing and Agent. The Agent Participation Stream is especially relevant to the Wallet V relationship. As AI agents become increasingly important across Web3, the partnership creates the foundation for future programs that could recognize eligible AI-related participation, education, engagement and other activities within the nGRND Gold Protocol ecosystem. The goal is to create a bridge between AI-powered Web3 activity and participation-based rewards. Wallet V users gain another reason to engage with their wallet and explore new Web3 experiences, while nGRND Gold Protocol Participants gain exposure to a platform exploring the intersection of self-custody, decentralized markets and AI agents. Two Communities, More Opportunities Cross-promotion will be another major part of the partnership. Wallet V and the nGRND Gold Protocol will introduce relevant products, programs and participation opportunities to their respective communities. Wallet V users will be able to discover the nGRND Gold Protocol, activate their Wallet V DSBT and explore the Staking & Rewards Ecosystem. At the same time, nGRND Gold Protocol Participants will have opportunities to discover Wallet V and learn more about its self-custody wallet, AI agent capabilities and connections to third-party decentralized platforms. This creates a straightforward value proposition for both parties: more engagement, more discovery and more reasons for users to remain active. Connecting Technology, Participation and Rewards The nGRND Gold Protocol takes a different approach to digital asset participation by combining its NGRND utility token, Dynamic Soulbound Token technology, participation-based rewards and a dual treasury model supported in part by Preserved Gold — verified gold that remains in the ground. Within the Staking & Rewards Ecosystem, Participants can engage in eligible activities, earn Reward Points and increase their Reward Level. Subject to applicable laws, regulatory restrictions, program qualifications and terms, eligible Rewards may be distributed using stablecoins such as USDC or USDT rather than relying on the issuance of additional NGRND tokens. The concept is designed to be simple: NGRND drives the participation. Stablecoins provide the Rewards. Building the Next Generation of Web3 Together The Wallet V DSBT is intended to be the starting point for a broader relationship. The parties expect to explore opportunities around user acquisition, AI and Agent Participation Stream activities, educational programs, community campaigns, Reward Point initiatives and other experiences that bring their respective communities together. Wallet V represents a new generation of Web3 wallets where self-custody can become a gateway to AI-powered experiences and decentralized markets. The nGRND Gold Protocol is building an ecosystem where participation itself can become a source of value and rewards. By connecting the two, Wallet V and the nGRND Gold Protocol aim to give users more ways to participate in what comes next. About Wallet V Wallet V is a self-custody Web3 wallet that serves as a gateway into the AI agent economy. It combines access to user-configured AI trading agents with third-party platforms for perpetual futures, prediction markets, tokenized US equities, swaps, bridging and agentic yield strategies. Users retain control of their private keys and define the parameters for their AI trading agents. Wallet V is incubated by Virgo Group, a digital asset service provider led by Founder and CEO Adam Cai. Virgo Group’s investors include Draper Dragon, OKX Ventures, Vaulta Foundation, Cobo Ventures, Waterdrip Capital and Sora Ventures. Learn more about Wallet V at walletv.io About nGRND Gold Protocol nGRND Gold Protocol combines blockchain technology, Preserved Gold and a participation-driven Staking & Rewards Ecosystem. Through its Dynamic Soulbound Token technology and growing network of Participation Stream Partners, the ecosystem is designed to enable Participants to engage in activities, earn Reward Points, build Reward Levels and participate across an expanding network of Web3 experiences. The nGRND Gold Protocol's dual treasury is supported by verified in-ground Preserved Gold and opportunities associated with Alternative Land Use Monetization and measured ESG & SDG impact. Participate. Engage. Earn Rewards. Learn more at nGRND.io and follow on X