The onchain AI agent ecosystem has dramatically reshaped decentralized finance (DeFi) by achieving both economic viability and rapid growth in the last year. This shift from speculative hype to a foundational technology for DeFi, gaming, and governance is fueled by increasing institutional investments and technological advancements. 2025 saw major developments as the ecosystem evolved beyond early speculation, establishing itself as a crucial force across various sectors. The State of Crypto Report 2025 highlights significant financial inflows into agent protocols with real-world utility, demonstrating a shift from speculative hype to substantial economic contribution.