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DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Mantle, the high-performance distribution and liquidity layer for real-world assets, announced the official deployment of the ERC-8004 standard on mainnet. This milestone introduces a specialized trust and identity layer designed to transform AI agents from isolated scripts into sovereign economic participants capable of operating across RWAs, TradFi bridges, and DeFi.
The Trust Gap: Why AI Agents Were Problematic
Until now, on-chain AI agents have faced a "visibility crisis." Despite their ability to execute code, agents remained invisible to the broader financial system. They lacked a way to build a reputation across different platforms, approve their historical performance, or be discovered outside of the specific ecosystem where they were created.
This gap has prevented autonomous agents from participating in high-stakes financial markets where verifiable records are non-negotiable.
ERC-8004: The Three Components of Agent Autonomy
By deploying ERC-8004, Mantle provides the foundational infrastructure for a trustless "Internet of Agents." The standard introduces three critical on-chain registries:
- Identity Registry: Provides a verifiable, NFT-based on-chain identity for every agent, making them discoverable and unique.
- Reputation Registry: Establishes a portable track record. An agent's "credit score" or performance history now follows it across platforms, ending the need to start from zero.
- Validation Registry: Offers cryptographic proof of work completed, allowing agents to verify the accuracy of each other's outputs through stake-secured or ZK-based mechanisms.
"At Mantle, we are building the liquid layer for the future of finance, where RWAs and DeFi converge." said by Joshua Cheong, Head of Product at Mantle. "By bringing ERC-8004 to our ecosystem, we are providing AI agents with the 'credentials' they need to manage real capital. This isn't just about automation; it's about creating a verifiable workforce that can navigate compliance, liquidity, and settlement at scale."
Bridging the Gap in TradFi and RWAs with ERC-8004
On Mantle, where institutional-grade assets flow seamlessly, these agents serve as the "connective tissue." With ERC-8004, agents can now discover one another, verify credentials, and transact autonomously without being locked into a single platform. This enables three primary categories of autonomous building:
- Financial Strategy Agents: Executing complex yield or trading strategies with a performance history that anyone can audit.
- RWA Coordination Agents: Managing the heavy lifting of compliance, custody, and settlement for tokenized assets.
- Cross-Market Bridges: Bridging liquidity between traditional legacy systems and on-chain protocols by acting as verifiable intermediaries.
A Unified Ecosystem Is Now Powered by Mantle
ERC-8004 is designed to be backwards-compatible and works in tandem with the protocols agents already use, including the Model Context Protocol (MCP), Agent-to-Agent (A2A) communication, and the x402 payment standard.
By combining these communication and payment standards with Mantle's massive distribution layer and $4B+ treasury, the network is uniquely positioned to lead the "DeFAI" (Decentralized AI Finance) revolution.
Ethereum is the settlement layer for AI, and with ERC-8004, the future of autonomous finance is officially live on Mantle.
About Mantle
Mantle positions itself as the premier distribution layer and gateway for institutions and TradFi to connect with on-chain liquidity and access real-world assets, powering how real-world finance flows.
With over $4B+ in community-owned assets, Mantle combines credibility, liquidity and scalability with institutional-grade infrastructure to support large-scale adoption. The ecosystem is anchored by $MNT within Bybit, and built out through core ecosystem projects like mETH, fBTC, MI4 and more. This is complemented by Mantle Network's partnerships with leading issuers and protocols such as Ethena USDe, Ondo USDY, and OP-Succinct.
For more information about Mantle, please visit: mantle.xyz
For more social updates, please follow: Mantle Official X & Mantle Community Channel
For media enquiries, please contact: contact@mantle.xyz
DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Mantle, the high-performance distribution and liquidity layer for real-world assets, announced the official deployment of the ERC-8004 standard on mainnet. This milestone introduces a specialized trust and identity layer designed to transform AI agents from isolated scripts into sovereign economic participants capable of operating across RWAs, TradFi bridges, and DeFi.
The Trust Gap: Why AI Agents Were Problematic
Until now, on-chain AI agents have faced a "visibility crisis." Despite their ability to execute code, agents remained invisible to the broader financial system. They lacked a way to build a reputation across different platforms, approve their historical performance, or be discovered outside of the specific ecosystem where they were created.
This gap has prevented autonomous agents from participating in high-stakes financial markets where verifiable records are non-negotiable.
ERC-8004: The Three Components of Agent Autonomy
By deploying ERC-8004, Mantle provides the foundational infrastructure for a trustless "Internet of Agents." The standard introduces three critical on-chain registries:
- Identity Registry: Provides a verifiable, NFT-based on-chain identity for every agent, making them discoverable and unique.
- Reputation Registry: Establishes a portable track record. An agent's "credit score" or performance history now follows it across platforms, ending the need to start from zero.
- Validation Registry: Offers cryptographic proof of work completed, allowing agents to verify the accuracy of each other's outputs through stake-secured or ZK-based mechanisms.
"At Mantle, we are building the liquid layer for the future of finance, where RWAs and DeFi converge." said by Joshua Cheong, Head of Product at Mantle. "By bringing ERC-8004 to our ecosystem, we are providing AI agents with the 'credentials' they need to manage real capital. This isn't just about automation; it's about creating a verifiable workforce that can navigate compliance, liquidity, and settlement at scale."
Bridging the Gap in TradFi and RWAs with ERC-8004
On Mantle, where institutional-grade assets flow seamlessly, these agents serve as the "connective tissue." With ERC-8004, agents can now discover one another, verify credentials, and transact autonomously without being locked into a single platform. This enables three primary categories of autonomous building:
A Unified Ecosystem Is Now Powered by Mantle
ERC-8004 is designed to be backwards-compatible and works in tandem with the protocols agents already use, including the Model Context Protocol (MCP), Agent-to-Agent (A2A) communication, and the x402 payment standard.
By combining these communication and payment standards with Mantle's massive distribution layer and $4B+ treasury, the network is uniquely positioned to lead the "DeFAI" (Decentralized AI Finance) revolution.
Ethereum is the settlement layer for AI, and with ERC-8004, the future of autonomous finance is officially live on Mantle.
About Mantle
Mantle positions itself as the premier distribution layer and gateway for institutions and TradFi to connect with on-chain liquidity and access real-world assets, powering how real-world finance flows.
With over $4B+ in community-owned assets, Mantle combines credibility, liquidity and scalability with institutional-grade infrastructure to support large-scale adoption. The ecosystem is anchored by $MNT within Bybit, and built out through core ecosystem projects like mETH, fBTC, MI4 and more. This is complemented by Mantle Network's partnerships with leading issuers and protocols such as Ethena USDe, Ondo USDY, and OP-Succinct.
For more information about Mantle, please visit: mantle.xyz
For more social updates, please follow: Mantle Official X & Mantle Community Channel
For media enquiries, please contact: contact@mantle.xyz
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Mantle Unlocks Autonomous Economy with ERC-8004 Deployment
Korea No.1 medical aesthetic brand launches online and in 380 Sephora offline stores
LOS ANGELES, March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- REJURAN COSMETICS, No.1 medical aesthetic brand developed by global pharmaceutical biotechnology company PharmaResearch, recently announced its official launch at Sephora, marking a major milestone in the brand's North American expansion. The brand is now available on sephora.com and will roll out across approximately 380 Sephora stores nationwide beginning March 16.
Powered by its patented c-PDRN® ingredient and proprietary DNA Optimizing Technology (DOT®), REJURAN® COSMETICS harnesses sustainably sourced wild salmon DNA to support skin renewal. Clinically designed to improve the look of texture, hydration, and radiance, the brand's formulas help strengthen the foundations of healthy skin for a smoother, firmer-looking complexion. Trusted by dermatology clinics, skincare professionals, and celebrities worldwide, REJURAN® COSMETICS combines cutting-edge science with high-performance skincare.
The Sephora launch follows REJURAN COSMETICS' early online debut on sephora.com on March 1, with in-store availability expanding across the United States starting March 16.
Key products available through Sephora include:
- REJURAN Turnover Ampoule
- REJURAN Dual Effect Ampoule
- REJURAN Rebalancing Toner
- REJURAN Nutritive Cream
- REJURAN Turnover Mask
REJURAN will also introduce a Sephora exclusive mini set.
To celebrate REJURAN's launch at Sephora, REJURAN COSMETICS will host a series of interactive pop-up experiences across Los Angeles and Orange County—March 27 at The Americana at Brand, and March 28–29 at Irvine Spectrum Center. The events are designed to introduce consumers to REJURAN's expertise in PDRN science while creating an engaging environment that brings the brand's clinical innovation to life.
Prior to its Sephora debut, REJURAN COSMETICS entered the North American market primarily through online channels including Amazon and TikTok Shop. The Sephora partnership significantly expands the brand's distribution footprint, bringing their products to hundreds of physical retail locations across the United States and strengthening direct engagement with consumers.
"Launching with Sephora represents an important milestone for REJURAN COSMETICS as we continue expanding in the North American market," said a representative from PharmaResearch. "Through this partnership, we aim to further strengthen our brand presence and build deeper connections with consumers in the U.S. while continuing our global growth."
Following the U.S. launch, the company plans to expand its distribution network across additional global markets, including Canada and Southeast Asia, as it continues establishing REJURAN Cosmetics as a leading global derma-cosmetic brand.
About REJURAN COSMETICS
REJURAN® COSMETICS is a premium derma-skincare brand developed by PharmaResearch, a global leader in regenerative science. Inspired by clinical expertise, the brand brings advanced skincare innovation into everyday routines. As Korea's original PDRN-based skincare brand, REJURAN® Cosmetics is powered by patented c-PDRN® derived from sustainably sourced salmon DNA and PharmaResearch's proprietary DNA Optimizing Technology (DOT®). The formulations are designed to help improve skin texture, hydration and radiance while supporting healthier, more resilient-looking skin.
Learn more at rejuranusa.com
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REJURAN COSMETICS Debuts at Sephora, Expanding Its Footprint Across the U.S. Market
