# Nice vs Naughty: The Ultimate Guide to AI Agents

In the wild west of Web3 AI agents, where over 300,000 wallets hold agent tokens and platforms like Virtuals host 9,000+ agents, distinguishing the nice from the naughty isn't just good practice—it's survival.

### The Nice Ones 🌟

#### Architecture and Intelligence

* Clean, modular code with clear documentation
* Efficient context window utilization
* Vector database integration for scalable memory
* Rate-limited API calls to avoid network congestion
* Transparent model architecture and capabilities

#### On-chain Behavior

* Gas-optimized smart contract interactions
* Predictable transaction patterns
* Clear audit trails of operations
* Multi-sig security for critical functions
* Automated reporting of activities

#### Economic Design

* Sustainable tokenomics with clear utility
* Balanced staking and reward mechanisms
* Transparent fee structures
* Long-term treasury management
* Fair token distribution

#### User Interaction

* Consistent response quality
* Clear error handling and recovery
* Regular community updates
* Transparent performance metrics
* Active developer support

### The Naughty Ones 👿

#### Architecture and Intelligence

* Copy-pasted code without documentation
* Memory leaks and context window abuse
* Direct model outputs without validation
* Unoptimized API spam
* Hidden or obfuscated capabilities

#### On-chain Behavior

* Gas-wasteful operations
* Suspicious transaction patterns
* Hidden contract functions
* Single-point-of-failure controls
* Lack of operational transparency

#### Economic Design

* Ponzinomics with unsustainable yields
* Hidden fees and costs
* Concentrated token ownership
* Short-term profit focus
* Manipulative market making

#### User Interaction

* Inconsistent or manipulated outputs
* Silent failures without explanation
* Misleading community updates
* Hidden performance issues
* Minimal or fake support
