On May 14, Ethereum solutions provider ConsenSys announced the deployment of Smart Transactions, a new technology rolling out to all MetaMask users globally as an optional feature. Smart Transactions aims to offer better transaction success rates, reduce gas costs, and protect users from harmful MEV (Maximal Extractable Value) attacks like frontrunning and sandwiching. MetaMask users...Read More
Metamask launched Validator Staking support on its wallets as of January 18. Users who wish to stake their tokens will need to have at least 32 ETH in their wallets to do so, which is the minimum requirement of the Ethereum network itself. Introducing Validator Staking on MetaMask Portfolio.🦊 With a 32 ETH deposit, we...Read More
A blockchain developer, Murat Çeliktepe, has shared a distressing incident recounting a holiday experience that resulted in the loss of $500 from his MetaMask Wallet to an individual posing as a ‘recruiter.’ Notably, Çeliktepe was initially contacted on LinkedIn under the pretense of a genuine web development job opportunity. Developer Falls Prey to Coding Job...Read More
Solana has introduced a limited-time offer for users seeking to transfer assets from their Metamask wallet, reducing the associated fees to 0%. This fee reduction is made possible through a collaboration between the layer 1 blockchain, DeBridgeFinance, and the Solana-based wallet – Solflare. According to the official announcement, whenever a MetaMask wallet is connected to...Read More
The team behind the popular Ethereum-native wallet warned earlier today that its application was removed from Apple’s app store. However, the issues seem to be resolved now, and MetaMask can now be downloaded by Apple users once again. Several users took it to X to complain on October 14 that they were unable to locate...Read More
The celebrated US investor, TV personality, and owner of the Dallas Mavericks had one of his MetaMask wallets drained through what appears to be another successful phishing attack. The total value of the siphoned funds is close to $900,000, according to on-chain data. Popular crypto sleuth WazzCrypto took it to X on Friday evening to...Read More
The popular Web3 wallet has officially unveiled a novel feature called ‘Snaps,’ which paves the way for its expansion beyond the confines of Ethereum. This marks a new dawn for developers and users of Metamask, who will benefit from interoperability and compatibility for different non-EVM blockchains. The inception of this feature traces back to a...Read More
ConsenSys – the blockchain firm behind MetaMask – clarified that its self-custodial wallet does not collect taxes on crypto transactions, nor has it modified the terms of service to do so. In an update, the company said the rumor is false and was based on “inaccurate information” while admitting that “legal terminology can be complex.”...Read More
On May 11, MetaMask revealed that it had added PayPal as a payment option for Ethereum purchases. However, the new payment channel is only available to U.S. users. “MetaMask is the first web3 wallet to enable users to buy ETH using PayPal, a leader in the digital payment space,” it said. The integration also supports...Read More
Web3 wallet provider, MetaMask took Twitter to deny claims that a “massive wallet-draining operation” originated from an exploit of its wallet. The update comes after Taylor Mohanan alleged that an attacker was “sending” transactions via MetaMask, draining crypto from long-time users and employees. Mohanan, who also happens to be a MetaMask developer, later confirmed that...Read More
MetaMask is integrating with crypto fintech platform MoonPay to expand its offering in Nigeria. According to MetaMask developer ConsenSys, Nigeria happens to be one of the major markets for the crypto wallet service globally, ranking third in active mobile users. The latest move to gain a stronger foothold in the country comes in response to...Read More
Airdrops have undoubtedly changed the course of development for many blockchain-based projects and the companies behind them. The examples are numerous, but one team that hasn’t yet released a token and is long anticipated to do so is MetaMask. MetaMask is by far the largest self-custody cryptocurrency wallet with over 30 million users and has...Read More
On March 1, MetaMask announced its latest upgrade, which is a software development kit (SDK) in the Unity Asset Store. It will allow developers to connect their games to the MetaMask wallet, enabling users to interact with Web3-enabled features within the game itself, it stated. The Unity Asset Store is a platform for decentralized gaming...Read More
On Feb. 2, industry-dominant crypto wallet MetaMask announced that users will see an “updated experience” for wallet creation and upgrades in their privacy and security settings. “We have updated the extension to maximize the control you have over your data,” it said. Under the advanced privacy settings, users can now toggle features that send requests...Read More
ConsenSys – a blockchain software technology company – and Amber Group – a cryptocurrency platform based in Singapore – are the latest entities in the digital asset sector to announce staff layoffs. The former will trim its team by approximately 11%, while the latter reportedly plans to reduce its Hong Kong division by 50%. Adjusting...Read More
ConsenSys – the Ethereum infrastructure provider behind Metamask – has announced that the widely used crypto wallet now lets users stake their ETH directly from the app. The network’s public beta allows users to select either Lido or Rocket Pool for staking, through which they can earn yield and receive liquid staked ETH in return. ...Read More
The cryptocurrency payments company – Wyre – said it received financial backing that enabled it to continue its “normal course of operations.” It previously imposed withdrawal limits on customers, hinting about a potential liquidity crisis. Back to Normal Wyre announced it obtained vital support from a “strategic partner,” which allowed the company to lift the...Read More
On Jan. 8, crypto payments firm Wyre announced that it was “modifying its withdrawal policy.” The move adds a limit to withdrawals of no more than 90% of the funds in customer accounts. In other words, Wyre users cannot completely empty their accounts. There are additional withdrawal limits of 5 BTC and 50 ETH per...Read More
The Ethereum non-custodial wallet – MetaMask – joined forces with the payment provider PayPal to enable customers to purchase and transfer Ethereum (ETH). The service will initially be available only to US users. MetaMask announced on Twitter that its clients will be able to purchase and transfer Ethereum (ETH) via PayPal. The offering will reach...Read More
Ethereum infrastructure provider ConsenSys has issued a follow-up statement to its privacy policy update that rattled the MetaMask community last month. The firm clarified that it does, in fact, collect users’ IP addresses and wallet information when they make a MetaMask transaction through Infura – but plans to reduce its retention of such data down...Read More
Metamask continues to push for leadership in the cryptocurrency wallet industry, offering new tools that make it easier for its users to purchase crypto. On October 13, Sardine, a financial platform offering instant ACH settlements, confirmed a partnership with ConsenSys to allow Metamask users in the U.S. to purchase cryptocurrencies with their bank accounts from...Read More
On Sept. 28, the developer of the popular Web 3 wallet, ConsenSys, announced it was launching a beta portfolio viewer for users to aggregate their assets across multiple accounts and networks. The Ethereum software solutions firm added that the new product was in response to customer requests for a portfolio dapp. It will compete with...Read More
On the 15th of June, several companies providing crypto wallets – as well as the cybersec firm responsible for finding exploits – announced the existence and subsequent patching of a security issue affecting browser extension-based wallets. The vulnerability, codenamed “Demonic,” was discovered by security researchers at Halborn, who approached affected companies last year. They have...Read More
Crypto wallet Metamask is partnering with Asset Reality – a platform for accessing and recovering seized crypto and digital assets, to help users recover stolen assets. The service is free of charge, but users need to pay relevant litigation fees. Recovering Stolen Crypto Metamask, with over 30 million monthly active users, is one of the...Read More
Users of hardware with the bitten apple logo should remember that a weak iCloud password can result in the loss of MetaMask wallet funds. This, of course, applies to those who have used the iCloud backup option for app data. Beware of Weak Passwords MetaMask is one of the most widely used cryptocurrency wallets on...Read More
The Ethereum non-custodial wallet – MetaMask – warned Apple users to beware of iCloud phishing attacks as consumers risk losing their funds if their password “isn’t strong enough.” Apple Customers Stay Alerted Several weeks ago, MetaMask expanded into the Apple ecosystem by enabling users to buy digital assets with Apple Pay. Clients were allowed to...Read More
ConsenSys-owned institution-compliant extension, MetaMask Institutional (MMI), has announced forming strategic partnerships with self-custody solutions Gnosis Safe and GK8, as well as custodians – Hex Trust and Parfin. The end goal is to expand the organizational reach and streamline the DAO experience. With the latest integration, MetaMask is now embracing the requirements of DAOs looking for...Read More
On March 29, MetaMask announced a raft of updates to its mobile version 4.3.1, the most significant was the Apple Pay integration. The catch is that Apple does not directly support crypto payments through its own platform, so it has to be done via Wyre, which does support crypto and integrates with Apple Pay. Users...Read More
The popular Ethereum wallet “MetaMask” is officially launching its own token, as confirmed by Consensys CEO Joseph Lubin. The team will also reportedly launch a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) for funding the wallet’s growth. MetaMask competes with other self-custodial wallets like MyEtherWallet and Coinbase Wallet for interacting with web 3. Individuals and institutions can use...Read More
ConsenSys – a leading Ethereum software company – just announced another $450 million in Series D funding. This brings the company’s total valuation to over $7 billion. This more than doubles ConsenSys’s valuation since its $200 million Series C raise last November. According to a press release from the company, the funding will be used...Read More
