- #MetaMask the leading self-custodial crypto wallet, is making a major leap beyond Ethereum-based assets. During ETHDenver 2025, co-founder Dan Finlay revealed that users will soon be able to store, send, and swap Bitcoin (BTC) and Solana (SOL) directly within MetaMask.
KEY ANNOUNCEMENTS AT ETHDENVER 2025
1. #NativeBitcoinIntegration (Q3 2025)
- For the first time, MetaMask will support Bitcoin natively—no need for wrapped BTC or third-party bridges.
- Users can send, receive, and swap BTC within the MetaMask interface.
- This eliminates the need for separate Bitcoin wallets, making BTC management more seamless.
2. #SolanaSupport (May 2025)
- Solana (SOL) will be the first non-EVM chain to integrate into MetaMask.
- Users can buy, sell, and interact with Solana-based dApps directly from the wallet.
- Solana users will also benefit from MetaMask’s security features and multi-chain compatibility.
3. #GasFeeFlexibility (March 2025)
- Users will no longer need to hold ETH for gas fees—instead, they can pay with any token available in their wallet.
- This reduces transaction failures due to insufficient ETH balance.
- A game-changer for DeFi users, enabling smoother cross-chain transactions.
4. #BatchedTransactions (ERC-5792)
- Under Ethereum’s new ERC-5792 standard, MetaMask will introduce batched transactions, streamlining approvals. Example: "Approve + Swap" in one click instead of two separate steps.
- This saves time and reduces gas fees for users.
5. MetaMaskMetalMastercard (March 2025)
- MetaMask is rolling out a crypto debit card in the U.S., UK, and EU.
- Users can spend their crypto anywhere Mastercard is accepted.
- Enables staking rewards and yield earnings to be used for everyday purchases.
6. Programmable Accounts with Ethereum’s Pectra Upgrade
- MetaMask is upgrading its accounts to be programmable with built-in:
- Multisig Security – Users can require multiple approvals before transactions execute.
- Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) – Added protection against unauthorized transactions.
- AI-Powered Delegated Access – Users can automate certain transactions through smart contracts.
7. Enhanced Security Features
- MetaMask is addressing front-running bots & MEV sandwich attacks.
- $11 million was lost to MEV attacks in July 2024 alone—MetaMask aims to reduce these risks significantly.
- The company claims that users who swap within MetaMask are 400 times less likely to be affected by MEV exploits.
8. First-Ever Multi-Chain API (June 2025)
- A new multi-chain API will allow dApps to connect to multiple networks simultaneously.
- This will improve cross-chain DeFi interactions, reducing reliance on manual bridging.
- Developers can build more interoperable decentralized applications (dApps).
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