Popular ethereum wallet introduces native bitcoin support, enabling users to trade, manage, and transfer BTC alongside other blockchain assets.
Metamask Expands to Support Bitcoin Wallet Functionality
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Metamask, the self-custodial crypto wallet developed by Consensys, announced the addition of bitcoin ( BTC) support to its multichain wallet platform. Users can now generate a bitcoin address automatically, buy, swap, send, and receive BTC directly within the Metamask interface, alongside existing support for Ethereum, Solana, Monad, and Sei networks.
The update currently supports the native SegWit derivation path, with Taproot support planned for future implementation. Users can purchase BTC using various payment methods including debit cards, credit cards, Apple Pay, Paypal, and bank transfers, with availability varying by region.
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🧭 FAQs
• Which blockchain networks does Metamask now support? Ethereum, Solana, Monad, Sei, and now Bitcoin.
• How do users access their bitcoin wallet? By updating to the latest Metamask version, which automatically generates a bitcoin address.
• What bitcoin features are currently available? Buying, swapping, sending, and receiving BTC.
• Are there any current bitcoin wallet limitations? SegWit support is active, with Taproot support coming soon.
