Binance Supports Metal DAO Network Upgrade and Hard Fork

🔧 Metal DAO upgrade incoming

By Binance
Jul 16, 2026, 4:27 PM
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Binance announces support for Metal DAO (MTL) network upgrade and hard fork

The exchange will facilitate the upcoming Metal DAO technical upgrade, ensuring seamless transition for MTL holders.​ This follows Binance's recent support for similar network upgrades across multiple blockchain projects.​

Key details:

  • Metal DAO network will undergo scheduled hard fork
  • Binance will handle technical requirements for users
  • MTL deposits and withdrawals may be temporarily suspended during upgrade
  • No action required from users holding MTL on Binance

This marks another routine infrastructure upgrade in Binance's ongoing support for blockchain network improvements, following recent upgrades for Injective and other networks.​

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