MetaMask Announces Upcoming UI/UX Changes

**MetaMask is bringing street teams to EF Devcon in Buenos Aires** with IRL drops and surprises throughout the week. **Key Events:** - Refraction IRL Launch Party (Nov 18) - Aave DeFi Day (Nov 19) - Pudgy Penguins Pengu Sala (Nov 20) - **Builder Nights** at Parque de Innovación (Nov 17) The team will host talks, panels, music, art, and food at their signature Builder Nights community event. **Local Food Recommendations:** - El Preferido for classic bodegón dishes - Rita for laid-back brunch - Casa Cavia in a restored 1927 mansion - Anafe for modern Argentine cuisine - Chu for standout vegetarian options Street teams will be active daily across multiple venues, from DeFi Connect to AI x Low Risk DeFi Den events. [Register for Builder Nights](https://luma.com/bnbuenosaires)

**MetaMask Card now supports Base network**, allowing users to spend USDC and USDT directly from the Layer 2 solution. **How it works:** - Fund your MetaMask Card with USDC or USDT on Base - Tap to pay anywhere Mastercard is accepted worldwide - Direct integration between Base network and real-world payments This expansion brings **Base's lower transaction fees** to everyday crypto spending. Users can now leverage the Ethereum Layer 2's cost efficiency for daily purchases. The integration represents a significant step in **bridging DeFi and traditional payments**. Base users gain immediate access to global merchant acceptance through Mastercard's network. [Get your MetaMask Card](https://card.metamask.io/account/register/emaill?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=cmp-70492022-afbf08)

**Annual blockchain malware threats** grab headlines but rarely change the actual threat landscape, according to analysis by @tayvano_. The pattern is consistent: - New malware variants emerge each year - Media coverage creates alarm - Threats fade quickly without lasting impact **Key insight**: These malwares don't uniquely target specific wallets but affect users with any wallet installed. **Protection remains unchanged**: - Follow established security practices - Use evergreen safety measures - Reference trusted knowledge bases The same security steps that worked years ago still protect against new variants and other attack vectors. [Read the full analysis](https://metamask.io/news/blockchain-malwares-neverending-novelty?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=cmp-70592043-afbf08) *Stay informed but don't panic - solid security practices remain your best defense.*

MetaMask's payment card is **ramping up operations** significantly. The card, which is powered by Mastercard, appears to be expanding its capabilities and reach. - Enhanced functionality rolling out - Mastercard partnership driving growth - Web3 payments becoming more mainstream This development signals MetaMask's push to bridge traditional finance with decentralized finance, making crypto spending more accessible for everyday users.