MetaMask Launches Smart Account Support via Pectra Upgrade

MetaMask has activated address poisoning protection on both mobile and extension versions across all networks. **How it works:** - The wallet now detects lookalike addresses that share identical first and last characters but differ in the middle - Users receive a warning before completing transactions to suspicious addresses - This protection helps prevent a common scam where attackers insert similar-looking wallet addresses into transaction histories Address poisoning has been a growing concern in crypto, where scammers create addresses that closely resemble legitimate ones to trick users into sending funds to the wrong destination. [Learn more about the feature](https://metamask.io/news/address-poisoning-detection?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=cmp-1396171029-afbf08)

MetaMask has introduced a new **side panel view** for its browser extension, allowing users to pin their wallet to the side of the browser. **Key features:** - Manage your wallet without switching tabs - Seamless browsing experience while accessing Web3 functions - Available now in the MetaMask Extension The update addresses a common user pain point by enabling wallet management alongside regular browsing activities. [View announcement](https://x.com/MetaMask/status/2035058561298899017)

MetaMask has integrated SPCX trading capabilities, offering users two ways to gain exposure: - **Perpetual futures** with up to 10x leverage for amplified trading positions - **Tokenized stock** (SPCXon) available for direct swaps The platform went live on June 12, 2026, with full trading functionality from day one. Users can access both derivatives and tokenized equity products through MetaMask's interface. MetaMask Alpha published a [detailed breakdown](https://metamask.io/news/spacex-ipo-spcx-capital-rotation-perps-rwa-predictions?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=cmp-1346101533-afbf08) covering the various pricing mechanisms for SPCX, including perpetuals, prediction markets, and real-world asset tokenization. Traders can now [swap into SPCXon](https://link.metamask.io/trending?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=cmp-136712937-afbf08) directly through the wallet interface.

**MetaMask Card is now available in 13 new Latin American countries**, enabling users to spend cryptocurrency directly from their wallets. **Key features:** - Works anywhere Mastercard is accepted - Funds remain in user's wallet until the moment of purchase - Direct crypto-to-fiat conversion at point of sale This expansion follows the card's recent launch across the United States, including New York, and represents a significant step in making cryptocurrency more accessible for everyday transactions in the Latin American market. The MetaMask Card eliminates the need to pre-load funds or transfer crypto to a separate account before spending.

**SPCXon is now available for trading on MetaMask**, expanding the platform's trading capabilities. This follows MetaMask's earlier integration with Hyperliquid in March, which enabled S&P 500 price trading directly within MetaMask Mobile. The launch provides MetaMask users with immediate access to SPCXon trading from day one of availability.