MetaMask Ships Major Updates: 3x Faster Swaps and 40% Quicker Load Times
MetaMask Ships Major Updates: 3x Faster Swaps and 40% Quicker Load Times
馃 MetaMask just got faster
MetaMask has rolled out several performance improvements and new features:
Performance Upgrades
- Swaps are now 3x faster
- Extension loads up to 40% quicker
New Features
- Redesigned homepage consolidates tokens, perpetuals, and predictions in one view
- Trending tokens now appear below the Swaps interface
Recent Additions
- Gasless token swaps (no ETH required for gas)
- Automatic network switching when interacting with dapps
- Smart Transactions for MEV protection
- Built-in bridging in Extension
- Mobile portfolio upgrades
- ETH staking via Mobile
- Batched transactions (approve and swap simultaneously)
Coming Soon
- Native Bitcoin and Solana support
- Revamped UI/UX
These updates aim to streamline the user experience and improve transaction efficiency across both Extension and Mobile versions.
ICYMI: 鉃★笍 Swaps are 3x faster 鉃★笍聽MetaMask Extension loads up to 40% faster 鉃★笍 New homepage: your tokens, perps, predictions are in one view 鉃★笍聽Trending tokens are now displayed below Swaps
MetaMask Launches NFT Holder Rewards Program
MetaMask has activated a new rewards program for NFT holders through its mobile app. **Currently Available:** - Pudgy Penguins holders can claim benefits - Claynosaurz holders can access rewards **Coming Soon:** - Decentraland - Doodles - Chimpers Users need to update their MetaMask Mobile app and navigate to the new Rewards tab to check eligibility. The program appears to be expanding MetaMask's utility beyond wallet functionality into community rewards. [Check your eligibility](https://metamask.io/rewards)
MetaMask Mobile Adds Benefits Discovery Feature Powered by Miracle
MetaMask Mobile has introduced a new feature that helps users discover personalized benefits, exclusive access opportunities, and eligible airdrops directly within the wallet. **Key Updates:** - New benefits discovery system integrated into MetaMask Mobile - Powered by [Miracle](https://twitter.com/themiracle_io) technology - Provides tailored recommendations for exclusive access and airdrop eligibility The feature aims to help users identify opportunities they may qualify for across the web3 ecosystem.
Tokenized STRC Now Available for Trading in MetaMask
MetaMask has enabled trading for tokenized $STRC, Strategy's perpetual preferred stock. **Key Details:** - $STRC pays monthly dividends with a current yield of 11.5% - Available across multiple chains: Ethereum, BNB Chain, and Solana - Distributed through Ondo Global Markets - Users can now access and trade directly through MetaMask wallet This integration makes Strategy's dividend-paying token more accessible to MetaMask's user base, allowing seamless trading of the perpetual preferred stock across major blockchain networks.
MetaMask Mobile Adds Perpetual Futures Trading
MetaMask Mobile now supports perpetual futures (perps) trading for various assets, including traditional stocks like GameStop. **Key Features:** - Trade perpetual futures directly from MetaMask Mobile - Access to both crypto and traditional market assets - Expands MetaMask's functionality beyond basic wallet services This update transforms MetaMask from a simple wallet into a more comprehensive trading platform, allowing users to engage in derivatives trading without leaving the app.
Runescape Coal Perpetuals Launch on MetaMask Mobile
MetaMask Mobile now supports Runescape Coal perpetuals trading. **Key Details:** - Runescape Coal perps are live and accessible through the mobile wallet - Users can trade these perpetual contracts directly from their MetaMask Mobile app - This follows previous perps integrations, including Little Fox's launch in October 2025 The addition expands MetaMask Mobile's trading capabilities, allowing users to access gaming-related perpetual contracts on the go.