MetaMask Революционизирует Управление Мультичейн-Акаунтами для Пользователей Translation: MetaMask Revolutionizes Multi-Chain Account Management for Users

The popular Web3 wallet MetaMask has introduced multi-chain account support. This feature allows users to manage addresses across different networks from a single account, moving away from the traditional model of «one account — one address.»

Previously, each network, whether compatible or incompatible with EVM, required a separate account. The new system consolidates addresses for Ethereum, Layer 2 solutions, and Solana. Future updates will include support for Bitcoin. According to the developers, this will simplify cross-chain transactions and eliminate the need for users to switch between accounts.

The update is being rolled out automatically in mobile version 7.57 and extension version 13.5. Multi-chain accounts will become standard for all new users.

Existing addresses will remain accessible. The system will automatically match old EVM and Solana accounts in chronological order, with the update based on the BIP-44 standard.

However, there is a limitation for hardware wallets, as they currently only support EVM networks.

In light of this update, a new website emerged, which the community speculated to be a portal for the future MetaMask token. Initially, the page was password-protected, but now it redirects to the wallet’s official site.

CEO of the developer company ConsenSys, Joe Lubin, has hinted several times at the release of a token. In a recent interview, he mentioned that the team is «actively» working on the MASK token and that its launch could happen «sooner than expected.»

Lubin also advised keeping an eye on other projects within the ConsenSys ecosystem, which might signal the token’s launch.

To recall, in October, MetaMask initiated trading of perpetual contracts in its mobile application, utilizing the infrastructure of Hyperliquid for this feature.