The new feature, available as of December 16, allows users to buy, swap, send, and receive BTC within the application.
This update, announced on December 15, comes approximately ten months after the feature was first hinted at in February.
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Previously, users needed wrapped Bitcoin, such as WBTC, to access BTC-related functionality in MetaMask. The new system allows native transactions without relying on wrapped tokens.
MetaMask’s previous roadmap had outlined an expansion, including Solana
The Bitcoin integration now stands as the latest phase of this multi-chain push.
According to MetaMask’s announcement, any Bitcoin transaction executed in the wallet will appear in the user’s asset list once confirmed. The company also noted that Bitcoin network transactions take longer compared to those on Ethereum-compatible or Solana chains.
MetaMask indicated that this extension beyond Ethereum aligns with its ongoing strategy, with more blockchain networks expected to be added in 2026.
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