DeFi Bull Market Indicator? MetaMask Monthly Active Users Exceed 30 Million
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DeFi Bull Market Indicator? MetaMask Monthly Active Users Exceed 30 Million
This rise could be a significant positive indicator, suggesting growing activity around non-custodial activities.
Navigating Web3 tides with focused insightsSource: Bitcoinist
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MetaMask's monthly active users have now surpassed 30 million, nearly doubling from 19 million in September 2023.
This surge could be a significant positive indicator of growing activity around non-custodial activities, including DeFi (decentralized finance) and NFT (non-fungible token) minting.
A crypto asset commentator on X noted that the explosive growth in MetaMask’s user base may signal renewed momentum for the broader crypto market, particularly for compatible networks—primarily Ethereum.
Notably, the rise in MetaMask users coincides with the recovery in spot prices of BTC and Ethereum from the end of Q3 to Q4 2023.
Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, is currently trading at around $3,000. Traders and supporters are optimistic, expecting further price gains in the coming trading sessions. Confidence primarily stems from ongoing network upgrades, including the planned mainnet Dencun implementation.
Other contributing factors include the revival of DeFi activity. According to relevant data, total value locked (TVL) increased from approximately $40 billion to over $74 billion by mid-February 2024—a nearly two-fold increase.
Active user numbers for DeFi and NFTs remain highly sensitive to price movements.
When crypto asset prices peaked around Q4 2021, MetaMask user numbers surged to record highs. DeFi and NFT activities across various platforms compatible with MetaMask also experienced explosive growth.
Given that this wallet is non-custodial and allows users direct control over their assets, such surges could restore market confidence and potentially drive further price increases.
In addition to user growth, MetaMask has taken proactive steps to protect users by launching its new Blockaid alert system.
MetaMask stated that the feature, initially rolled out as a trial in October last year, is now available to all extension users engaging in DeFi, gaming, and other activities. In a post on X, MetaMask announced plans to roll out the feature to mobile users in the coming days.
Earlier this year, ConsenSys partnered with MetaMask to launch validator staking services. This service aims to compete with existing providers such as Lido Finance and other liquid staking platforms, enabling users to stake ETH.
Like competing offerings, it does not require users to run nodes or manage associated technical complexities. The staking service will be provided through Consensys Staking, allowing users to lock up at least 32 ETH.
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