MetaMask Bridges the Gap: Native Bitcoin Support and New Rewards Unveiled

MetaMask has officially integrated native Bitcoin (BTC) support, marking a significant milestone in its evolution from an Ethereum-centric wallet to a comprehensive multi-chain platform. This update allows users to purchase Bitcoin with fiat currency, perform on-chain transfers, and swap BTC directly for assets on Solana or EVM-compatible networks.

Key Technical Details

• Address Support: The wallet currently supports native SegWit addresses, with plans to add Taproot compatibility in a future update.
• Infrastructure: This expansion utilizes MetaMask’s "Snap" plugin technology, which previously enabled integrations for non-EVM networks like Solana.
• Broader Ecosystem Tools: Alongside Bitcoin support, MetaMask has introduced a Polymarket onramp, its own mUSD stablecoin, and in-app perpetual trading powered by Hyperliquid.

Incentives and the "MASK" Rewards Program

To encourage adoption, users who swap into Bitcoin will earn MetaMask Rewards points. These points are linked to a highly anticipated rewards program reportedly valued at over $30 million in LINEA tokens. This move is seen as a strategic step to boost engagement as parent company Consensys prepares for a potential IPO and continues to scale its Layer 2 network, Linea.

Looking Ahead

MetaMask’s roadmap reveals an aggressive strategy to dominate the multi-chain landscape. Future updates are expected to include:

• Support for Bitcoin Layer 2s (such as BOB and the Lightning Network).
• Integration for Ordinals and BRC-20 tokens.
• Enhanced bridging capabilities to create a seamless experience between EVM and non-EVM ecosystems.

By integrating the world’s largest digital asset, MetaMask is positioning itself as a "one-stop shop" for users who want to manage diverse portfolios and access decentralized finance (DeFi) tools across different blockchains within a single interface.

December 2025, Cryptoniteuae