MetaMask Expands Support to Bitcoin and Solana, Unveils Ambitious Roadmap for 2025

MetaMask, the popular crypto self-custodial wallet, is set to significantly expand its features and functionality in 2025. In a newly announced roadmap, the platform revealed that it would support both the Bitcoin and Solana networks, introduce gas-free transactions, and roll out several other updates designed to enhance user experience.

Expanding to Bitcoin and Solana

MetaMask, which is currently centered around Ethereum and Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) chains, will make a major leap by adding support for Solana in May 2025. This will mark the wallet's first expansion beyond the EVM ecosystem. Solana will be the first non-EVM chain to be integrated, broadening MetaMask’s appeal to users of this popular, high-performance blockchain.

In addition, MetaMask plans to integrate Bitcoin support in the third quarter of 2025. Bitcoin's inclusion is a significant move, as it will allow MetaMask users to interact with the Bitcoin network directly from the wallet, which has traditionally been focused on Ethereum and its layer-2 solutions.

Eliminating Gas Fees: A Long-Term Goal

One of the most exciting updates in MetaMask's roadmap is its intention to eliminate gas fees for users. Starting with the ability to pay gas fees in any token a user holds, MetaMask will introduce a more flexible and seamless experience for token swaps. This feature will be available in the coming months, making it easier for users to conduct transactions without needing to worry about holding ETH or other specific tokens for gas.

Looking further ahead, MetaMask envisions a world where users will no longer need to think about gas fees at all. "Longer term, we believe we can eliminate gas as a user-facing concern in nearly all interactions," the company said in a post on Feb. 27.

New Features for Simplified Wallet Experience

In addition to its expansion to Solana and Bitcoin, MetaMask will introduce a new home screen that displays all assets across multiple chains in one view. This update aims to make it easier for users to manage their holdings without having to navigate between different blockchains. MetaMask explained that users "don’t want to think about another game mechanic every time they make an action," a nod to the platform's goal of simplifying the user experience.

MetaMask is also making strides toward streamlining transactions. The wallet will implement ERC-5792, known as batched transactions, which will allow users to execute common sequences of transactions, such as "Approve & Swap," in a single click. This feature will save time and reduce fees for users.

Security Upgrades and Smart-Contract-Based Accounts

Another key feature in MetaMask's roadmap is the shift from Externally Owned Accounts (EOAs) to smart-contract-based accounts. This change will provide users with new, powerful ways to interact with their assets while simultaneously enhancing security.

MetaMask will also introduce a feature to manage multiple Secret Recovery Phrases from a single wallet, making it easier for users to organize and secure their wallets.

MetaMask Card: Bringing Crypto to the Real World

In addition to these updates, MetaMask is launching the MetaMask Card, a new product designed to bring cryptocurrency into the real world. Powered by Mastercard's payment network, the MetaMask Card will allow users to spend their crypto at millions of vendors around the globe. The card is already available in certain countries, providing users with an easy way to convert their crypto holdings into fiat currency for everyday use.

The MetaMask Card also marks the debut of the company's new logo, signaling a fresh chapter for the wallet provider as it continues to evolve and expand its services.

A Growing Market Share

MetaMask’s ambitious updates come at a time when it faces increasing competition from other wallets, such as Phantom and Rabby, which have supported Solana for some time. The growing popularity of Solana, particularly in the wake of the 2024 memecoin craze, has made it a key target for wallet providers.

However, MetaMask's moves to integrate Bitcoin and Solana support, combined with its focus on simplifying the user experience, could give it a significant edge in the market. According to X user fairo.eth, MetaMask has likely gained considerable market share from competitors in recent months, thanks to its strategic updates and expanding support for new blockchains.

Looking Ahead

With these significant updates, MetaMask is positioning itself as a leader in the evolving crypto wallet space. Its ability to support multiple blockchains, including Bitcoin and Solana, and to eliminate gas fees for users could help it capture even more users as the crypto ecosystem continues to grow and mature. As MetaMask continues to roll out its new features throughout 2025, it will likely remain one of the most widely used wallets in the space.