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 <li>Blockaid brings enhanced user protection through default Security Alerts on MetaMask.</li>
 <li>The expanded MetaMask security alerts cover Ethereum, BNB Chain, Polygon, and more.</li>
 <li>Blockaid’s security proves successful, preventing $1.15M in asset losses during incidents.</li>
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<p>In a strategic move toward safer transactions, <a href="https://metamask.io/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">MetaMask</a> introduces <a href="https://metamask.io/news/latest/metamask-security-alerts-by-blockaid-the-new-normal-for-a-safer-transaction/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Security Alerts</a> by Blockaid as the default feature for Extension and soon Mobile users. This privacy-focused innovation simulates transactions, providing robust protection against malicious dapps.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Launched initially for Ethereum under ‘Experimental’ settings, the success prompts extension to multiple networks, aiming for default activation on Mobile soon. Blockaid’s collaboration ensures privacy in scam alerts, guarding against unauthorized sharing of transaction details.</p>
<p>The MetaMask Security Alerts now cover a range of networks, including Ethereum, BNB Chain, Polygon, and more. Recent updates (v11.10 for Extension and v7.16 for Mobile) ensure users benefit from enhanced security across these platforms.</p>
<p>As <a href="https://cryptonewsland.com/consensys-clears-metamask-tax-misunderstanding/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">MetaMask experiences</a> a substantial 55% surge in Monthly Active Users from September 2023 to January 2024, the broadened network coverage anticipates safeguarding assets worth millions in the coming year.</p>
<p>The rise in web3 adoption brings forth <a href="https://cryptonewsland.com/metamask-temporarily-removed-from-apples-app-store-heres-why/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">increased security measures</a>, addressing the surge in complex attack vectors affecting DeFi. Notably, the MetaMask-Blockaid alliance demonstrates its effectiveness during the Ledger Connect Kit incident, protecting users from compromised dapps and preventing approximately $1.15 million in asset losses.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The security alerts serve as a crucial defense against diverse attack vectors, emphasizing the importance of user vigilance in navigating the crypto space. MetaMask’s Security Alerts, powered by Blockaid, set a new standard for user protection in the evolving web3 landscape. As users prioritize security in wallet selection, this strategic alliance aims to establish a trusted environment, encouraging community engagement and reporting for continuous improvement.</p>
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