MetaMask will accelerate its integration of non-EVM blockchains such as Solana and Bitcoin following the acquisition of Web3Auth, which also enables geographic expansion into Asia through Web3Auth’s regional foothold

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Consensys also said the acquisition speeds up MetaMask’s support for non-EVM chains like Solana and Bitcoin

MetaMask added support for Solana on its web-based browser extension last week and plans to offer full Bitcoin support in Q3.

Consensys also touted the move as helping to expand MetaMask's global footprint, with Web3Auth's strong presence in Asia