MetaMask has entered the on-chain derivatives market with the launch of perpetual futures trading directly inside its mobile app, a move seen as a challenge to centralized exchanges. The update, announced on Oct. 8 by Consensys, introduces “MetaMask Perps,” powered by decentralized exchange Hyperliquid. The feature allows users to trade more than 150 tokens with up to 40x leverage while maintaining full control of their private keys. MetaMask Turns Wallet Into Full Trading Platform With New “Perps” Tab ...

metamask airdrop cover. Photo by BeInCrypto MetaMask launched its new perpetuals trading service today, a mobile-focused platform powered by Hyperliquid. It offers up to 40x leverage on over 150 EVM-compatible assets. This is part of a broader trend to pivot the firm from a wallet service to a broader trading/investment hub. It will integrate with Polymarket to provide prediction markets and other services, but its infrastructure might not be up to the challenge. MetaMask Pivots with Perpetuals MetaMas ...