Bringing MetaMask to the next billion users, with Agoric CEO Dean Tribble and MetaMask Co-Founder Daniel Finlay

Lex chats with Dan Finlay, co-founder of MetaMask, and Dean
Tribble, CEO of Agoric, about the future of wallet strategy and
the underlying technological changes in the Web3 space. They
discuss the growth and usage of MetaMask, the philosophy behind
its development, and the core dimensions in which they have tried
to grow the wallet. They also talk about the concept of "Snaps,"
which allows developers to extend the functionality of MetaMask
using JavaScript. The conversation touches on the potential of
interconnecting different blockchains and the importance of user
consent and security in the Web3 ecosystem. They also discuss the
role of AI in wallets and the potential for users to have their
own trusted AI companions. Overall, the discussion highlights the
importance of building a more seamless and secure infrastructure
in Web3 and the potential for innovation and integration in the
space.


 


MENTIONED IN THE CONVERSATION


 


Agoric's Website: https://bit.ly/3GnHcFo


MetaMask's Website: https://bit.ly/3T1vGqY


Dean's LinkedIn profile: https://bit.ly/3Rptf03


Dan's LinkedIn profile: https://bit.ly/3RoPpjb


 


Topics: Web3, wallet, blockchain, interoperability, AI, smart
contracts


 


Companies: MetaMask, Agoric, Snaps, Cosmos, JavaScript, Secret
Network


 


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TIMESTAMPS


 


1’46: Web3's evolution and challenges: A conversation with Daniel
Finlay on MetaMask's progress and future


 


6’52: Exploring Web3's potential: The role of MetaMask’s
developer focus, safety, and the innovative Snaps platform in
shaping the future


 


11’20: Revolutionizing wallets and Web3: Breaking down the role
of JavaScript and secure confinement in enhancing user experience
and innovation


 


17’32: Expanding Web3 development: How JavaScript and lightweight
sandboxing in MetaMask unlock new possibilities for developers


 


19’52: Enhancing Web3 security and usability: The role of
hardened JavaScript in simplifying and securing the development
process


 


24’00: Expanding developer horizons in Web3: Understanding the
impact of Snaps in MetaMask for creating diverse and innovative
applications


 


28’20: Unifying Web3 ecosystems: How MetaMask and Agoric
facilitate seamless integration and cross-chain functionality for
developers and users


 


37’12: Crafting the future of Web3 interfaces: How MetaMask,
Snaps and Agoric are paving the way for advanced cross-chain
connectivity and AI integration


Disclaimer here — this newsletter does not provide investment
advice and represents solely the views and opinions of FINTECH
BLUEPRINT LTD.


Contributors: Lex, Laurence, Matt, Farhad, Mike, Daniella


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