MetaLink (metalink) refers to a Web3 project primarily functioning as a payment layer within the cryptocurrency ecosystem, with a focus on facilitating micropayments. This project was launched in February 2023 and has been incubated by Binance Labs, indicating its integration within the broader Web3 landscape. It aims to simplify the use of cryptocurrency in daily transactions. The MetaLink infrastructure provides several key payment services. These include Social payments, Web3 identity solutions, a Payment Button for website integration, and Payment links. Social Pay, for instance, is a browser extension that enables cryptocurrency transactions on popular social platforms like Twitter, Twitch, Reddit, Discord, and Github, utilizing user-friendly Metalink tags instead of complex wallet addresses. Payment Links offer unique URLs that allow users to send funds to a specific MetaLink user or address without needing their full wallet details, shareable via various communication methods. The Payment Button provides a no-code solution for websites to accept crypto payments, supporting various cryptocurrencies. The native token associated with this payment layer is the Metalink M40 Token. The M40 token serves multiple utilities within its ecosystem, including reward farming, governance through the MetaDAO, and staking rewards for liquidity providers. The total supply of Metalink M40 is fixed at 10,000,000,000 tokens, all minted at once. Accompanying the MetaLink ecosystem is the MetaLink Wallet, which serves as a secure and user-friendly solution for managing digital assets. This wallet offers an intuitive interface for storing, sending, and receiving various cryptocurrencies. It incorporates robust security measures such as multi-factor authentication, encryption, and cold storage to protect user assets. Furthermore, the MetaLink Wallet integrates with Decentralized Finance (DeFi) platforms, enabling users to access services like lending, borrowing, and yield farming directly from the wallet. It supports the management of stablecoins, NFTs, and other DeFi tokens, positioning itself as a comprehensive platform for digital asset management. It is worth noting that other projects with similar names exist, including a MetaLink APP described as a decentralized social platform merging Web3, SocialFi, and AI-driven interactions, which has its own ML tokens, and a Metalink NFT giveaway application that integrates Chainlink VRF for transparent random giveaways. However, the core "MetaLink (metalink)" crypto project with the M40 token focuses on its role as a Web3 payment layer.
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