LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--$ETH #Ethereum--MyEtherWallet (MEW), the longest continuously running project in the Ethereum ecosystem, is proudly celebrating its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of empowering users through the evolution of the crypto space, from ICOs and DeFi to NFTs and beyond.
Founded in 2015 by CEO Kosala Hemachandra, MEW emerged from a crucial need for accessible interaction with the nascent Ethereum blockchain. "Normal people couldn’t access their wallets; you had to be a developer and use the command line," recalls Hemachandra. "So I put together the first version and posted about it on Reddit." (Reddit username kvhnuke)
This grassroots beginning quickly blossomed into a foundational tool for millions.
MEW's journey mirrors the growth of Ethereum itself. From its role as the go-to wallet during the 2016-2018 ICO boom to its continuous adaptation across technological advancements, MEW has consistently provided a user-friendly and secure interface. A testament to its enduring impact, a significant portion of crypto users identify MyEtherWallet as their first crypto wallet.
"It's been a journey, to say the least," says Hemachandra. "An incredible amount of projects in crypto have come and gone. The road of crypto is paved with scammers, fake projects, and flashes in the pan. MEW is testament to the fact that the original promise of crypto still exists. People want better financial tools that give them more freedom, we just have to continue to build while the bad actors flame out."
True to its open-source ethos, MEW has expanded its product suite to meet the evolving demands of the crypto landscape. This includes the launch of the MEW mobile app for iOS and Android, boasting over 3 million downloads, and the multi-chain browser extension wallet, Enkrypt. MEW has also been a first-mover in key developments like ETH staking in 2021 and has recently added Bitcoin support to its mobile wallet, further broadening its reach.
To commemorate this significant milestone, MyEtherWallet is releasing custom commemorative NFTs, free for users of the MEW mobile app, alongside various digital activations to celebrate its community.
About MyEtherWallet (MEW)
Committed to making crypto interaction simple, free, open-source, and secure, MEW continues to innovate, providing a suite of products that allow users to engage with blockchain technology on their own terms, spanning Ethereum, Layer 2s, Bitcoin, and future crypto advancements.
Contacts
Vince Major, VinceM@MyEtherWallet.com
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