Aave, the leading decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol, is now powering Stablecoin Earn on MetaMask, a feature that lets users earn yield and grow their assets directly inside their wallet. As MetaMask Earn’s DeFi lending partner, Aave gives millions of users direct access to USDC, USDT, and DAI stablecoin yield backed by its trusted infrastructure. The integration marks a step beyond MetaMask’s existing staking options, making DeFi earnings simpler and more accessible to everyday users.
“MetaMask is the most popular way for people to access Web3, with millions of users. This partnership brings DeFi earning opportunities straight into the wallets people already use, helping them get more from their assets and take control of their financial future,” said Stani Kulechov, founder of Aave Labs. “Aave’s goal is to make it easier for anyone, anywhere to access DeFi and better manage and grow their finances.”
“MetaMask is where millions manage their digital assets, now it’s also where they can put their stablecoins to work and grow their balance,” said Gal Eldar, Global Product Lead at MetaMask. “Aave brings the scale and security to deliver that, and together we’re expanding access to a better financial system that’s open to anyone, anywhere.”
This partnership brings together two of the most established and trusted names in crypto. MetaMask has served as the go-to self-custodial wallet since 2016, currently with over 100 million users globally, while Aave, launched in 2020, is the largest and most trusted DeFi protocol with over $50 billion in total value locked (TVL) – on scale with the world’s largest fintech platforms. Aave is known for its granular risk management tools, safety features, deep liquidity, and engaged community. This marks Stablecoin Earn on MetaMask’s first step into DeFi lending.
Additionally, the partnership demonstrates how consumer-facing applications can easily integrate Aave’s lending markets, bringing the benefits of DeFi to a broader audience.
MetaMask and Aave have also partnered on MetaMask Card, which allows users to spend Aave’s yield-bearing aUSDC directly in real-world transactions while continuing to earn yield until the moment of spending. Together, these integrations make it easier than ever to access, earn, and use DeFi yield in everyday life.
About Aave Protocol
Aave is the leading and most trusted DeFi protocol, with over $50 billion in net deposits. It allows users to earn yield on deposits, save, and borrow a wide range of digital assets without intermediaries. Core features include risk management tools such as supply and borrow caps, flash loans, and GHO — Aave’s own decentralized, overcollateralized stablecoin. Aave is fully governed by the Aave DAO. Learn more at aave.com or participate in governance at https://governance.aave.com.
About Consensys
Consensys is the leading Ethereum software company, building the infrastructure, tools, and protocols that power the world’s largest decentralized ecosystem. Founded in 2014 by Ethereum co-founder Joseph Lubin, Consensys has played a foundational role in Ethereum’s growth, from pioneering products like MetaMask and Infura to shaping protocol development and staking infrastructure. Today, Consensys continues to lead Ethereum’s evolution through strategic R&D, and direct contributions to network upgrades like the Merge and Pectra. With a global product suite, and deep roots across the ecosystem, Consensys is uniquely positioned to accelerate Ethereum’s role as the trust layer for a new global economy, one that is decentralized, programmable, and open to all. To learn more, visit consensys.io