Metamask Draws Criticism with New Data Collection Policy

Through a rather blunt tweet, meta mask We have updated our T&C to clarify our stance on user data. Basically, we are announcing to the world that we will start tracking identities of 21 million active wallets. It ended with an unconvincing disclaimer.do nothing‘ use user data.

“This is a statement that clarifies what we do with user data (spoiler: none)” is the bank saying “what to do with your money and account details (spoiler: none)”. is similar to

Amit (@Code_Puzzler) November 25, 2022

Following the announcement, Metamask sparked a storm of criticism from the wider Web3 community. Many see this as an undesirable move away from the decentralized nature of the industry. Some have pointed out that the data will remain intact even if Metamask chooses not to use it. Potential for future exploitation.

However, according to the details, data collection is only done using the default Infura Remote Procedure Call (RPC). So the user can avoid this update using private or third party her RPCs. Alternatively, users can start using another wallet entirely to remain anonymous.

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