Consensys plans split to spin off MetaMask as standalone consumer company by end of 2026
Consensys said it will separate MetaMask from its protocol and institutional infrastructure operations, with the split expected to close by the end of 2026 [1] [2].
Under the reorganization, MetaMask is described as a standalone consumer-facing business for self-custodial finance, while Consensys would focus on Ethereum (ETH) protocols and institutional infrastructure [2].
Reporting also said Joe Lubin would take the helm of the standalone MetaMask entity [1] [3] [4].
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- 1MetaMask becomes standalone company under Joe Lubincrypto.news• Sep 10, 2026
- 2Consensys and MetaMask to Separate Into Two Independent Companies by End of 2026CryptoPotato• Sep 10, 2026
- 3Consensys Splits in Two as Joe Lubin Takes the Helm of a Standalone MetaMaskCointribune• Sep 10, 2026
- 4Joseph Lubin to Lead MetaMask as Consensys Spins Off Protocol BusinessTheCoinrise.com• Sep 10, 2026
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