July 28, 2025 -- 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
