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MetaMask co-founder Dan Finlay to leave Consensys.

What happened

Dan Finlay leaves Consensys Software Inc. as co-founder.

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MetaMask co-founder Dan Finlay to leave Consensys. Exit comes as MetaMask expands security controls with new Advanced Permissions system. Bullish Bearish Neutral Published: April 23, 2026 | 11:25 AM GMT Dan Finlay, co-founder of MetaMask, is leaving Consensys, marking the exit of one of the early developers behind the Ethereum wallet widely used to access decentralized finance (DeFi) applications, NFTs and blockchain-based services. Dan Finlay was part of the early team that developed MetaMask in its initial phase, when Ethereum-based applications were still in early development and adoption was limited. The co-founder confirmed his departure in an X post, citing burnout and a desire to spend more time with his family. He also commented on the rollout of MetaMask's latest feature, "Advanced Permissions," which gives users more control over how decentralized applications interact with their wallets. Finlay's departure comes as MetaMask continues to expand beyond a browser extension into a broader Web3 infrastructure product under Consensys. MetaMask remains one of the most widely used crypto wallets, serving millions of users and acting as a key entry point into the Ethereum ecosystem. The wallet has grown to serve tens of millions of users and is considered a core entry point into the Ethereum ecosystem. Tightens security with new Permissions model. The timing of...

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Event
Executive departure

What this signalsA leader's exit often changes who makes buying decisions.

Person
Dan Finlayco-founder

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  • Dan Finlayco-founder · Named in the story

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Category
Leaves

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Job title tags

  • directors

Extraction

Confidence
67%
Detected
Apr 23, 2026
signal_type
news
signal_subtype
leaves

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