ChainCatcher news, MetaMask disclosed on platform X that it is integrating the security engine of the security tool Wallet Guard, enabling security features to enhance anti-fraud protection and safeguard users' asset security. Additionally, it has partnered with Blockaid to provide security protection for Web3 interactions. The security tool Wallet Guard was acquired by Consensys in July this year, and the Wallet Guard team has joined the MetaMask product security team.

ChainCatcher news, according to The Block, Consensys has acquired the crypto security application Wallet Guard to help enhance the security of MetaMask, with the specific amount not disclosed.As part of the deal, the entire Wallet Guard team will join Consensys, which plans to integrate Wallet Guard's browser extension and security engine features to further protect MetaMask users' wallets, digital assets, and data from theft, scams, and fraud.

ChainCatcher news, the Web3 security agency Wallet Guard has launched a browser extension called Stormwatcher, which protects against phishing. It utilizes machine learning algorithms and data analysis techniques to identify malicious wallet consumers by analyzing the content, structure, and behavior patterns of websites. Users do not need to connect their wallets or conduct simulated transactions to detect whether the corresponding website is maliciously consuming wallet funds, in order to prevent fraud. (Source link)

According to ChainCatcher news, the official announcement states that the Web3 wallet plugin Wallet Guard has completed its pre-seed financing round, led by Ethereal Ventures, with participation from ConsenSys and IOSG Ventures. Additionally, notable angel investors in the Web3 field, such as Ben Chan from Chainlink and Dave Pazdan from Phantom, also participated in this round of investment.It is reported that [Wallet Guard](https://www.rootdata.com/zh/Projects/detail/Wallet Guard?k=NTExOQ==) is a crypto account plugin designed to protect various crypto wallets, aiming to provide security assurance for all users. Its namesake product ensures users can conduct transactions safely through transaction simulation and signature verification, while actively detecting common forms of phishing. (Source link)