2. Best Wallet just raised $12 million for its $BEST token. Messari dubs it the leading non-custodial wallet with a native token. Okay, cool. It hasn’t all been so simple. That’s especially true for this one—as this is a potential seismic shift in how we view crypto wallets, and, quite frankly, the future of your digital assets. It's about to get real.

Native Tokens Change Everything

Think about it: MetaMask, Exodus – powerhouses, right? They're missing something critical: a native token. It's like having a Ferrari without gasoline. OK, that’s all well and good, but that’s about the end of its movement anywhere.

$BEST gives Best Wallet gasoline. Not just any gas but the high-octane fuel that supercharges user acquisition, community governance, and an entire flywheel of ecosystem advantages. Lower transaction fees? Check. Larger staking rewards (that 124% APY is certainly eye-popping, even if it’s dynamic)? ✔️ Direct say in the wallet's future? Check.

This is where the surprising link comes in. Think back to when airlines first introduced frequent flyer miles. This was not simply about rewarding loyalty — this was about locking in customers, establishing a self-reinforcing cycle of engagement. BEST $BEST is Best Wallet’s frequent flyer program, but on steroids. It's tribalism in the best possible way.

Consider Bitcoin surging past $103,000. Everyone's looking for the next big opportunity. Best Wallet just happens to be well positioned as the platform to capitalize on that opportunity.

MetaMask and Exodus: Blockbuster or VHS?

Let's be blunt: MetaMask and Exodus are industry giants. But giants can be slow to adapt. For many reasons, the absence of a native token is a strategic weakness. It's like Blockbuster dismissing Netflix. But they didn’t catch the trend beneath the distribution.

  • Blockbuster: Missed streaming.
  • MetaMask/Exodus: Missing native token utility.

Best Wallet, with its native $BEST token, can provide the right incentives to make the switch irresistible. Why wouldn't you want lower fees, higher rewards, and a voice in the platform's direction? It’s not only the technology — it’s the economics. It's about building a sticky ecosystem.

The 99Bitcoins video suggesting $BEST could 10x? That’s not just hype — it’s a manifestation of the value dynamic and emergent potential that’s locked up in a truly aligned tokenomic ecosystem. It's about incentivized growth.

Beyond being a wallet, the real game-changer is Best Wallet’s vision to go beyond a wallet. The intended Best Card, backed by Apple Pay and Google Pay integration, delivering as much as 8% cashback in crypto? iGaming perks like free spins and bonuses? This is far more than a wallet, though it’s a robust financial platform. It's a lifestyle.

Beyond Wallets: Building a Crypto Nation

This is where the awe comes in. It's not just about storing your crypto. It's about using it, integrating it into your everyday life. Other wallets offer storage. Best Wallet delivers experience.

They’re creating a new crypto nation, and $BEST is their nation’s currency.

What if they fail? That's the fear. What if regulation crushes the iGaming perks? What happens when the staking APY implodes, and users are left with the bag? That's the anxiety. These are perfectly fair concerns, and Best Wallet will have to confront these front and center with transparency and strong risk management.

Let's be real: the $BEST airdrop ends on May 15th. You can join in on the fun by connecting your Twitter/X account and completing quests. The presale price is rising. This is not investment advice, and I’m not advising you to purchase $BEST.

  • Roadblock Risk: Regulation
  • Roadblock Risk: APY Instability

I am not saying that you shouldn’t apply, rather asking you to consider the implications of this funding round. Are you happy with keeping your crypto in a wallet that’s only a wallet? Or do you wish to be engaged in something larger?

The future of crypto wallets isn't just about security and multi-chain support (though Best Wallet nails both with Fireblocks' MPC and 60+ chain compatibility, with Solana, Base, and Ton coming soon). It's about incentivized participation. It's about building a community. It’s about having a seat at the table.

Best Wallet’s $12 million raise isn’t merely a round of investment—it’s an infusion of capital into a revolution. And if you’re not looking, you’ll literally get run over—or worse, you’ll find yourself run out of town.

Best Wallet's $12 million raise isn't just about funding; it's about fueling a revolution. And if you're not paying attention, you might just get left behind.