Microsoft is conducting a test to install a virtual currency wallet in the genuine browser 'Microsoft Edge'



Some users have reported that Microsoft is conducting internal tests to install

a virtual currency wallet in the genuine browser ' Microsoft Edge '. Cryptocurrency wallets are said to allow users to safely and smoothly trade cryptocurrencies and non-fungible tokens (NFTs).

Microsoft is testing a built-in cryptocurrency wallet for the Edge browser | Ars Technica
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2023/03/microsoft-is-testing-a-built-in-cryptocurrency-wallet-for-the-edge-browser/



Microsoft is testing a built-in crypto wallet in Microsoft Edge

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-is-testing-a-built-in-crypto-wallet-in-microsoft-edge/

A virtual currency wallet is a device, medium, or service that stores the public key cryptography required for virtual currency transactions. A cryptocurrency wallet makes it easy to authorize transactions when using cryptocurrencies.

A user named Albacore has discovered that Microsoft Edge with a cryptocurrency wallet is being tested, and has released screenshots of it.




The published screenshot states, 'This feature is built into Microsoft Edge, so you can easily use virtual currency without installing extensions.'

According to technology news media BleepingComputer , which tested this feature, users must first set a password to protect their virtual currency and a recovery phrase in case they forget their password. .



Once the password is set, the wallet will automatically generate a unique address and allow the user to trade cryptocurrencies such as Ethereum . Microsoft said, 'This address identifies each wallet and is used for transactions such as buying and receiving virtual currency.You can also share your public address by using the generated QR code.' .

In Microsoft Edge's virtual currency wallet, it is said that you can open the 'Explore' tab to view news articles about virtual currency, and the 'Assets' tab to view NFTs you have obtained. I'm here.




News media Ars Technica said, ``Whether these features are useful or annoying is up to each individual. Having a built-in cryptocurrency wallet might be of some value.'

In addition, Microsoft Edge with a virtual currency wallet has been tested with a limited number of users at the time of article creation, and it is undecided whether it will be released to general users. A Microsoft spokesperson said, ``We regularly test new features to explore new experiences for our customers. Microsoft looks forward to getting feedback from customers, but we have no comment at this time. ' said.

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