9th October 2025 – Biometric login replaces seed phrases as Infinex begins beta testing a browser extension for cross-chain dApp access and transaction signing.

Infinex is testing a new Chrome extension that lets users access top crypto dApps using only their phone’s fingerprint or Face ID. The system replaces seed phrases with biometric passkeys tied to Apple or Google accounts, offering easier access and improved phishing protection.

Key Takeaways

Infinex has launched a Chrome extension enabling passkey-based logins for 100+ dApps across 20+ chains.
Users can log in and sign transactions using biometric authentication via Apple or Google accounts—no seed phrases needed.
The extension currently supports apps like Aave, Uniswap, OpenSea, and Jupiter across Ethereum, Solana, Base, and others.
Alpha access is available for Infinex Patron NFT holders and Discord community members, with broader rollout expected soon.

Founder Kain Warwick, speaking at Token2049 in Singapore, described the move as a major usability upgrade. “Figuring out seed phrase security… has been a filter for getting people on chain,” he said. Passkeys, he added, provide a better solution for most users.

Simplifying Crypto UX

The Infinex extension supports login, transaction signing, and asset management across 100+ dApps on 20 chains. Early testing has begun with around 40 DeFi apps, including Aave, Uniswap, Hyperliquid, Polymarket, OpenSea, and Jupiter. Supported chains include Ethereum, Solana, Arbitrum, Base, Optimism, and Polygon.

With a paired phone, users can securely approve transactions using biometrics. Session keys reduce friction for repeated transactions. The extension’s Swidge feature also enables gasless, bridgeless swaps between networks, directly in-browser.

Balancing Security and Usability

The passkey model doesn’t require seed phrases. Keys stay on the phone’s secure enclave and are domain-locked to prevent phishing. For example, a passkey registered for Uniswap won’t work on a lookalike phishing site.

Still, passkeys aren’t as secure as hardware wallets. Warwick acknowledged this tradeoff: “If you’ve got a billion dollars, then you probably should have a different OpSec approach.”

To reduce risks further, Infinex limits access to whitelisted dApps and integrates real-time threat monitoring via Blockaid.

Growing Adoption

Despite being available in major browsers since 2022, passkey adoption in crypto has been slow. Binance led the way in 2023, followed by Coinbase and Gemini. Other wallets like Safe, Phantom, and MetaMask have begun offering passkey options, but many users remain on traditional seed phrase systems.

Infinex is looking to change that. The platform currently secures over $500M in TVL, all passkey-protected. Patrons, the project’s NFT-based early adopters, have already driven $100M in volume during prior beta tests.

      Infinex Project – Major Updates (2025)
    
Update
Description
Example / Detail
TVL Surge
Over $60M in deposits within 48 hours of launch
Achieved via early traction on the platform
Airdrops
Launched $6M airdrop campaign via Kaito
Distributed µPatrons to sKAITO/Yapybara holders
Yaprun Campaign
Multi-season reward system for engagement
Season 1 active; 1B µPatrons (~$900K) total pool
Passkey Onboarding
Passwordless login experience
Increased UX accessibility for Web3 newcomers
Infinex Connect
Cross-chain account infrastructure vision
Unified login & smart account routing
sUSD Campaign
Deposit incentives via OP tokens + raffles
12,000 OP/week + prizes for depositors
Keypom Acquisition
Expanding NEAR chain support and UX tools
Boosts chain-agnostic features and integrations
Governance Points (GP)
377M GP distributed; 63% already allocated
Early user incentives via staking / deposits

Early Access and Future Plans

The Chrome extension went live for alpha testers on October 7–8. It is currently available to holders of Patron NFTs and select Discord members. A broader rollout is expected soon after beta refinements.

The extension works on desktop Chrome browsers and pairs with mobile phones for authentication. It supports both EVM and non-EVM chains.

Community feedback has been positive, with early users praising the clean interface and reduced click friction. Some are already calling it a “MetaMask replacement.” A full release will bring support for even more dApps, along with tighter Infinex Connect SDK integrations.

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