{"id":44424,"date":"2025-06-16T13:30:01","date_gmt":"2025-06-16T10:30:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/?p=44424"},"modified":"2025-06-16T13:21:54","modified_gmt":"2025-06-16T10:21:54","slug":"what-is-metal-dao-mtl-and-how-does-the-project-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-metal-dao-mtl-and-how-does-the-project-work\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Metal DAO (MTL) and How Does the Project Work?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-metal-dao-mtl-and-how-does-the-project-work\/#What_is_Metal_DAO_MTL\" title=\"What is Metal DAO (MTL)?\u00a0\">What is Metal DAO (MTL)?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-metal-dao-mtl-and-how-does-the-project-work\/#Project_Idea\" title=\"Project Idea\u00a0\">Project Idea\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-metal-dao-mtl-and-how-does-the-project-work\/#Team_and_Founders\" title=\"Team and Founders\u00a0\">Team and Founders\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-metal-dao-mtl-and-how-does-the-project-work\/#Investors_and_Notable_Partnerships\" title=\"Investors and Notable Partnerships\u00a0\">Investors and Notable Partnerships\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-metal-dao-mtl-and-how-does-the-project-work\/#How_the_Project_Works\" title=\"How the Project Works\u00a0\">How the Project Works\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-metal-dao-mtl-and-how-does-the-project-work\/#Roadmap\" title=\"Roadmap\u00a0\">Roadmap\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-metal-dao-mtl-and-how-does-the-project-work\/#Ecosystem_and_Integrations\" title=\"Ecosystem and Integrations\u00a0\">Ecosystem and Integrations\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-metal-dao-mtl-and-how-does-the-project-work\/#Key_Features\" title=\"Key Features\u00a0\">Key Features\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-metal-dao-mtl-and-how-does-the-project-work\/#Tokenomics_and_Use_Cases_MTL_Token\" title=\"Tokenomics and Use Cases (MTL Token)\u00a0\">Tokenomics and Use Cases (MTL Token)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-metal-dao-mtl-and-how-does-the-project-work\/#MTL_Token_Use_Cases\" title=\"MTL Token Use Cases\u00a0\">MTL Token Use Cases\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-metal-dao-mtl-and-how-does-the-project-work\/#How_It_Works\" title=\"How It Works\u00a0\">How It Works\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/what-is-metal-dao-mtl-and-how-does-the-project-work\/#Social_Media_and_Community_Channels\" title=\"Social Media and Community Channels\u00a0\">Social Media and Community Channels\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Metal_DAO_MTL\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What is Metal DAO (MTL)?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Metal DAO<\/strong> is a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) that aims to merge real-world finance with <strong>blockchain<\/strong> technology in the Web3 space. At its core is the<strong> Metal project<\/strong>, the developer behind the \u201c<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.metalpay.com\/\">Metal Pay<\/a>\u201d<\/strong> cryptocurrency wallet and payment app. <strong>Metal DAO<\/strong> offers a decentralized governance structure by allowing <strong>MTL token<\/strong> holders to vote on the protocol\u2019s future and platform development. The main goal of the project is to integrate cryptocurrencies into everyday financial transactions while offering a user-friendly experience.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44425 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/metal-dao-logo.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/metal-dao-logo.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/metal-dao-logo-150x150.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Project_Idea\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Project Idea<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The core idea behind <strong>Metal DAO<\/strong> is to seamlessly combine traditional banking and financial services with cryptocurrencies. It enables users to easily buy, sell, send, and spend crypto while allowing the community to guide the protocol through decentralized governance. The project particularly aims to address the shortcomings of traditional <strong>finance<\/strong> using blockchain by facilitating interest earnings on crypto assets and access to <a href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/category\/project-review\/defi-projects\/\"><strong>DeFi<\/strong><\/a>.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44426 \" src=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/mtl-1024x410.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"745\" height=\"298\" srcset=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/mtl-1024x410.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/mtl-300x120.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/mtl-768x307.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/mtl-1536x614.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/mtl-2048x819.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 745px) 100vw, 745px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Team_and_Founders\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Team and Founders<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The team behind Metal DAO consists of professionals experienced in <strong>blockchain<\/strong>, financial technologies, and payment systems. It was founded by <strong>Marshall Hayner<\/strong>. Initially, <strong>Glenn Marien<\/strong> and Irina Berkon were also part of the founding team. Hayner has a long-standing background in blockchain and previously worked on projects like QuickCoin and Block.io. The core developers and operational team bring together technical expertise and strategic know-how to realize the vision of <strong>Metal DAO<\/strong> and drive the adoption of decentralized finance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44427 \" src=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ekran-goruntusu-2025-06-13-181416-1024x292.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"921\" height=\"262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ekran-goruntusu-2025-06-13-181416-1024x292.png 1024w, https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ekran-goruntusu-2025-06-13-181416-300x85.png 300w, https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ekran-goruntusu-2025-06-13-181416-768x219.png 768w, https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ekran-goruntusu-2025-06-13-181416.png 1295w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 921px) 100vw, 921px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Investors_and_Notable_Partnerships\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Investors and Notable Partnerships<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Metal DAO<\/strong> received significant early investor support. The project stands out through various partnerships in the fintech and blockchain sectors. For instance, Metal DAO\u2019s parent company, <strong>Metallicus<\/strong>, has received investments from notable venture capital firms like Vantage Point Ventures. Furthermore, integrations with traditional payment networks such as Visa and Mastercard support its goal of bridging crypto with mainstream financial systems. Strategic collaborations with major blockchain ecosystems such as Optimism have also led to the development of the <a href=\"https:\/\/metall2.com\/\"><strong>Metal L2 solution<\/strong><\/a> on this platform. Listings on major exchanges (like <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/binance-alpha-adds-new-altcoin-and-airdrop-opportunity\/\">Binance<\/a>, Coinbase<\/strong>) further enhance the project&#8217;s accessibility and liquidity.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44428 \" src=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ekran-goruntusu-2025-06-13-182455-1024x674.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"866\" height=\"570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ekran-goruntusu-2025-06-13-182455-1024x674.png 1024w, https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ekran-goruntusu-2025-06-13-182455-300x197.png 300w, https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ekran-goruntusu-2025-06-13-182455-768x506.png 768w, https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ekran-goruntusu-2025-06-13-182455.png 1103w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 866px) 100vw, 866px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_the_Project_Works\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How the Project Works<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Metal DAO<\/strong> enables users to perform a range of financial operations using the Metal Pay app and the MTL token. Users can store, send, and receive both crypto and fiat currencies within the Metal Pay wallet. MTL token is an<strong> ERC-20 token<\/strong> running on <a href=\"https:\/\/coinengineer.net\/blog\/despite-israel-iran-conflict-ethereum-whale-accumulates-48825-eth\/\"><strong>Ethereum<\/strong><\/a>. They can also earn passive income by staking MTL tokens or using them within various <strong>DeFi protocols<\/strong>. Through the DAO structure, MTL token holders have voting rights on decisions regarding fee structures, new product integrations, and strategic directions, allowing the protocol to be community-driven.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Roadmap\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Roadmap<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The general phases of Metal DAO\u2019s roadmap include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Early Development and Launch of Metal Pay: Establishing the core wallet and payment infrastructure.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Development of the Proof-of-Processed <strong>Payments (PoPP) Protocol<\/strong>: A system that rewards users for making payments using cryptocurrencies.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Formation of the DAO and <strong>MTL Token Governance<\/strong>: Granting MTL holders voting power and participation in the protocol.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">DeFi Integrations: Increasing partnerships with decentralized finance protocols and products.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Global Expansion and Regulatory Compliance: Working on licensing and compliance in various jurisdictions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">New Product and Service Development: Adding features such as <strong>NFT<\/strong> integrations, decentralized identity solutions, or new payment options.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Community Incentives and Growth: Programs and marketing efforts aimed at increasing user engagement.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ecosystem_and_Integrations\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ecosystem and Integrations<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The <strong>Metal DAO<\/strong> ecosystem includes the Metal Pay app, the MTL token, and various DeFi integrations built on top of it. It acts as a bridge allowing users to easily manage, spend, and invest their crypto assets. Integrations with bank accounts, credit cards, and other financial services enable Metal Pay to connect the traditional financial world with crypto. In addition, collaborations with other blockchain networks and <strong>DeFi<\/strong> protocols expand the utility and use cases of MTL.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Features\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Key Features<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>User-Friendly Crypto Wallet<\/strong>: Easy crypto buying, selling, and transferring via the Metal Pay app.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Fiat Integration:<\/strong> Direct crypto trading with fiat currencies like USD.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Decentralized Governance (DAO)<\/strong>: MTL token holders can vote on protocol decisions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reward Mechanism: Systems like <strong>PoPP offer MTL<\/strong> rewards for payment activities.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Staking and DeFi Integrations<\/strong>: Earn passive income by staking MTL or using it in DeFi pools.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Global Access<\/strong>: Potential to serve users in different regions and countries.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Security<\/strong>: Strict security measures to protect user assets.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tokenomics_and_Use_Cases_MTL_Token\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tokenomics and Use Cases (MTL Token)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Token Name<\/strong>: Metal (MTL)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"http:\/\/Token Name\"><strong>Total Supply<\/strong>:<\/a> 84,646,958 MTL<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Circulating Supply<\/strong>: 84,646,958 MTL<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MTL_Token_Use_Cases\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">MTL Token Use Cases<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Governance<\/strong>: MTL holders participate in protocol decisions through voting.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Payments and Fees<\/strong>: Used for transaction fees within the Metal Pay app.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Staking and Liquidity<\/strong>: Can be staked or added to liquidity pools to earn interest.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Rewards and Incentives<\/strong>: Earned as rewards through platform activities (e.g., PoPP).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Ecosystem Funding<\/strong>: Allocated for the project\u2019s growth and development.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_It_Works\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How It Works<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Metal DAO allows users to bridge decentralized and traditional finance using the MTL token and <strong>Metal Pay app<\/strong>. Users can create accounts by downloading the app, deposit fiat or crypto, and perform actions such as sending payments, trading assets, or staking <strong>MTL<\/strong> to engage in governance. The decentralized structure ensures that the community collectively guides the future of Metal DAO.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_and_Community_Channels\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Social Media and Community Channels<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/metall2.com\/\"><strong>Website\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/metalpaysme\"><strong>Twitter (X)<\/strong><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/discord.com\/invite\/metalpay\"><strong>Discord\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <em class=\"darkmysite_style_txt_border darkmysite_processed\" data-darkmysite_alpha_bg=\"rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\">You can also freely share your thoughts and comments about the topic in the comment section. 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