French electronics giant Metavasio, branded as Thomson Computing, has launched the world’s first web3 laptop, offering storage capabilities for digital assets and support for decentralized applications.
According to a press release shared with crypto.news, the laptop features built-in cold storage for digital assets and an operating system tailored for interactions with decentralized networks and applications.
“With over $1.7 billion stolen from centralized exchanges in 2023 and $3.8 billion in 2022, integrated cold storage will allow users to take control of their crypto custody and prevent their digital wealth from being compromised” , the release said.
Furthermore, the laptop includes a multi-party computation (MPC) framework, a cryptographic protocol that distributes private key operations across multiple parties to eliminate single points of failure and improve security.
In this regard, Metavasio partnered with io.finnet, a US-based company specializing in secure digital asset infrastructure and advanced cryptographic solutions, formalizing the partnership in November 2024.
The laptop also integrates the Thomson Computing Wallet alongside an underlying token ecosystem, which will incentivize users through activities such as resource sharing and interacting with decentralized applications.
“The Web3 laptop provides a gateway to a decentralized future, allowing users to truly own their digital experiences. It is more than just a device, it is designed to help individuals connect, create and take back control of their digital lives.”
Stephan Français, Founder and CEO of METAVISIO
Thomson Computing, the computing arm of Metavasio, has a strong global presence, with devices sold in more than 52 countries and through more than 16,000 physical points of sale.
The launch follows the completion of a eur50 million (approximately $52.53 million) SAFE funding round in October, secured by American AI and Hardware Investments LTD, to support Metavasio’s expansion into blockchain technology and hardware innovation.
Recent trends in the technology industry have focused on integrating Web3 capabilities into consumer devices. Web3 smartphones, for example, previously emerged as an early attempt to integrate blockchain technology into everyday life.
Solana Mobiles, a subsidiary of Solana Labs, has developed Saga and Seeker, which are Android smartphones with Web3 functionality and integrated with the Solana blockchain.
Similarly, HTC introduced the Exodus 1, a blockchain-focused smartphone with a built-in cryptocurrency wallet and a secure enclave to protect users’ digital assets.
