Trezor’s MEV Shield: Empowering Users with Assurance and Authority Over Each Transaction

Trezor has rolled out MEV Protection within its Trezor Suite, boosting transaction security for

, Smart Chain, and Base networks. This addition safeguards users from exploitative tactics such as front-running and sandwich attacks by channeling transactions through private, secure routes powered by Merkle.io. The integration is designed to minimize slippage, avoid transaction failures, and deliver more consistent trading results Trezor Suite Launches MEV Protection for Safer, More Reliable Transactions [ 1 ]. Users enjoy a smooth experience, as the protection is seamlessly built into Trezor Suite’s transaction process and requires no extra setup Desktop MEV protection · Issue #20595 · trezor/trezor-suite [ 2 ].

Maximal Extractable Value (MEV) describes the extra profit miners or validators can gain by rearranging, including, or omitting transactions. According to Flashbots, MEV earnings on Ethereum averaged $500,000 per day in 2023 and settled at $300,000 daily in 2024 Implementing Effective MEV Protection in 2025 [ 3 ]. Trezor’s approach tackles this by using private mempools and collaborating with infrastructure partners to keep user transactions hidden from bots. Benchmarking shows Merkle.io’s MEV protection achieves a 94.8% success rate with a 220ms response time, surpassing Blink’s 92.1% success rate Implementing Effective MEV Protection in 2025 [ 3 ].

This feature is part of Trezor’s ongoing product strategy, focusing on enhancing user security. Currently, MEV Protection in Trezor Suite supports Ethereum, Base, and BNB Smart Chain, with future plans to add

. Details on the implementation, including a settings switch to turn the feature on or off (enabled by default), are available in a GitHub issue Desktop MEV protection · Issue #20595 · trezor/trezor-suite [ 2 ]. Technical resources also explain the use of EVM-compatible RPC providers and remote feature flags to support future growth Desktop MEV protection · Issue #20595 · trezor/trezor-suite [ 2 ].

Trezor’s partnership with

Swap further enhances its security features. This collaboration allows for gas-free cross-chain swaps with integrated MEV protection, so users don’t need to hold native tokens. The partnership supports Trezor’s goal of making crypto transactions safer and easier, providing users with affordable and dependable trading options Trezor Integrates 1inch Swap in Suite for Gasless, Cross-Chain Crypto Trades [ 4 ]. The integration also reflects the industry’s move toward merging DeFi services with hardware wallets to address MEV threats Trezor Integrates 1inch Swap in Suite for Gasless, Cross-Chain Crypto Trades [ 4 ].

Industry reports indicate that MEV continues to be a major obstacle for blockchain scalability. In 2025, cross-chain MEV and AI-based detection are emerging as significant trends. Trezor’s strategy addresses these developments by combining robust infrastructure with user education. For example, Trezor Academy, launched in 2023, is dedicated to teaching communities about secure crypto practices, reinforcing the company’s long-term commitment to ecosystem safety Trezor Suite Launches MEV Protection for Safer, More Reliable Transactions [ 1 ].

The introduction of MEV Protection highlights Trezor’s leadership in self-custody solutions. Since its founding in 2013, the company has grown from producing hardware wallets to offering software platforms, always prioritizing transparency and open-source principles. Product Marketing Lead Lauri Hänninen noted that the feature aligns with Trezor’s mission: “With MEV Protection integrated into Trezor Suite, our users can trade, swap, and transact with greater confidence and control” Trezor Suite Launches MEV Protection for Safer, More Reliable Transactions [ 1 ]. This solidifies Trezor’s position at the forefront of blockchain security innovation.