Google Unveils Multi-Blockchain Wallet Search Feature, Sparking Privacy Debates

Google has taken a significant leap in enhancing user experience by integrating the ability to search for wallet balances across various blockchains, including Bitcoin, Arbitrum, Avalanche, Optimism, Polygon, and Fantom. Users can now effortlessly input a wallet address and receive detailed information on token balances by network and the latest update time. This feature supports three Bitcoin address formats — P2PKH, P2SH, and Bech32 — enabling users to check current balances and recent transactions seamlessly. This integration of Bitcoin data into Google’s search results marks a significant advancement in making on-chain activity more accessible, leveraging Google’s massive daily search traffic.