In today’s crypto ecosystem, connecting wallets to decentralized applications has become second nature—and at the heart of that experience is WalletConnect. What began as a simple protocol has evolved into a full-scale on-chain user experience layer, with millions relying on it daily for secure, seamless interactions.

From Protocol to Full Ecosystem

The team behind WalletConnect rebranded as Reown, introducing two flagship toolkits:

  • AppKit – built for developers and apps/dApps

  • WalletKit – built for wallet providers

This shift signals a move beyond “just a connection button” to an entire ecosystem where apps, wallets, and users interact in a secure, governed network.

Unstoppable Growth

  • 50M+ unique wallets connected

  • 335M+ total connections across chains

  • 70K+ apps and 700+ wallets integrated

These numbers show why #WalletConnect is becoming the default connectivity standard for Web3.

The WCT Token and Network Governance

The WalletConnect Token (WCT) is central to securing and governing the network. Recent highlights include:

  • Expansion to Solana (May 2025) – A 5M WCT airdrop rewarded active Solana users via wallets like Phantom and Backpack.

  • Coinbase Listing (August 2025) – $WCT was added to Coinbase’s roadmap and now trades on major exchanges, giving both retail and institutional investors easier access.

With WCT staking, fees, and governance, users and builders alike can shape the network’s future.

Enterprise Adoption: BitGo Integration

A major milestone came in June 2025, when BitGo integrated WalletConnect through WalletKit. This gave institutional investors the ability to connect to DeFi directly from BitGo’s self-custody wallets, combining security with access to governance, staking, and DeFi yields.

This partnership shows WalletConnect’s relevance not just in consumer wallets, but also at the enterprise level.

Developer Momentum

The developer experience continues to improve with AppKit. The latest release introduced:

  • Fixes for Solana token transfers

  • Smoother user interface components

  • Faster onboarding for new apps

By deprecating older SDKs, WalletConnect is ensuring developers migrate to a stack that is future-proof, multi-chain, and user-friendly.

Why It Matters

  • For users: Easier logins, fewer re-connects, and wider wallet compatibility.

  • For developers: One integration unlocks multi-chain access, swaps, on-ramps, and even social logins.

  • For institutions: Enterprise wallets like BitGo can safely interact with DeFi using WalletConnect rails.

Final Thoughts

@WalletConnect in 2025 is no longer just middleware—it’s the gateway to Web3, bridging millions of users, thousands of apps, and now institutions, all underpinned by a token-driven, decentralized network.

As Web3 adoption grows, WalletConnect is positioned to be the connective tissue of the next crypto cycle.