All about WalletConnect – The core connection layer of Web3.
1. WalletConnect is an open-source protocol that securely, quickly, and safely connects crypto wallets with dApps. Launched in 2018, WalletConnect has become the default connection layer of Web3, similar to Visa in traditional payments.
2. Role & Key Figures:
+ Over 61,000 dApps and 700+ integrated wallets.
+ 45 million users globally.
+ 20 million connections/month
+ Trusted by MetaMask, Binance, Trust Wallet...
3. Launch of WCT token:
WalletConnect introduced the WCT token to:
+ Pay for network usage fees.
+ Stake to earn rewards (APY up to 22.7%).
+ Participate in decentralized governance.
+ Reward wallets, dApps, and nodes that operate effectively.
+ Stake at: staking.walletconnect.network
4. WCT Tokenomics:
+ 27% Foundation
+ 18.5% Airdrop
+ 17.5% Rewards
+ 18.5% Team
+ 11.5% Investors
+ 7% Core Dev
5. Huge fundraising:
+ CoinList: $15.5 million from 18,000 people.
+ Bitget: $326 million commitment (goal only $4 million).
+ Echo: Sold out $500,000 in 11 seconds.
6. Decentralized future:
+ Already over 16 major node partners (Ledger, Nansen...)
+ Moving towards a permissionless network owned by the community.
7. Why should you keep an eye on WalletConnect?
Not a short-term trend; this is a real core infrastructure with real users and real value, deserving of your usage, investment, or collaboration.
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