How WalletConnect is Reshaping the Crypto Space
Since its inception in 2018, @WalletConnect has cemented itself as the universal “socket layer” of Web3—connecting 600+ wallets, 40,000+ dApps, and supporting 150 M+ on-chain connections for 30M+ users across all major chains . It introduced a secure, encrypted protocol using QR codes and session deep-links—ensuring users never expose private keys . This resilience and trust have become so deeply ingrained, WalletConnect is now as recognizable in Web3 as Visa is in payments .
What is WalletConnect Token ($WCT)?
$WCT is the native ERC‑20 token powering the WalletConnect Network. Launched on Optimism, it secures the ecosystem via staking, governance, rewards, fees, and incentivizing node operators and wallet builders . With a 1 billion total supply, currently ~186 M tokens are in circulation (≈19%) .
Key utilities of WCT include:
Staking – lock tokens for up to 105 weeks and earn weekly rewards while gaining governance voting power .
Rewards & incentives – paid to network contributors based on uptime, latency, and overall service performance .
Governance – stakeweight, computed as (amount × weeks locked) / 209, determines your share of votes and rewards .
Staking WCT — Step-by-Step Flow
1. Visit staking portal at https://staking.walletconnect.network/
2. Connect your wallet, approve the staking contract to spend WCT.
3. Select amount and lock duration (up to 105 weeks).
4. Sign two transactions: one for approval, one to lock.
5. Earn weekly rewards, claimable every Thursday — plus you can extend lock or add tokens to maintain or boost stakeweight .
Staking with @WalletConnect is user-friendly and penalty-free—plus you actively support decentralization and protocol growth .
Why WCT Matters—History, Resilience & Trust
Built on trust: secure end‑to‑end encrypted sessions; never expose private keys .
Proven track record: billions of connections since 2018 showcase its robustness.
Backed by ecosystem leaders: Trail of Bits-audited, with support from Coinbase, Circle, ConsenSys, Binance Launchpool, and more .
Community-powered: open-source network with service & gateway nodes run by community. WCT unlocks real influence in governance.
Built for Web3’s future: as WalletConnect pushes multi-session flows, on-chain governance, and smarter UX—staking WCT means you stake in that future .
What You Should Do Now 👇
Hold and stake your $WCT to earn up to ~23% APY, gain voting power, and help grow Web3 UX .
Engage—with every lock, proposal, or node-build—you’re shaping a user-owned future.
Questions? Ask in the comments—I’ll engage and help the community.
Together, we're not just holding a token—we're building the communications backbone of Web3. Let’s stake, decide, and grow — one secure connection at a time. 🔗
