Most people mention WalletConnect, emphasizing its secure connection between DApps and wallets. However, from the perspective of 'on-chain identity (Decentralized Identity, DID)', it can be seen that WalletConnect has not yet fully realized its potential.
Currently, the interaction of WalletConnect is essentially 'application request + wallet authorization', but it can be expanded into an 'identity credential transfer layer'. In other words, users are not just connecting wallets; they can also transfer a certain type of zero-knowledge credential through WalletConnect, proving that they meet certain conditions (e.g., on-chain activity, KYC completion, specific DAO membership) without having to expose their privacy.
This means that WalletConnect has a complete opportunity to become the entry protocol for on-chain identity interaction, no longer just 'payment + authorization', but rather a middleware for identity and trust. Once DID is integrated with WalletConnect, the UX of Web3 applications will elevate from 'whose wallet are you' to 'who you are and what rights you have'.
Future Scenario:
Users can enter a DAO with just one-click connection through WalletConnect to transfer their DAO membership proof instead of just their wallet address.
Web3 social platforms obtain users' reputation credentials through WalletConnect, achieving seamless identity verification.
With the integration of zero-knowledge proofs, users can even 'prove that they are underage/ have passed compliance verification' without disclosing sensitive data.
If WalletConnect enters the identity space, it will upgrade from the 'tool layer' to the 'trust layer', which is the true future potential that is rarely mentioned. #WalletConnect $WCT @WalletConnect
