I'm excited about WalletConnect because it’s one of those tools we all use, but don’t always realize how big it is.
Launched in 2018, WalletConnect has become the bridge between wallets and dApps. It’s open-source, secure, and works across chains. Right now, it connects:
600+ wallets
65,000+ apps
47.5 million users
300M+ connections
That’s huge adoption.
Why it matters
Before WalletConnect, every wallet had to build custom integrations for each app. It was messy. WalletConnect fixed that by creating one simple, secure handshake. Now your wallet can talk to almost any dApp with just a QR scan or one click.
For me, this solved one of the biggest problems in crypto — user experience. No keys exposed. No extra installs. Just connect and go.
The $WCT Token
The next big step is the WalletConnect Network, powered by $WCT.
Here’s what WCT does:
Staking – secure the network and earn rewards.
Governance – vote on how the network evolves.
Incentives – align wallets, apps, and node operators to keep everything running smoothly.
WCT lives on Optimism and Solana, showing WalletConnect’s push into multi-chain territory.
Why I like it
✅ It’s chain-agnostic – Ethereum, Solana, and beyond.
✅ It protects users – end-to-end encryption, no custody.
✅ It’s proven – already serving millions every month.
✅ It’s growing – decentralizing with WCT at the core.
Risks to remember
I never ignore risks:
Malicious dApps can still trick users into signing bad transactions.
Liquid staking and governance tokens add complexity.
Network decentralization is still rolling out — it’s early.
That’s why I always double-check every connection, keep my main funds safe, and never stake more than I can afford.
My take
WalletConnect is already the backbone of Web3 connections. With WCT, it’s moving from just a protocol to a community-owned network. I believe this step is big — it blends mass adoption with real decentralization.
