## What is the WCT token and why was it listed on Binance?
**The WCT token** is the digital currency of the **WalletConnect** project, a popular protocol used by millions worldwide to connect their wallets (like Trust Wallet and MetaMask) to blockchain applications such as decentralized exchanges (DEXs) and smart wallets.
### Why is WCT important?
* **Its purpose:** Empower users to participate in the governance of the project (which means making decisions regarding development), and to pay usage fees within the WalletConnect network.
* **A step towards decentralization:** The introduction of the currency is part of WalletConnect's plan to transform the network into a fully decentralized system.
* **Strong technology:** WalletConnect started in 2018, and since then has created over **275 million connections** between wallets and applications.
### WCT listing on Binance:
* **Listing date:** April 15, 2025
* **Trading pairs:**
* WCT/USDT
* WCT/BNB
* WCT/USDC
* WCT/FDUSD
* WCT/TRY
### Can I earn WCT for free?
Yes! Binance ran a Launchpool campaign before the listing, through which users were able to earn the token by staking assets like **BNB** and **USDC** and receiving WCT as a reward.
## Summary
WCT is not just a new token; it is a significant step in the evolution of the WalletConnect project, which facilitates easy and secure communication between wallets and decentralized applications. With its listing on Binance, it has become easier to trade and use, and over time, it may have bigger roles in the Web3 world.#wct 
