@WalletConnect is an open-source protocol and network that enables secure, #WCT seamless connections between crypto wallets and decentralized applications (dApps). #Walletconnect It was founded by Pedro Gomes in 2018 to streamline the fragmented and often cumbersome wallet–dApp integration process. An ERC‑20 token used for staking, governance, node operator rewards, and potentially future fees .

While WalletConnect itself is secure, fake relay nodes and phishing sites have arisen. Users report scam QR codes mimicking the real service—always verify URLs