WalletConnect Unveils Next-Gen UX Platform and Decentralization Strategy

New York — WalletConnect, the premier Web3 UX platform, has announced a significant upgrade to its product suite, coupled with ambitious plans to fully decentralize the protocol. This strategic initiative underscores WalletConnect's commitment to fostering community participation and user sovereignty within the blockchain ecosystem, with further revelations slated for September in Singapore.

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“At WalletConnect, we are dedicated to delivering seamless and secure interactions that empower developers to craft innovative, user-centric applications, ultimately driving engaging experiences in the Web3 realm,” affirmed Jess Houlgrave, recently appointed CEO of WalletConnect. “To achieve this vision, WalletConnect is poised to fill a crucial gap by providing a comprehensive UX platform.”

The relaunch introduces 'AppKit' and 'WalletKit,' tailored solutions for developers and users within the web3 sphere. These revamped offerings aim to address the growing demand for modular, multi-chain solutions, thereby enhancing user experience and propelling adoption rates forward.

“Digital ownership is the future, yet much of Web3 remains inaccessible. Through AppKit and WalletKit, we are empowering users to take control of their data and assets across diverse applications and wallets, while enabling developers to create more advanced and customizable experiences.”

Jess Houlgrave, CEO of WalletConnect

AppKit and WalletKit boast core features complemented by customizable layered APIs, affording users unprecedented control over their digital footprint. Notable additions include Swaps and Universal Wallets with Smart Account technology, augmented social login, and WalletConnect-powered Web3 Usernames for AppKit, alongside One-Click Authentication for WalletKit.

Collaborations with industry leaders such as 1inch, Safe, ENS, Coinbase, and Magic further bolster these offerings, signaling substantial support for Smart Accounts, Session Keys, and Multi-Chain endeavors.

This announcement heralds a pivotal moment for WalletConnect, marked by strategic organizational changes and a renewed focus on innovation. Houlgrave's appointment as CEO, along with the recent additions of Chief Marketing Officer Steven Dolcemaschio and Head of Product Joe Hoffend, underscore WalletConnect's commitment to driving product-led growth and scaling industry-leading Web3 solutions.

“The decentralization of the WalletConnect protocol and the introduction of the new product suite mark significant milestones in our journey to redefine digital connectivity.”

Jess Houlgrave, CEO of WalletConnect

Despite industry challenges in 2023, WalletConnect has witnessed sustained growth and adoption across its product suite. In 2024 alone, the platform has experienced a surge of over 300% in projects leveraging its application-centric offering, while its wallet-focused solution continues to serve as a cornerstone of the crypto wallet ecosystem, facilitating an average of more than 10 million monthly Web3 connections across 600+ wallets.