WalletCon 2024: The Recap
This year’s WalletCon is a wrap! It was nothing short of unforgettable. Held in the vibrant heart of Bangkok, WalletCon 2024 brought together over 800 passionate individuals, companies, and projects focused on advancing onchain UX and making Web3 accessible, usable, and secure. From incredible keynotes to hands-on workshops, WalletCon delivered impactful insights, actionable takeaways, and a thrilling vision of what's next in Web3.
New from Reown 👀
AppKit for Telegram
Telegram has become essential in onchain communities for its privacy-forward design. As demand for mini-apps within Telegram rises, we’re excited to launch AppKit for Telegram, enabling users to engage with projects on Telegram using an onchain wallet.
Developers can now easily integrate AppKit with Telegram mini-apps to bring Web3-native products into this popular platform, supporting community building and cross-platform growth. Available in React, Next.js, Vue, and JavaScript, AppKit for Telegram offers:
- Social and email login
- Embedded wallets with transaction history
- Swaps and onramp functionality
- Network switching
AppKit for Bitcoin
Announcing AppKit for Bitcoin, our next step toward a multichain future. Following our Solana integration, AppKit for Bitcoin simplifies UX for builders and helps new users explore Bitcoin.
AppKit for Bitcoin will unlock a huge opportunity for Bitcoin builders to not only simplify their UX without compromising on security or privacy but also provide clearer routes for new users to join their communities and experience the world of Bitcoin.
WalletKit: Reown’s Phased Approach to Chain & Token Abstraction
Reown’s WalletKit is rolling out a phased approach to streamline cross-chain interactions, initially launching a multi-bridge and multi-swap solution in Phase 1. By Q2 2025, Phase 2 will bring further enhancements, with added support for custodial accounts and privacy-focused modules to safeguard transaction data.
Key Highlights from partners at WalletCon 2024
🤝 Flexa x Reown Partnership
Flexa unveiled a strategic partnership with Reown to enhance the onchain user experience, alongside ‘Scan,’ a new component in Flexa’s ‘Components’ SDK.
📲 Bitget Web3 Wallet’s $20M Support Program
Bitget launched a $20 million support program for Telegram Mini-App integration in collaboration with Foresight Ventures.
🕸️ ZERϴ Network Mainnet Launch
The highly anticipated ZERϴ Network (the first vertically integrated wallet chain) is now live, opening up new possibilities for decentralized applications.
🔐 Mesh Adds Bitcoin Support to Mesh Verify
Mesh announced that its verification tool, Mesh Verify, is now supporting Bitcoin.
🧠 Safe on EIP-7702: Reimagining Smart Account UX
Safe discussed its vision for an improved user experience for smart accounts using EIP-7702.
⛓️ Mimic’s DeFi Automation Protocol
Mimic introduced its innovative protocol for DeFi automation, streamlining onchain asset management.
🧑💻 Rhinestone’s Account-Centric Developer Platform
Rhinestone launched “The Account-Centric Developer Platform” with a $500K incentive program for builders.
📝 Ledger’s Clear Signing Initiative
Ledger shared updates on its Clear Signing Initiative, enhancing transaction transparency to protect users from scams and improve security.
🤖 Coin98’s Cypheus AI Assistant
Coin98 introduced Cypheus, an AI assistant designed to support seamless Web3 interactions.
📊 1inch Wallet’s Competitive Trade Rates
1inch Wallet announced new low trade rates, optimizing cost-efficiency for its users.
🟣 Solana Ecosystem Update
A promising update on the evolving Solana ecosystem was revealed, spotlighting recent advancements and future directions.
🌐 Introducing WalletGuide and WalletConnect Certified
The WalletConnect Foundation has launched WalletGuide, a new directory designed to help users discover the best web3 wallets tailored to their needs. Alongside WalletGuide, WalletConnect Certified is being introduced as a badge of excellence, signifying wallets that meet top standards in security, user experience, and compliance.
🪂 WalletConnect Token Airdrop Season 1 claim goes live on November 26
WalletConnect is pleased to announce that the WalletConnect Token (WCT) Claim and staking will go live on November 26. Eligible users can claim their tokens and start staking directly in the WalletConnect ecosystem. By staking WCT, you contribute to the network’s growth and governance while earning rewards for your participation. Learn more about WCT here
