WalletCon III: The Recap
WalletCon III has officially concluded, marking another milestone in the evolution of onchain user experience and decentralized technology. As a premier gathering of developers, innovators, and industry leaders, WalletCon III provided a strategic platform for discussing the future of web3. With a focus on cutting-edge advancements, seamless integrations, and scalable solutions, this year’s event showcased the key innovations shaping blockchain’s next phase. Attendees engaged in in-depth technical discussions, hands-on workshops, and forward-looking panels, reinforcing a shared commitment to improving usability, security, and accessibility across the ecosystem.
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Future of Onchain UX
Jess Houlgrave, CEO of Reown, took the stage to emphasize the importance of user-centric design in blockchain applications. She highlighted how Reown is pushing boundaries to create intuitive, secure, and seamless onchain experiences that don’t require users to navigate unnecessary complexity. With an unwavering commitment to accessibility, Reown is working on solutions that make onboarding easier, transactions more transparent, and interactions more intuitive, ensuring web3 is built for everyone.
Technical Deep Dive
Derek Rein, CTO of Reown, provided an in-depth look at the latest advancements in blockchain infrastructure, detailing the key innovations driving better UX in decentralized applications. He explored how cutting-edge scalability solutions, optimized smart contract architectures, and new security models are reshaping how users interact with blockchain technology. Reown’s approach focuses on eliminating friction while maintaining the highest standards of security and privacy, ensuring both developers and end users benefit from the most seamless experience possible.
AI and Crypto: Innovation or Hype?
One of the most thought-provoking discussions of the event featured experts including Eskender Abebe (Eliza Labs) and Luka Isailovic (Reown), who debated the role of AI in blockchain. The session examined AI’s potential to revolutionize security, automation, and predictive analytics within Web3 applications. While some remain skeptical, others believe AI will be integral in simplifying blockchain interactions and enhancing smart contract functionality. Reown is actively exploring ways to integrate AI into onchain experiences in a responsible, impactful manner that enhances security and usability.
Chain Abstraction
Derek Rein (Reown) and Nikhil Suri (Wormhole) led a fascinating discussion on how chain abstraction can dramatically simplify blockchain interactions. By abstracting away the complexity of multiple networks, developers can create experiences where users don’t need to worry about which chain they’re transacting on. This vision of a truly interoperable Web3 is at the heart of Reown’s mission, as the company continues to develop solutions that make it easier for both developers and end users to move seamlessly across different blockchain ecosystems.
The Future of Payments
The evolution of payments in Web3 was another major theme, with Jess Houlgrave (Reown) and Jennifer Lee (Stripe) discussing the innovations needed to make crypto payments more user-friendly. The conversation explored real-world use cases where crypto payments are already proving their value and highlighted the UX challenges that still need to be addressed. From gasless transactions to fiat onramps that feel native, Reown is working on solutions that will help bring crypto payments into mainstream adoption by making them as simple and intuitive as traditional payment methods. Learn more about Reown AppKit for Payment here
WalletCon III was a testament to the collaboration and innovation in web3. With deep technical discussions, groundbreaking product insights, and a strong focus on improving user experience, Reown reinforced its commitment to making blockchain more accessible, usable, and secure.
The conversations and ideas sparked at this event will undoubtedly drive the next evolution of onchain UX. See you at the next WalletCon!
