WalletConnect Foundation Appoints New Supervisor with TradFi and Crypto Experience

**WalletConnect CEO Jessica Houlgrave** emphasized that crypto payments extend far beyond simple transactions during her Mastercard panel at Blockworks DAS. **Key insights:** - Payments encompass **subscriptions and recurring transactions** - Current crypto infrastructure needs refinement - **TradFi-onchain convergence** requires better user experience The discussion highlighted the gap between crypto's potential and current payment capabilities. Before traditional finance fully integrates with blockchain technology, the industry must solve complex payment flows. **The challenge:** Creating seamless recurring payment systems that match traditional finance standards while maintaining crypto's benefits.

**WalletConnect is projected to reach $400 billion in Total Network Volume (TNV) by end of 2025.** This milestone would position the web3 infrastructure provider alongside major fintech companies in terms of annual transaction volume. **Key Points:** - TNV measures the total value of transactions flowing through WalletConnect's network - The $400B figure represents significant growth in web3 adoption - Performance would be comparable to established fintech giants The achievement highlights the maturation of web3 infrastructure and growing institutional adoption of blockchain-based financial services. [Read the full analysis](https://walletconnect.com/blog/walletconnect-set-to-surpass-usd400-billion-in-annual-network-volume)

**Holonym is reshaping wallet infrastructure** with their new Wallet-as-a-Protocol (WaaP) framework. As a WalletCon partner, they're introducing a **free, composable framework** that reimagines wallets as secure, interoperable layers for onchain applications. Key features: - Free and open framework - Enhanced security and interoperability - Designed for onchain world integration The WaaP approach represents a shift from traditional wallet thinking to protocol-based infrastructure. [Learn more about WaaP](https://human.tech/) [Claim WalletCon tickets](https://www.walletcon.com/)

**WalletCon Argentina** is happening in 43 days on **November 20th** in Buenos Aires. The free event brings together major wallet providers, dApps, and onchain infrastructure teams to discuss the future of web3 user experience. **Key Partners Include:** - Ledger, Trust Wallet, Bitget Wallet - Gnosis DAO, Rootstock, Solayer Labs - LiFi Protocol, Flexa, ChainPatrol - Rhinestone, Reown, Holonym The event coincides with **EF Devcon**, making it convenient for developers already traveling to the region. [Register for free tickets](https://www.walletcon.com/)

Gemini Wallet has integrated WalletConnect, significantly expanding its functionality. Users can now connect to over 70,000 decentralized applications across multiple blockchains including Ethereum, Solana, and Bitcoin. Key features: - Instant session starts with no app switching - Encrypted connections ensuring privacy - Seamless authentication across platforms - Support for trading, swapping, staking, and minting The integration leverages WalletConnect's universal layer, which maintains 99.99% uptime and processes billions in transactions annually. Users simply scan a QR code to connect their Gemini Wallet to any supported application. [Learn more about the integration](https://walletconnect.network/blog/walletconnect-integration-in-gemini-wallet)