WalletConnect Weekly Ecosystem Roundup

**WalletCon Buenos Aires** programming is now live for November 20th. The event features: - Opening keynotes from industry leaders - Panel discussions on wallet infrastructure - **Deep Tech Hour** covering WalletConnect backend operations - Sessions from TrustWallet and Ledger teams Key speakers include representatives from major wallet providers and blockchain infrastructure companies. The conference focuses on technical developments in wallet technology and onchain infrastructure. [Register here](https://www.walletcon.com/)

WalletConnect is exploring a **monetization strategy** that would introduce fees for high-volume applications while keeping the service free for end users. **Key Details:** - Fees would only apply to apps generating **$1M+ monthly TNV** (Total Network Volume) - End users will continue using WalletConnect **at no cost** - Fee structure is being developed with **key ecosystem stakeholders** **Potential Benefits:** - Fuels continued innovation - Rewards network contributors - Supports ecosystem growth This comes as WalletConnect approaches **$400B in annual network volume** by end of 2025, positioning it alongside major fintech companies. The monetization exploration aims to create sustainable funding while maintaining accessibility for users and smaller applications. [Learn more about the monetization plan](https://walletconnect.com/blog/walletconnect-exploring-sustainable-network-monetization)

**WalletConnect has partnered with dtcpay** to bring stablecoin payments to mainstream retail across Asia. **Key features:** - Pay with **USDC, USDT, and WUSD** using 500+ supported wallets - Works at retail stores, restaurants, and everyday commerce locations - Integrated into point-of-sale terminals for seamless checkout **Major milestone:** dtcpay becomes the first Major Payment Institution (MPI) partner in Asia to integrate WalletConnect, marking a significant step toward mainstream adoption. **Market impact:** Stablecoins represent 72% of payments on WalletConnect. This partnership enables billions in stablecoin transactions to flow through physical businesses and institutions. The integration transforms onchain payments from experimental technology to essential infrastructure, making crypto spending as simple as traditional card payments. *Expansion to other regions planned soon.*

**WalletConnect integration is accelerating Hedera ecosystem growth** by connecting major projects to hundreds of wallet options. **Key developments:** - Top Hedera projects like SaucerSwapLabs, TradeInOrbit, and HashgraphOnline now use WalletConnect - Integration provides access to **700+ wallets** and millions of users - Eliminates wallet compatibility headaches for developers **Impact on ecosystem:** - Faster scaling for Hedera applications - Easier user onboarding process - Opens Hedera to the broader onchain economy This infrastructure upgrade positions Hedera projects to tap into WalletConnect's extensive network, potentially driving significant user growth across the ecosystem. [Read the full analysis](https://walletconnect.com/blog/hedera-x-walletconnect-powering-scalable-defi)