WalletConnect

WalletConnect continues to operate as an open network, focusing on reducing ecosystem fragmentation and preserving user choice. The platform serves as a connectivity layer that enables wallets and merchants to reach users across different platforms without forcing them to switch services. **Key benefits:** - Reduces fragmentation across the web3 ecosystem - Maintains user freedom to choose preferred wallets - Simplifies integration for merchants and wallet providers The open network approach allows different services to interoperate seamlessly, making it easier for users to interact with various applications using their existing wallet setup.

**Ingenico has integrated WalletConnect Pay** into its payment terminals globally, enabling stablecoin transactions across retail, hospitality, and transport sectors. **Key features:** - Supports five major stablecoins including USDC, EURC, and USDT - Works on Ethereum mainnet and select EVM chains - Compatible with any WalletConnect mobile wallet - Offers competitive fees and fast settlement times Arnaud Dubreuil, Ingenico's Director of Innovation, emphasized the benefits for merchants at NRF 26, highlighting the speed and cost advantages of the system. The integration represents a significant step in bringing cryptocurrency payments to mainstream commerce, allowing customers to pay with digital assets at physical point-of-sale terminals worldwide. [Full details](https://walletconnect.com/blog/ingenico-launcheswith-walletconnect-pay)

**WalletConnect Pay** launched its universal onchain checkout solution at Binance Blockchain Week 2025. The new payment system promises to work with: - Any wallet - Any digital asset - Any location WalletConnect positions this as **the new standard** for onchain payments, offering a streamlined experience that aims to simplify crypto transactions across different platforms and wallets. The company is showcasing the technology at their booth during the conference, allowing attendees to test the payment solution firsthand.

**WalletConnect Pay** is positioning itself as a true crypto payment solution, arguing that cards settling through Visa or Mastercard aren't genuine crypto payments. The platform offers: - Direct blockchain settlement without traditional payment rails - Simple scan-and-pay functionality - No additional KYC requirements for each card - Elimination of pre-checkout asset shuffling This approach bypasses the complexity and fees associated with conventional crypto cards that rely on existing financial infrastructure. [Learn more about WalletConnect Pay](https://payments.walletconnect.com/)

**TON blockchain integration with WalletConnect is now official**, bringing hundreds of wallet connections to the network. **Fireblocks and SafePal** are among the first wallets to enable TON DeFi access through WalletConnect's infrastructure. Key benefits: - Millions of users gain access to TON ecosystem - Institutional support through established wallet providers - Expanded DeFi opportunities on TON network This integration follows WalletConnect's recent milestone of facilitating **over $10T in transactions** and **$200B+ monthly stablecoin volume**. The move positions TON for broader adoption as more wallet providers are expected to follow.

**WalletCon** kicks off tomorrow at **10AM** with free registration still available. The web3 wallet conference offers multiple ways to participate: - In-person attendance with [free tickets](http://walletcon.com) - Live streaming on [X/Twitter](https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1lPKqvwRkbPGb?s=20) - Live streaming on [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/live/eee7vv7JmJ4?si=Z0ridRU_p5gvFpFw) The event focuses on wallet technology and infrastructure developments in the web3 space. **Register now** or tune in tomorrow for live coverage of the latest wallet innovations.

**Flexa** now offers instant crypto payment processing across **99+ digital assets** with zero chargebacks and fraud-proof settlement. **Key Features:** - Instant authorization and compliant payment rails - Low-code/no-code integration for fast deployment - Flexible payout options for merchants - Zero chargeback risk As a **WalletCon Buenos Aires** partner, Flexa provides builders with a complete payments infrastructure that's ready to use out of the box. The platform builds on recent success with **Base Pay** integration at major retailers like Chipotle, Regal Cinemas, and Barnes & Noble, demonstrating real-world adoption of frictionless crypto payments. [Learn more at WalletCon](http://www.walletcon.com/)

**ChainPatrol** is partnering with **WalletCon Buenos Aires** to provide real-time protection against crypto threats. **Key Protection Features:** - Monitors and blocks phishing emails instantly - Detects cloned domains in real-time - Identifies crypto impersonators - Provides community-wide security layer The partnership aims to give builders and users enhanced security tools as crypto scams continue to evolve. ChainPatrol's threat detection system works around the clock to identify malicious activity. **For Builders:** The collaboration offers developers access to enterprise-level security infrastructure that can be integrated into their projects. Learn more about the partnership and security solutions at [WalletCon](http://www.walletcon.com/).

**Solayer Labs** is building its financial infrastructure on **InfiniSVM**, leveraging hardware acceleration to achieve over **1 million transactions per second**. The platform aims to bring real-world financial services onchain without traditional friction points. Key highlights: - Hardware-accelerated transaction processing - 1M+ TPS capacity - Focus on real-world utility - Partnership with WalletCon Buenos Aires Solayer demonstrates how **high-performance infrastructure** can enable practical onchain applications for financial services. Learn more at [WalletCon](http://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)