metadata: {"signature": "0x59ab1a76305493cf2c6c88466cbb632fb031c3d995ae808e95c67f581222da055c68f638b38ba3f03e626dd64aa0cc91647d4115bd1d264b61df113d56e12dc11c", "application": {"round": "0xdd906d46876ec8a10e4cf80fb5c4992091e87e46", "answers": [{"type": "email", "hidden": true, "question": "Email Address", "questionId": 0, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "qK16JnKRw9SB2khubSlHy520d4rZC1MdUKdMEFf9mSNNF1srgfT1Pdb3zw6lMIas", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "e018029c07f967953b53b86fbe5d963be5a25264b3a72271f9e26fc93b7dfd53959d3628566a1491c50ad1c13cb3920c033c2f71569890934b0cdeadccf0e3c0d68796ba739c17d33ce3a6e57b09efd54baa8d7c6f7411f01f01909cf344ef8f194c52d8c74861c883f050198f7f86d0f6866d85222d719d2c7496b50dcb95a20000000000000020b0bfc627aca113bf42f5aea12cfd45b27e904966bba164482da5486b3a4885f5db23df14e99f4e9b55f2b775f0a66385"}}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": true, "question": "Please confirm the Payment Wallet you have provided is on Polygon PoS and can accept MATIC", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "GFXvs adopts a consumer-centric approach by focusing on user engagement through interactive NFT battles, making digital art more accessible and exciting for a wider audience. Our platform not only allows artists to showcase their work but also engages users in daily voting battles where they can participate, vote, and earn rewards. This community-driven competition incentivizes both artists and voters, creating a vibrant, consumer-focused ecosystem.\n\nBy integrating Farcaster Frames into GFXvs, we enhance the user experience by leveraging decentralized social identity and interactions. Farcaster Frames will allow users to:\n\nAuthenticate and manage their identities seamlessly on the platform, ensuring that both artists and voters have a verifiable and consistent presence across the Polygon network.\nCreate and share content directly linked to their Farcaster profiles, enabling easy distribution of battle results, artwork, and achievements across decentralized networks.\nFoster more personalized interactions, where users can follow artists, vote based on their social identity or profile reputation, and engage in discussions around the art, building a more connected and trusted community.\nThis innovative use of Farcaster Frames not only strengthens the engagement loop within GFXvs but also drives more meaningful interactions, making the platform stand out as a user-first NFT space on Polygon.", "hidden": true, "question": "Explain your project's consumer-centric approach and how it innovatively uses Farcaster Frames to enhance user experience", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "GFXvs leverages Farcaster Frames in a novel way to solve key challenges in the NFT space\u2014trust, identity, and social interaction\u2014while creating new opportunities for both artists and users. By integrating Farcaster Frames into the platform, GFXvs tackles the issue of identity verification and trust in a decentralized manner, allowing users to authenticate themselves across Polygon without relying on centralized authorities.\n\nUnique Use of Farcaster Frames:\nVerified Artist and Voter Identities: Artists and voters can use Farcaster Frames for decentralized identity verification, ensuring transparency and trust in the voting process. This eliminates fraudulent participation, allowing only verified users to vote and compete, thereby increasing the integrity of the platform.\n\nCross-Platform Identity and Content Sharing: GFXvs utilizes Farcaster Frames to allow users to seamlessly share their participation, battle outcomes, and art creations across decentralized platforms, fostering greater visibility for artists and their work. This creates new marketing opportunities for artists, enabling them to attract more followers and increase engagement beyond the GFXvs platform.\n\nReputation-Driven Voting System: By incorporating Farcaster Frames' identity layer, we can introduce a reputation-based voting system where user votes carry more weight based on their past engagement, activity, and social standing. This fosters meaningful participation, as users with higher reputations are encouraged to engage, creating a fairer and more incentivized ecosystem.\n\nArtist and Community Collaboration: Farcaster Frames also enables direct interactions between artists and users. Artists can follow their supporters, engage with their audience, and create collaborative opportunities by hosting exclusive battles or events for their Farcaster-following community, opening up new ways for consumer interaction and co-creation.\n\nThis innovative approach not only enhances the user experience by solving trust and identity issues but also creates new opportunities for artists and users to engage in a decentralized, socially interactive, and reputation-driven environment on GFXvs.", "hidden": true, "question": "Describe how your project uses Farcaster Frames in a novel or unique way to solve a consumer problem or create new opportunities.", "questionId": 3}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "GFXvs operates independently on the Polygon PoS (Proof of Stake) network, utilizing its scalability, speed, and low transaction costs to enhance the platform\u2019s functionality and user experience. By building on Polygon, GFXvs ensures seamless performance and a decentralized environment for NFT creation, battles, and transactions without relying on external infrastructure.\n\nKey Aspects of GFXvs Functionality on Polygon PoS:\nScalable NFT Minting and Storage: GFXvs uses Polygon PoS to mint and store NFTs efficiently. Artists can upload their artwork, which is then minted as NFTs on Polygon\u2019s PoS chain, taking advantage of the network\u2019s low gas fees and high throughput. This allows us to host daily art battles and manage a large volume of transactions without delays or high costs, making the platform affordable and scalable for users.\n\nDecentralized Voting Mechanism: The voting system on GFXvs is also decentralized and operates fully on Polygon PoS. Users cast their votes for their favorite NFTs, and these transactions are recorded on-chain. The low transaction fees of Polygon ensure that voting is accessible to all users, while the decentralized nature guarantees transparency and fairness.\n\nSmart Contracts for Reward Distribution: GFXvs employs smart contracts on Polygon PoS to automate the reward distribution process. When an NFT battle concludes, the contract triggers the distribution of rewards (tokens or NFTs) to the winning artist and participating voters. This entire process is trustless and self-executing, leveraging Polygon\u2019s secure PoS consensus mechanism.\n\nSeamless Wallet Integration: GFXvs integrates with Polygon-compatible wallets (like MetaMask or WalletConnect) to allow users to easily connect, participate in battles, mint NFTs, and vote. This ensures that users have full control over their assets, which are held in their wallets and not by the platform, maintaining decentralization.\n\nBy leveraging Polygon\u2019s PoS infrastructure, GFXvs functions as a fully decentralized, scalable, and user-friendly platform for NFT battles, offering fast and cost-effective transactions while maintaining independence and security.", "hidden": true, "question": "Describe how your project functions independently on Polygon PoS", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "NFT innovation", "hidden": true, "question": "Select from the provided categories or specify other if none of these are applicable", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Teckas Technologies brings extensive experience in Web3 development, specializing in decentralized applications (dApps), NFTs, and blockchain infrastructure. Our team has successfully delivered projects integrating NFT platforms, blockchain wallets, and AI-driven solutions using advanced Web3 technologies.\n\nExpertise Highlights:\nBlockchain Development: We have built multiple blockchain-based projects, including NFT platforms and DeFi solutions, utilizing smart contracts, token standards (ERC-721, ERC-20), and decentralized networks like Polygon and NEAR.\nNFT and Marketplace Integration: Our work includes creating platforms for minting, trading, and managing NFTs, as well as integrating community engagement features such as voting and reward mechanisms.\nAI Integration in Web3: Teckas Technologies has experience in combining AI models with blockchain infrastructure, as demonstrated by our work on GFXvs, where we enable AI-generated art in NFT battles, providing users with a unique, interactive experience.\nSmart Contracts: Our expertise in smart contract development ensures secure, transparent operations for reward distribution, voting, and other platform functionalities on decentralized networks.\nThough Farcaster Frames integration is new to our portfolio, our team's strong foundation in Web3, along with our ability to quickly adopt emerging technologies, positions us to innovate and effectively incorporate it into GFXvs for enhancing decentralized social identity and engagement.", "hidden": true, "question": "Describe your team's relevant expertise in developing in Web3 and (if applicable) with Farcaster Frames.", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Key Milestones for GFXvs Development\nMilestone 1: Farcaster Frames Integration (4 weeks)\n\nObjective: Integrate Farcaster Frames to enable content sharing, decentralized profiles, and user interaction.\nTasks:\nImplement Farcaster Frames API for user profiles and artwork sharing.\nTest and deploy integration on the Polygon network.\nBudget: $20,000\nMilestone 2: Reputation-Based Voting System (5 weeks)\n\nObjective: Build a voting system that weighs votes based on user reputation and activity.\nTasks:\nDevelop smart contracts to handle reputation-based voting.\nDesign user interfaces to display voting influence.\nTest the system and deploy it on the Polygon PoS network.\nBudget: $25,000\nMilestone 3: Social Sharing and User Engagement Features (4 weeks)\n\nObjective: Enable users to share battle outcomes, artwork, and interact via Farcaster-linked profiles.\nTasks:\nBuild features to support content sharing and interactions on decentralized platforms.\nTest and optimize for a smooth user experience.\nBudget: $15,000\nMilestone 4: Final Platform Launch and Marketing (3 weeks)\n\nObjective: Launch the fully integrated GFXvs platform with a marketing campaign to attract new users.\nTasks:\nFinal testing and platform optimizations.\nExecute a marketing strategy targeting NFT and Web3 communities.\nBudget: $10,000\nTotal Budget: $70,000 USD\nThis breakdown allocates resources efficiently for the integration of Farcaster Frames, reputation-based features, and marketing efforts to drive user growth.", "hidden": true, "question": "Please provide key milestones with budget for integrating Farcaster Frames and developing your application. You can link to a spreadsheet outlining this information.", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "To drive user adoption of GFXvs, we will implement a multi-pronged strategy that focuses on community engagement, reward systems, and partnerships to attract both artists and users to the platform. Here\u2019s the plan:\n\n1. Incentivize Early Adoption with Rewards\nExclusive NFT Rewards: Offer exclusive NFTs or badges to early adopters, both artists and voters, for engaging with the platform in its initial phase. These could include rare NFT collections, discounts on future competitions, or special access to features.\nReferral Programs: Implement a referral program where users can earn rewards (such as tokens or NFTs) for bringing in new users to the platform, encouraging organic growth through word-of-mouth.\n2. Launch High-Visibility Marketing Campaigns\nSocial Media Campaigns: Leverage platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok to build awareness through creative and engaging content (e.g., showcasing NFT battle highlights, artist spotlights, and voting moments). Use hashtags and community challenges to increase engagement.\nInfluencer Partnerships: Collaborate with NFT influencers, Web3 advocates, and digital artists to create buzz around GFXvs. Influencers can promote the platform by participating in battles or sharing their experiences.\nPolygon Community Engagement: Actively engage with the Polygon community through forums, Discord channels, and other Polygon-native spaces to attract users already familiar with the ecosystem.\n3. Community Events and Contests\nWeekly/Monthly Contests: Run frequent contests with attractive rewards for both artists and voters, creating a competitive yet fun environment that encourages repeat participation.\nLive Events and AMAs: Host live events or Ask Me Anything (AMA) sessions with notable NFT artists, creators, and Web3 thought leaders. This will not only help with promotion but also build a loyal community around the platform.\n4. Onboarding Simplification\nSeamless User Experience: Create a user-friendly onboarding process where both artists and voters can quickly register using their wallets. Provide tutorials and guides for users unfamiliar with blockchain or NFT concepts.\nFarcaster Frames Integration: Promote the social identity aspect of Farcaster Frames to make it easier for users to authenticate and share their experiences across multiple platforms, driving awareness through social channels.\n5. Partnerships and Collaborations\nCollaborate with NFT Marketplaces: Partner with existing NFT marketplaces or platforms to offer artists cross-promotion and the ability to seamlessly migrate their collections or battle outcomes.\nPolygon Developer Ecosystem: Collaborate with Polygon-based projects to foster a collaborative ecosystem that shares users and builds mutual value.\n6. User Education and Tutorials\nEducational Content: Publish easy-to-follow guides, video tutorials, and FAQs to help new users get started on GFXvs, explaining the voting process, how to submit NFTs, and how rewards work.\nWeb3 and NFT Education: Host workshops or webinars on NFTs and Web3 to attract more users interested in learning about the space and becoming active participants.\nBy combining rewards, marketing, and partnerships, we aim to rapidly build a strong user base for GFXvs and foster long-term engagement on the platform.", "hidden": true, "question": "What is your plan for driving user adoption of your application", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "GFXvs is designed to drive daily active addresses (DAA) and transaction volume on Polygon PoS through its frequent NFT battles, social engagement, and incentivized participation. Here\u2019s how GFXvs will contribute to these metrics and the expected growth over the next 60 days:\n\nHow GFXvs Increases DAA and Transaction Volume:\nDaily Art Battles:\n\nThe core feature of GFXvs, daily NFT battles, requires artists to mint or submit their NFTs and voters to participate by casting their votes. Each battle will generate multiple transactions (submissions, votes, and rewards distribution), increasing the number of daily active addresses engaging with the platform.\nEstimate:\n50\u2013100 artists submitting NFTs daily.\n200\u2013300 voters participating per day, each casting a transaction.\nIncentivized Voting and Rewards System:\n\nUsers are incentivized to vote in the battles, as they stand to earn rewards (e.g., rare NFTs or tokens). Each vote is an on-chain transaction, and reward distribution also generates additional transactions.\nEstimate:\nAround 250\u2013400 daily transactions from voting and rewards.\nSocial Sharing Features via Farcaster Frames:\n\nWith Farcaster Frames integration, users will actively share their NFT battle outcomes and artist profiles across decentralized platforms, bringing in new users and increasing engagement on Polygon. This creates a feedback loop, driving more activity and visibility on the platform.\nEstimate:\nApproximately 20\u201330 new users daily through social referrals, each performing at least 1\u20132 transactions (registering, voting, or submitting NFTs).\nReferral and Reward Programs:\n\nReferral programs will incentivize users to bring in new participants, adding more daily activity and transactions as referred users join and interact with the platform. The referral bonus transactions (reward issuance) will also add to the volume.\nEstimate:\nAround 100\u2013150 additional transactions from referrals and rewards over 60 days.\nExpected Volumes Over the Next 60 Days:\nDaily Active Addresses (DAA):\n\nDay 1\u201330:\nInitial user base growth through marketing campaigns, influencer partnerships, and community engagement.\nEstimated DAA: 300\u2013400 unique addresses.\nDay 31\u201360:\nReferral programs and increased awareness lead to steady growth in daily active users.\nEstimated DAA: 450\u2013600 unique addresses.\nTransaction Volume:\n\nDay 1\u201330:\nWith artist submissions, votes, and rewards driving the bulk of transactions.\nEstimated total transactions per day: 500\u2013700.\nTotal estimated transaction volume for the first 30 days: 15,000\u201321,000 transactions.\nDay 31\u201360:\nIncreased participation, social sharing, and referrals contribute to higher transaction volumes.\nEstimated total transactions per day: 800\u20131,000.\nTotal estimated transaction volume for the second 30 days: 24,000\u201330,000 transactions.\nTotal Estimated Transaction Volume Over 60 Days:\n39,000\u201351,000 transactions.\nBy leveraging daily engagement mechanics and incentivizing users with rewards, GFXvs will significantly boost daily active addresses and transaction volume on the Polygon PoS network, contributing to its overall ecosystem growth.", "hidden": true, "question": "Describe how your project will increase DAA and transaction volume on Polygon PoS.  Provide estimates on the expected volumes over the next 60 days.", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "GFXvs has already achieved notable traction on the NEAR blockchain, boasting 741 unique active wallets and a Daily Active Unique Wallet (DAUW) count of 30. Without significant marketing efforts, we managed to have over 200 active users on a single day, indicating strong potential for organic growth.\n\nWe track these metrics using Dapplooker (link: https://dapplooker.com/dashboard/gfxvs-dash-998), where you can see detailed performance data. These early successes demonstrate the platform\u2019s ability to engage users through daily NFT battles and reward systems, even before a full-scale marketing campaign is launched.\n\nBy expanding to Polygon with Farcaster Frames integration and implementing more robust marketing strategies, we expect to build on this initial momentum and grow our user base significantly.", "hidden": true, "question": "If applicable, describe any existing user base, partnerships, or traction your project has achieved. Include metrics if available.", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": true, "question": "Do you understand and agree to complete Gitcoin's KYC process before processing payments?  All grantees receiving more than $15K will be required to complete KYC/KYB.", "questionId": 11}], "project": {"id": "0x51abad3bb658f217e9d4445ba4bdb35dbde4785ef106bd32d4f8731e2d3be90c", "title": "GFXvs", "logoImg": "bafkreiczyw2pfhmfwhsqidlz4r3kcn7czlebvkdavrv2bf6ptb4bcon42e", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreiffhgsdj2tsx36pimkrgc6lxzjgo3z5zm37jcfbka5dypsdufnece", "protocol": "undefined"}, "website": "https://gfxvs.com", "bannerImg": "bafkreicvmvbgo26beqerl5itgifolwnguntok5cy5sptoyri3ri4wggva4", "createdAt": 1727763168445, "userGithub": "Immanuel-john", "credentials": {}, "description": "GFXvs is a decentralized platform for digital artists and art enthusiasts, now leveraging Polygon's network and Farcaster Frames infrastructure to enhance user engagement and create innovative consumer experiences. Built on the NEAR protocol and using Mintbase JS SDK, GFXvs ensures secure, transparent transactions while integrating Polygon and Farcaster Frames to offer a seamless art battle experience.\n\nKey Features with Polygon and Farcaster Frame Utilization:\n\nDaily Art Battles: Artists and voters participate in daily competitions, utilizing Farcaster Frames on Polygon PoS, ensuring a scalable and engaging experience.\nReward System: Participants earn GFX coins, special NFTs, and MATIC, directly integrated with Polygon's ecosystem, incentivizing creators and voters.\nBrand Contests: Weekly contests powered by Polygon and Farcaster Frames provide visibility for brands while fostering deeper community interaction.\nAI Art Generation: Unique AI-generated artworks leverage Farcaster Frames to create truly one-of-a-kind pieces, enhancing the user experience on Polygon.\nMini-App on Telegram: Expands platform reach, using Polygon infrastructure to drive growth and community engagement through a decentralized model.\nThis approach directly aligns with the Polygon Community Grants Program, promoting innovative consumer products built on Farcaster Frames and Polygon.", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectGithub": "Teckas Technologies", "projectTwitter": "GFXvs_"}, "recipient": "0x9588d98091F352a449397BcE59493FEE09BDe119"}}