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", "hidden": false, "question": "Please expand on how much funding you\u2019ve received from each funding source and when? (VC, grants by foundation, token sales, etc)", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "number", "answer": "2", "hidden": false, "question": "Total team size", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "number", "answer": "5", "hidden": false, "question": "How old (in Months) is the project?", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "paragraph", "hidden": true, "question": "If you participated in past grant rounds using a different project payout wallet address, please share it here:", "questionId": 7, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "625W/YPqr2XQyOOeYgfeF1RdurdvuUBEPEoiYwdEVzc=", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "46e09d4ee13a8f2773ac8a187a9e2e7621a4810f7678a2c3926e9732515f881661f37a16d3283b14c7f5c2d6d939c807c170b609fb8b6c18cdb658bbfce955999672f87351642a19a2d173741097a05c43f051d8b6e82afa6ab6be5530c754878057a2d73455ce3e513164c102ec9046d9b13084955c1a0d257aa78b3b27cce4000000000000002044e14e3aee87bab6191defd0bcf0a2eab0e7fd6e4ea0d3dfc500e2dcdcdd5e9a25b11fad946b7a3d7959df83f0777a99"}}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "https://www.linkedin.com/in/garvsultania/                                                                                          https://www.linkedin.com/in/prathik-karthikeyan-7b9867a4/", "hidden": true, "question": "Profiles or socials of other main team members publicly associated with the project: ", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["yes"], "hidden": true, "question": "Have you read and confirmed your grant abides by the Program General Eligibility Policy? https://gitcoin.notion.site/GG18-Eligibility-cb4a5754c56043d4b3ed34eddbac261c?pvs=4", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Nexus Nodes aligns with Web3 ecosystem enhancement. We focus on becoming a top Web3 Law & Policy platform through education, research, and advocacy, contributing to the Web3 landscape. Operating for over five months, we meet the eligibility criteria for duration. Our track record includes a successful \"Genesis\" course on Web3 Law and Policy, with 60 global participants. Collaborations with international instructors and partners enriched the experience. Our research, has already been published in major journals. Future plans involve expanding educational offerings and advancing research in Web3 Law and Policy. We're committed to fostering community growth and empowering learners with comprehensive resources. This makes us a strong candidate for the project. In summary, Nexus Nodes, with its focus on Web3 Law & Policy, research, education, and advocacy, meets the criteria outlined for projects aimed at enhancing the Web3 ecosystem. The organization's activities, commitment, and impact contribute to fostering understanding and empowerment within the Web3 community.", "hidden": false, "question": "Please explain how your project meets the round-specific eligibility criteria. ", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "N/A", "hidden": false, "question": "If you've participated in past grant rounds, please share any new updates or milestones from the prior months. ", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Regarding our track record, we successfully conducted the inaugural Genesis course on Web3 Law and Policy, attracting 60 law students and professionals. The course also saw participation from international attendees, underscoring our global reach. Notably, we engaged instructors and partnered with esteemed institutions and organizations, fortifying the course's content and fostering valuable global connections.\n\nOur research endeavors have gained recognition too. Our work has been published in Thomson Reuters as well as our research has garnered over 300 views on SSRN. Impressively, our research papers have achieved top-ten positions in three distinct SSRN journals, highlighting its impact and relevance.\n\nFurthermore, we consistently contribute to the Web3 Legal and Policy domain by actively sharing updates and insights on LinkedIn. This commitment contributes to the broader knowledge base within the Web3 community, enriching discourse and awareness. We also power the Whelm Web3 Podcast which aims to disseminate information about the space via conversations with leaders in the Web3 Law and Policy Space.", "hidden": true, "question": "How do you measure the impact of your project? Please provide examples and/or standard metrics. This might be used in future impact reports ", "questionId": 12}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Indeed, we conduct our courses and interactive sessions on the Lemonade platform, specifically designed for the Web3 community. This platform offers unique features, such as the capability to mint a POAP token, fostering engagement and recognition among participants. Additionally, Lemonade facilitates seamless connections and discussions between course attendees, cultivating a vibrant community of like-minded Web3 Legal enthusiasts. This collaborative environment not only enhances learning but also encourages networking and the exchange of valuable insights within the realm of Web3 Law and Policy. \n\nHere is the link to our page : https://nexusnodes.stand.lemonade.social/event/64a6a494bae3d5b2b094c71b/Genesis", "hidden": true, "question": "Anything else you'd like to share about your project, previous work, or other project affiliations? Anything you'd like to add that may help in determining project eligibility?", "questionId": 13}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "In pursuance of building a community, we also power and support Whelm3 Web3 Podcasts. It aligns with our fundamentals of bridging the gap between law and emerging technologies in the Web3 space.\n\n https://www.linkedin.com/posts/whelm-web3_podcast-ai-scams-activity-7066388900281294848-88yx?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop\n\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/posts/whelm-web3_biometric-privacy-data-activity-7066389279136002048-mBBE?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop\n\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/posts/whelm-web3_google-data-podcast-activity-7062732635684372480-DJgR?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop", "hidden": true, "question": "Anything else you'd like to share about your project, previous work, or other project affiliations? Anything you'd like to add that may help in determining project eligibility?", "questionId": 14}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["yes"], "hidden": true, "question": "Would you like to opt-in to future messages from Gitcoin for updates, information, and/or interviews? ", "questionId": 15}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["yes"], "hidden": true, "question": "Would you like to opt-in to us sharing your information with select third-parties for potential opportunities for them to invest in your project? ", "questionId": 16}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "Asia", "hidden": false, "question": "Location/Region where the project is based ", "questionId": 17}], "project": {"id": "10:0x8e1bD5Da87C14dd8e08F7ecc2aBf9D1d558ea174:714", "title": "Nexus Nodes", "logoImg": "bafkreichbqlqf643ywe4xfes5vkuonznw5akargzxi3mdloob6xhm3hbou", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreiddzpxry4inlxh2o6t2fxeipwxds45z5di32iec5mc3vhi7ykcupy", "protocol": "1"}, "website": "https://www.nexusnodes.xyz", "bannerImg": "bafkreic3vsh536c32dfkdduc76dhbosvyz2jd5djx4jaoepk2nnjrdogoa", "createdAt": 1691591415382, "userGithub": "", "credentials": {}, "description": "LinkedIn - https://t.co/wphq3QaroT\n\nNexus Nodes is an organization dedicated to establishing ourselves as a leading educational and research platform for Web3 Law & Policy. Our primary focus is on conducting pioneering research and delivering top-notch education in this emerging field. Our mission is to bridge the gap between the traditional legal and policy frameworks and the rapidly evolving landscape of Web3 technologies. \n\nOur educational initiatives empower individuals to navigate the intricate legal, policy, and regulatory dimensions of Web3 technologies. We successfully completed the inaugural \"Genesis\" program\u2014a month-long course on Web3 & Emerging Technology law and policy, with 60 participants including law students and experienced practitioners. Instructors from around the world offered a global perspective. Collaborating with esteemed law firms and organizations enhanced the experience. We have received immensely positive feedback and we wish to expand the course to a significantly larger size both domestically and globally in an effort to create a global community of Web3 legal and policy experts, advocating for better regulations and supporting emerging Web3 companies. \n\nOur research delves into Web3's legal and policy implications. 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