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By providing this support, we will be not only offering the critical infrastructure needed for blockchain-based real-world projects but also lowering the barrier to entry for developers working on impactful projects within the Arbitrum ecosystem. This initiative will improve developer efficiency and reduce infrastructure costs.\n\nTogether with our partners at Taiko we are now one of very few providers of a free public endpoint that is not rate-limited. In the future, we would like to explore how this could benefit the Arbitrum ecosystem as well.", "hidden": true, "question": "Describe your previous work or plans related to the Arbitrum ecosystem. How does your project strengthen Arbitrum's foundational infrastructure, improve developer efficiency, or accelerate the adoption of novel applications?", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "N/A", "hidden": true, "question": "If applicable, describe how your project leverages Stylus or Arbitrum Orbit Chains. What unique capabilities or use cases does this enable?", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Two of our senior team members have researched and worked with the Arbitrum network to better understand Web3 funding mechanisms and to use Arbitrum as a base layer to provision liquidity for non-EVM compatible projects through wrapper contracts. \n", "hidden": true, "question": "Describe your team's expertise in your chosen focus area within the Arbitrum ecosystem. Include relevant experience, publications, or past projects.", "questionId": 3}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "https://gap.karmahq.xyz/project/raid-guild/grants?tab=overview", "hidden": true, "question": "Please provide a link to Karma GAP, where you are tracking and reporting on milestones.", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "paragraph", "hidden": true, "question": "List any contract addresses with the associated network(s), EOAs, or deployer addresses your project has deployed.", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "paragraph", "hidden": true, "question": "Have you received any previous grants or support for your work in the Arbitrum ecosystem? If so, please provide details and estimated funding amounts.", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": true, "question": "Please confirm that you have read and agree to comply with the ethical standards outlined in the eligibility criteria, including Gitcoin's Quid Pro Quo policy (https://support.gitcoin.co/gitcoin-knowledge-base/gitcoin-grants/general-questions/what-is-our-quid-pro-quo-policy)", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "hidden": true, "question": "Do you have any potential conflicts of interest to disclose? If yes, please provide details.", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "paragraph", "hidden": true, "question": "Would you like to share anything else about your project, team, or vision for the Arbitrum ecosystem that wasn't covered in the previous questions?", "questionId": 9}], "project": {"id": "0x68fd0ec0d2e8de4f84960fde41c25ff504ed4764b968b94adcd4cdca9b671195", "title": "PORTERS", "logoImg": "bafkreig5t7secv3e5dtxof4i5s5vrvzzj5dyvd5fnv6ol46kbwgnsmx3na", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreiah6ikc727adcyavshzi52wowh4pxtls453svqb5rnfivgeu2hiaq", "protocol": "undefined"}, "website": "https://porters.xyz", "bannerImg": "bafkreiacdted6n5mnsexkelmasla2licymad4igcsalldx5beqfvm65hju", "createdAt": 1713105048852, "credentials": {"twitter": {"type": ["VerifiableCredential"], "proof": {"jws": "eyJhbGciOiJFZERTQSIsImNyaXQiOlsiYjY0Il0sImI2NCI6ZmFsc2V9..tP4NvrjMkgB57sDELlpzyaUDhjBxaMBTt94GVuBahv-ImcsXu2NMJDv4RHyOJYeRvm1eVru0UfzFeDgVu4KACw", "type": "Ed25519Signature2018", "created": "2024-04-14T14:30:37.320Z", "proofPurpose": "assertionMethod", "verificationMethod": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC#z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC"}, "issuer": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC", "@context": ["https://www.w3.org/2018/credentials/v1"], "issuanceDate": "2024-04-14T14:30:37.320Z", "expirationDate": "2024-07-13T14:30:37.320Z", "credentialSubject": {"id": "did:pkh:eip155:1:0xB1a87B31d3C13c47a1dac755d48845abE49cFE2D", "hash": "v0.0.0:CxnaaXNocP3UY/eR/sX8zUA2iyYIi1/+nqi2UM5v6Gk=", "@context": [{"hash": "https://schema.org/Text", "provider": "https://schema.org/Text"}], "provider": "ClearTextTwitter#PORTERSXYZ"}}}, "description": "## About \n### Introduction to PORTERS\n\nPORTERS is a developer-centric RPC gateway that offers fast and easy access to blockchain functionalities. PORTERS simplifies the creation and management of RPC endpoints for blockchain applications, allowing developers to focus on innovation without the hassle of backend complexities. PORTERS leverages the POKT Network's extensive node infrastructure, consisting of thousands of nodes globally, to provide its RPC services.\n\n### Mission\n\nPORTERS aims to lower the barrier to entry for blockchain development by providing a user-friendly interface and comprehensive documentation. This approach enables even those with minimal blockchain experience to implement complex functionalities. \n\nBy exposing a decentralised RPC service layer for providing seamless access, PORTERS enhances privacy, reduces single points of failure, and provides a more resilient infrastructure for blockchain applications.\n\nWe are the exception by offering Web3-native payments, enabling users to swap their crypto directly to pay for RPC relays without the need to use a credit card.\n\nHere are a few screenshots to give you a glimpse of our interface.\n[![temp-Image-NAHXJY.avif](https://i.postimg.cc/W3fw6xtf/temp-Image-NAHXJY.avif)](https://postimg.cc/5YLzf7Bw)\n\nSwap from your favourite token! \n[![temp-Imagek4bt-F1.avif](https://i.postimg.cc/C1t6LRC1/temp-Imagek4bt-F1.avif)](https://postimg.cc/LYtVx6bK)\n\nChoose from more than 40+ supported chains\n[![temp-Image-J1zc6f.avif](https://i.postimg.cc/Nf78MyB0/temp-Image-J1zc6f.avif)](https://postimg.cc/0bjKXy6g)\n\nStart using PORTERS now and make the little data graph smile :)\n[![temp-Imagew9l-Yz-Q.avif](https://i.postimg.cc/d0dVsCcH/temp-Imagew9l-Yz-Q.avif)](https://postimg.cc/f3zN5JLm)\n\n\n### Progress Since Gitcoin Grant Round 20\n\nSince the last Gitcoin Round, the PORTERS platform was officially launched in early June 2024.\n\nWe have been actively acquiring new users, including public goods projects, and forming partnerships.\n\nOn the technical side, we have been working on several features, including:\n\n1. Integration with additional blockchain networks.\n\t- Together with our partners at Taiko we are now one of very few providers of a free public endpoint that is not rate limited. In the future, we would like to explore how this could benefit other ecosystems as well.\n2. Development of a decentralised data API. \n\nAdditionally, we are currently onboarding several projects that are going to use our RPC services and improve the user experience based on the feedback received during the onboarding process. \n\n### How We Will Use the Funds\n\nWe participated in the GG20 \"Web3 Infrastructure\" round and received enthusiastic support despite being relatively new to the community. We are grateful for this and wish to give back. Therefore, we are applying to Gitcoin 21 Rounds as a DePIN project and aim to support public goods initiatives participating in this round. \n\nWe commit to allocating 50% of the donations we receive in this round to finance the RPC relays for public good projects participating in Gitcoin 21 and building on EVM-compatible blockchains. Just reach out to us on Discord or via  [info@porters.xy](mailto:info@porters.xyz)  and we will provide you with further instructions on how to start using PORTERS and integrate blockchain functionalities into your project.\n\nThe remaining 50% will be invested in continuous improvements and technical maintenance of the platform.\n\n### Current Team Members\n\n- **Sasquatch** \u2013 Partnerships & Community Management\n- **benedictvs** \u2013 Business & Development\n- **Matthew** \u2013 Full Stack Developer\n- **vicos** \u2013 Design & Marketing\n\n### Past Contributors\nWe want to acknowledge and appreciate the invaluable people who contributed to PORTERS' development up until and shortly after its launch:\n\n- **sayonara** \u2013 Frontend Developer\n- **plor** \u2013 Backend Developer\n\nAnd a special appreciation for [RaidGuild](raidguild.org) which brought the Team together.\n\n### Additional Information\nFor more information, check out the [recording of the talk](https://youtu.be/MIQwe5J6sQA?feature=shared) that PORTERS' representative held during ETH Belgrade in early June 2024.\n\n", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectGithub": "porters-xyz", "projectTwitter": "PORTERSXYZ"}, "recipient": "0xC2B18B24175b274d52f609c1Bcd44f801262B895"}}