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", "questionId": 12}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "Europe", "hidden": false, "question": "Location/Region where the project is based ", "questionId": 13}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": true, "question": "Have you read and confirmed your grant abides by the Program General Eligibility Policy? ", "questionId": 14}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "N/A", "hidden": true, "question": "Are you applying for any other OSS rounds in GG20? (Reminder: you can only be accepted into one) ", "questionId": 15}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Udunkulu addresses the challenge faced by independent musicians and creatives in proving ownership and licensing their work. The traditional method of copyrighting music is costly and centralized, creating barriers for artists. By leveraging blockchain technology and fingerprinting services, Udunkulu ensures the originality of creative works and provides a tamper-proof solution for ownership verification. The platform offers instant licensing and downloading capabilities, empowering artists with the necessary rights directly from the original recording artists and songwriters. In essence, Udunkulu aims to revolutionize the music licensing process, making it more accessible, affordable, and decentralized for all.", "hidden": false, "question": "Please describe your dApp or App, focusing on its innovative utility or service within the ecosystem. Highlight the problem it solves or the need it addresses.", "questionId": 16}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Our application in the Web3 space improves user experience by seamlessly integrating blockchain technology, providing tamper-proof storage for creative works. Advanced fingerprinting ensures the uniqueness of each piece, while decentralized licensing empowers artists with direct control and reduces costs. Instant licensing and downloading streamline the process, and a user-friendly interface ensures accessibility for all users. Comprehensive rights management and transparent royalty distribution further enhance trust and efficiency in the ecosystem.", "hidden": false, "question": "Describe how your application improves user experience in the Web3 space. Include any specific design choices or features that enhance accessibility and practical utility.", "questionId": 17}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "    Financial Inclusion: By offering decentralized licensing solutions, we reduce barriers to entry for independent artists and creatives. Traditional licensing methods can be prohibitively expensive, particularly for those without access to financial resources or established connections in the industry. Our platform democratizes access to licensing, allowing artists from diverse backgrounds to monetize their work and participate in the music industry economy.\n\n    Education: We prioritize education and awareness about copyright protection, licensing, and the importance of intellectual property rights. Through resources, tutorials, and community engagement, we empower artists to navigate the complexities of the music industry confidently. By fostering a culture of understanding and compliance, we help safeguard artists' rights and ensure fair compensation for their creative efforts.\n\n    Social Impact: Our project has a positive social impact by promoting transparency, fairness, and inclusivity in the music licensing ecosystem. By decentralizing licensing and leveraging blockchain technology, we mitigate the influence of intermediaries and gatekeepers, empowering artists to retain control over their work and negotiate directly with licensees. This fosters a more equitable distribution of opportunities and rewards within the industry, particularly benefiting emerging and marginalized artists.", "hidden": false, "question": "In what ways does your project contribute to financial inclusion, education, or social impact? Explain the specific areas of impact and the target audience or communities you serve.", "questionId": 18}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Udunkulu has a mix of open-source and closed-source components, each governed by different licensing and availability terms.", "hidden": false, "question": "What type of open source software (OSS) license(s) do you have? Is all of your code available on public repos or is some portion of your codebase private?", "questionId": 19}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Udunkulu is currently in the beta stage of development, following user research, surveys, and initial testing on some blockchain platforms like Ethereum and Botanix. Moving forward, Udunkulu immediate next steps include iterative development based on user feedback, feature implementation, integration, deployment planning, and ongoing user feedback collection.\nRoadmap (Starting from Q3 2023):\n* Q3 2023: Initiated user research and survey phase. Conducted preliminary testing on blockchain platforms.\n* Q4 2023: Completed user research and survey phase. Commenced iterative development based on initial findings.\n* Q1 2024: Continued development iterations based on user feedback. Implemented key features related to ownership proof, licensing, and fingerprinting.\n* Q2 2024: Integrated developed features into the application. Conducted comprehensive testing and quality assurance.\n* Q3 2024: Deployment planning and preparation. Finalized application for beta release.\n* Q4 2024: Application enters beta stage of development. Continued user feedback collection and iteration. Documentation and support development.\n", "hidden": false, "question": "What stage of development is your application currently in, and what are your immediate next steps? Provide a roadmap or development timeline if available.", "questionId": 20}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Funding from this round would play a crucial role in supporting the development and advancement of our project's goals. Here's how the funds would be allocated across specific areas:\n\n    Development:\n        Hiring additional developers and engineers to expedite the development process and enhance the functionality of the application.\n        Investing in resources and tools for software development, such as development frameworks, testing environments, and collaboration platforms.\n        Conducting code audits and security assessments to ensure the robustness and integrity of the application.\n\n    User Research and Feedback:\n        Allocating resources for ongoing user research and feedback collection to better understand user needs, preferences, and pain points.\n        Conducting usability testing and user experience evaluations to optimize the application's interface and user interactions.\n        Implementing feedback mechanisms within the application to facilitate continuous user engagement and feedback collection.\n\n    Marketing and Community Building:\n        Investing in marketing initiatives to raise awareness about the application and attract users, including digital marketing campaigns, social media outreach, and content creation.\n        Building and nurturing a community around the project through community forums, online discussions, and engagement events.\n        Collaborating with industry influencers and thought leaders to promote the project and foster partnerships within the ecosystem.\n\n    Legal and Compliance:\n        Allocating funds for legal consultation and compliance efforts to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and licensing obligations.\n        Securing intellectual property rights and trademarks associated with the project to protect against infringement and unauthorized use.\n        Establishing legal frameworks and agreements for partnerships, collaborations, and user interactions within the application.\n\n    Operations and Infrastructure:\n        Covering operational expenses, including hosting fees, server maintenance, and infrastructure costs required to support the application's scalability and reliability.\n        Investing in data security measures and privacy protections to safeguard user data and maintain compliance with data protection regulations.", "hidden": false, "question": "How would funding from this round support your project's development and goals? 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