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We are officially live on the 15 december 2023 and achieved > 3,500 downloads by the first day. We are different because we are not just focusing on the web3 people but also people outside of it, bridging them starting with Arbitrum. Chatmint is able to do these by reducing barriers of entry by sponsoring gas fees and periodically airdropping Arbitrum ETH to enable users to understand blockchain interactions with Arbitrum.", "hidden": false, "question": "Application detail", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "number", "answer": "250000", "hidden": true, "question": "Amount requested (in $)", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "ARB", "hidden": true, "question": "Payout token", "questionId": 3}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "Chatmint aims to democratize the access to web3 by reducing entry barriers, making it appealing not only to existing web3 enthusiasts but also to those outside the ecosystem. Our unique value proposition lies in sponsoring gas fees and facilitating a smooth introduction to blockchain interactions through the Arbitrum network.", "hidden": true, "question": "How do you account for this fund request?", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "## Expenditure Breakdown\n\n### Technology and Infrastructure ($70,000):\n- Development of the Proof of Connection Protocol.\n- Server expenses, APIs, blockchain integration, and smart contract development.\n- Security measures and data protection technologies.\n\n### Operational Costs ($60,000):\n- Office-related expenses, software subscriptions, utilities.\n- Legal and regulatory compliance, particularly for web3 and crypto-related operations.\n- Accounting, HR, and other necessary professional services.\n\n### Liquidity Pools with Uniswap ($50,000):\n- Funding allocated to create liquidity pools on Uniswap.\n- This will facilitate token trading, ensure liquidity, and enhance user trust in the platform's tokenomics.\n\n### Marketing and User Acquisition ($50,000):\n- Campaigns for app promotion, user engagement, and growth.\n- Influencer partnerships and content creation to educate users about blockchain.\n- User incentive programs, including airdrops.\n\n### Strategic Partnerships and Outreach ($20,000):\n- Collaborations with educational institutions, organizations, and communities.\n- Hosting and participating in workshops, webinars, and events.\n- Networking and development of strategic partnerships.\n\n### Total Expenditure Breakdown:\n- **Technology and Infrastructure:** $70,000\n- **Operational Costs:** $60,000\n- **Liquidity Pools with Uniswap:** $50,000\n- **Marketing and User Acquisition:** $50,000\n- **Strategic Partnerships and Outreach:** $20,000\n- **Total:** $250,000\n", "hidden": false, "question": "How will you use these funds? Please make a detailed plan for expenditures.", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Uniswap on Arbitrum Ecosystem tools or products", "hidden": false, "question": "Which RFP is this project covering? ", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "Chatmint's integration with Uniswap represents a strategic alignment of our core objectives with the functionalities that Uniswap offers. Our platform, Chatmint, is at the forefront of leveraging web3 technologies to enhance social connectivity and identity verification. Uniswap, being a leading decentralized exchange, provides an ideal ecosystem for our $PCP tokens to thrive. Enhanced Liquidity and Accessibility: By listing on Uniswap, Chatmint's tokens gain immediate liquidity, crucial for the ease of trading and accessibility for our users. This integration ensures that our users can conveniently trade $PCP tokens, fostering a more dynamic and engaging user experience.  Exposure to a Diverse User Base: Uniswap's vast user base presents a significant opportunity for Chatmint to tap into a broader audience. This exposure is vital for expanding our reach and promoting widespread adoption of our platform, especially among users who are already engaged in the blockchain space.  Synergy with Decentralized Finance (DeFi): Chatmint's integration with Uniswap aligns with our commitment to embracing decentralized solutions. It opens up avenues for our users to engage with various DeFi applications, enhancing the utility of our tokens and enriching the user experience.  Trust and Credibility: Partnering with a renowned platform like Uniswap bolsters Chatmint's credibility in the blockchain community. This association not only instills trust among our current and prospective users but also solidifies our standing as a forward-thinking, blockchain-integrated social platform.  Innovative Use Cases and Value Creation: Through Uniswap, we can explore and implement innovative use cases for $PCP tokens such as staking or liquidity provision, adding more value to our user's interactions on Chatmint. This not only increases the utility of our tokens but also enhances user engagement and retention.  Educational Bridge: For many of our users who are new to blockchain and DeFi, Uniswap serves as an excellent gateway. This integration acts as an educational tool, easing the transition for users less familiar with these technologies, and fostering a better understanding and comfort level with the decentralized ecosystem.  In summary, the integration of Chatmint with Uniswap is a strategic move that aligns with our vision to create a seamless, decentralized social experience. It leverages Uniswap's established platform to enhance our token\u2019s utility, provide value to our users, and expand our reach within the blockchain community. This collaboration is a step forward in bridging the gap between traditional social networking and the evolving landscape of web3 technologies.", "hidden": false, "question": "How do you think this project fits in with Uniswap?", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "## Chatmint and Uniswap on Arbitrum: A Strategic Alliance\n\nChatmint's active presence on the Arbitrum network brings a series of strategic benefits to Uniswap, particularly enhancing its position within the Arbitrum ecosystem. Our live operation on Arbitrum not only showcases our commitment to leveraging advanced Layer 2 solutions but also signifies the potential impact we can make in tandem with Uniswap.\n\n### Boosting Arbitrum's Ecosystem Through Enhanced User Activity\nChatmint\u2019s activity on Arbitrum directly contributes to the ecosystem's vibrancy. Our users, engaging with the platform on Arbitrum, will likely use Uniswap for their token transactions, thereby increasing the trading volume and liquidity on Uniswap within Arbitrum. This enhanced activity is crucial for demonstrating the practical efficiency of Layer 2 solutions.\n\n### Token Diversity and New Market Opportunities\nThe introduction of Chatmint's native $PCP tokens on Uniswap enriches the diversity of trading options within the Arbitrum ecosystem. This diversification can attract both our existing user base and new traders to Uniswap, tapping into market segments that are uniquely engaged with the social identity aspects of blockchain.\n\n### Promoting Layer 2 Adoption and Technological Trust\nAs Chatmint operates on Arbitrum, we are in a strong position to encourage our users to embrace Layer 2 technologies. This advocacy aids in building trust and understanding of the benefits of Layer 2 solutions, thereby bolstering their adoption. Uniswap, as a key player within this ecosystem, stands to benefit from this growing trust and adoption.\n\n### Innovative Collaboration for New Use Cases\nChatmint\u2019s focus on social identity and connections via blockchain opens up avenues for innovative collaborations with Uniswap. Together, we could explore novel use cases that leverage both social connectivity and token exchange, potentially introducing new functionalities and experiences for users on the Arbitrum network.\n\n### Driving Engagement and Network Growth\nChatmint\u2019s user-centric approach, coupled with our presence on Arbitrum, can help drive more users towards Uniswap. As our platform grows, so does the potential for increased engagement and transaction volume on Uniswap, contributing to the overall growth of the network.\n\n### Educational and Onboarding Role\nBeing live on Arbitrum, Chatmint can play a pivotal role in educating new users about the advantages of Layer 2 solutions and guiding them in their initial interactions with Uniswap. This educational aspect is crucial for onboarding users who are new to DeFi and blockchain, fostering a more informed and active community.\n\nIn summary, Chatmint's live presence on Arbitrum positions us uniquely to contribute to Uniswap's growth and success within this advanced ecosystem. By driving user activity, diversifying token offerings, advocating for Layer 2 adoption, and collaborating on innovative use cases, we aim to create a mutually beneficial relationship that not only serves our platforms but also the wider blockchain community.\n", "hidden": false, "question": "What benefits will this project bring to Uniswap in the Arbitrum ecosystem?", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "Not yet. Yes, I plan to undergo it.", "hidden": true, "question": "Has this project undergone a security audit? If not, are you planning to undergo it?", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "No", "hidden": false, "question": "Is this project open-source? (If yes, share the repository link).", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "## Framework and Languages\n\n- **Flutter:** For frontend development, we've selected Flutter. This robust UI toolkit enables us to build a cross-platform application with a single codebase, ensuring a consistent user experience across all devices.\n- **Solidity:** For blockchain features, including smart contracts, we use Solidity to ensure secure and efficient interactions within the Ethereum ecosystem.\n\n## Backend Infrastructure\n\n- **Supabase:** Our backend is powered by Supabase, a Firebase alternative that is open-source. It provides us with a scalable backend, including real-time database functionalities, authentication services, and storage solutions, aligning with our commitment to robust and scalable web3 applications.\n\n## Version Control\n\n- **Git:** We manage our codebase using Git, the industry-standard version control system. This allows our team to collaborate effectively, maintain code integrity, and keep track of every development phase.\n\n## CI/CD Pipeline\n\n- **Codemagic:** We leverage Codemagic for Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment. This CI/CD tool integrates seamlessly with Flutter, automating our build, test, and deployment processes. This ensures that updates made to the main branch are rigorously tested, with stable builds efficiently promoted to production.\n\n## Deployment Management\n\n- I oversee critical stages such as merging updates to the production branch, versioning, and release management. Deployments to app stores, including the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, are facilitated through Codemagic, maintaining consistent app updates.\n\n## Security and Data Management\n\n- The handling of sensitive information, like API keys and cryptographic elements, is a top priority. We utilize secure storage and access practices for these critical data.\n\nBy integrating cutting-edge technologies and industry-best practices, we maintain high standards of quality, swiftly adapt to changing requirements, and scale effectively. Using Flutter, Supabase, and Codemagic in tandem, we've established a robust, efficient, and agile development environment, perfectly suited for the dynamic needs of the Chatmint project.", "hidden": true, "question": "What is the workflow chosen for this project? (You can mention development practices, tools, programming languages, etc.)", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "https://www.linkedin.com/posts/eltontay_social-identity-messaging-activity-7138332881734549504-cOQp?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop", "hidden": true, "question": "Does this project have a demo? If yes, share a public link.", "questionId": 12}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "Target audiences will start with the web3 people building a user base while concurrently expanding to people outside of web3. The targeted demographics includes but are not limiting to : Students and Adults keen to widen their social network; people who are concerned towards security and privacy issues; people who want to maximise their outreach at events", "hidden": true, "question": "What is the target audience for this project? (Mention if there is a market launch plan).", "questionId": 13}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "## Team Members\n\n- **Elton (Founder & CEO/CTO):** Elton, the founder and CEO of Chatmint, also fulfills the role of Chief Technology Officer (CTO). He guides the technological direction and overarching strategy of the project, leveraging his extensive experience in blockchain and product development.\n\n- **Mobile Developers:** The team includes two skilled mobile developers, one from Nigeria and the other from Vietnam. Both developers are proficient in crafting robust and user-friendly mobile applications, which are essential to the core functionality of Chatmint.\n\n- **UI/UX Designer:** A designer from Vietnam contributes to the team with a focus on creating an intuitive and engaging user interface. Their expertise ensures a seamless and visually appealing user experience.\n\n- **Data Engineer Intern:** A data engineer intern from Singapore plays a pivotal role in managing and analyzing data, which is crucial for the continual improvement of the app. Their contributions enhance Chatmint's data-driven decision-making.\n\n- **Marketing Intern:** Completing the team is a marketing intern, also from Singapore, who is instrumental in developing and implementing marketing strategies to enhance Chatmint's market presence. Their efforts contribute to the platform's growth and user acquisition.\n\nDespite being a compact team, Chatmint boasts diversity and international representation, bringing together talent from various backgrounds to drive the project's success.\n", "hidden": false, "question": "Who are the members of the team?", "questionId": 14}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "## Team Members and Roles\n\n- **Elton - Founder, CEO, and Acting CTO:**\n  - Elton brings over five years of experience in the blockchain space to Chatmint. As a full-stack engineer, he has a solid track record of building products on various blockchain protocols, including developing a Cardano NFT marketplace in 2021. His extensive knowledge is also showcased through conducting blockchain workshops for executives at multinational corporations like Standard Chartered, OCBC, and DBS. In his dual role as CEO and CTO, Elton leads the project's strategic and technological directions.\n\n- **Senior Mobile Developer - Nigeria:**\n  - With a background as a senior mobile developer, the team member from Nigeria is adept at crafting sophisticated mobile applications. Their expertise is a key driver in developing the robust and feature-rich mobile platform for Chatmint, ensuring top-notch performance and user experience.\n\n- **Mid-Level Engineer - Vietnam:**\n  - The engineer from Vietnam, possessing mid-level experience, contributes significantly to the development process. They bring valuable skills and insights to the team, helping in the creation of a seamless and efficient mobile application.\n\n- **UI/UX Designer - Vietnam:**\n  - The UI/UX designer from Vietnam has a commendable history of winning competitions, reflecting their creativity and proficiency in design. They are responsible for the visual and interaction design of Chatmint, focusing on creating an intuitive and visually appealing user interface.\n\n## Plans for Expansion\n\nChatmint is actively planning to expand the team by hiring more skilled talents. The goal is to enhance the team's capabilities further and accelerate the development and growth of Chatmint. This expansion will include professionals with specialized skills aligned with the project's needs.", "hidden": true, "question": "Describe team members' experience and current roles for this project.", "questionId": 15}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "## Project Milestones\n\n### Q1 2024: Launch of Events Feature\n\n- **Milestone:** Introduce an events feature where users can create, attend, and connect with others at events, leveraging the Proof Of Connection Protocol (POCP) for enhanced networking.\n- **Supervision and Tracking:** Progress will be monitored through Agile sprints, with regular team demos to evaluate feature development. User feedback from beta testing will be crucial for refinement.\n\n### Q2 2024: Identity Marketplace and Enhanced Group Chat\n\n- **Milestone:** Develop an identity marketplace within Chatmint, and enhance the group chat feature, integrating it closely with POCP for enriched social interactions.\n- **Supervision and Tracking:** The development process will include continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for regular updates and testing. User engagement metrics will be analyzed to gauge the impact of these new features.\n\n### Q3 2024: Integration of Printed and Digital Identities with POCP\n\n- **Milestone:** Link printed identities to digital profiles using POCP, allowing for more personalization and customization in user profiles and enhancing the credibility and security of digital interactions.\n- **Supervision and Tracking:** Coordination with printing technology partners will be essential. The project's progress will be tracked through project management tools, and the integration's effectiveness will be assessed through user feedback and technical testing.\n\n### Q4 2024: Beta Launch of Dating Feature in Chatmint\n\n- **Milestone:** Roll out a beta version of the dating aspect within Chatmint, enabling users to switch profiles based on their interests, facilitated by the POCP for trusted connections.\n- **Supervision and Tracking:** User behavior analysis and feedback will be vital in this phase. The team will employ A/B testing to refine the feature based on user preferences and interaction patterns.\n\n## Overall Supervision and Tracking Strategy\n\n- **Agile Methodology:** Implementation of Agile practices to ensure flexibility and iterative development based on feedback and changing requirements.\n\n- **Weekly Team Reviews:** Conducting regular meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and upcoming tasks. These will ensure all team members are synchronized and project milestones are on track.\n\n- **User-Centric Feedback Loops:** Active collection and analysis of user feedback at each stage of development to ensure the project remains user-focused.\n\n- **Performance Metrics and KPIs:** Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators for each milestone to objectively measure success and guide decision-making.\n\n- **Risk Assessment and Mitigation:** Regular risk assessments to identify potential issues early on and proactive development of strategies to address them.\n", "hidden": false, "question": "What are the Project Milestones? (Be very specific and write a roadmap highlighting critical deliverables of the project; mention how you will ensure to supervise and track them).", "questionId": 16}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "## Resource Allocation and Budgeting\n\n- Ensure adequate financial resources are allocated to each phase of the project, including marketing initiatives, user engagement activities, and operational expenses.\n- Implement strict budgeting and financial monitoring to optimize resource usage and maintain financial health.\n\n## Team Development and Expertise\n\n- Strengthen the team by recruiting professionals with expertise in areas essential to the upcoming phases, such as advanced mobile development, data analysis, and strategic marketing.\n- Promote continuous professional development within the team to keep up with industry trends and technological advancements.\n\n## Strategic Planning and Agile Methodology\n\n- Utilize Agile methodologies for project management, enabling flexibility, timely pivots based on feedback, and iterative development.\n- Develop a clear, detailed roadmap with SMART objectives for each milestone, ensuring clarity and focus in execution.\n\n## User-Centric Design and Testing\n\n- Maintain a strong focus on user-centric design, ensuring that new features are intuitive, engaging, and meet user expectations.\n- Conduct extensive testing, including user acceptance and beta testing, to refine features based on real user feedback.\n\n## Marketing and Community Engagement\n\n- Develop and execute targeted marketing strategies to promote new features and milestones, aiming to expand the user base and enhance user retention.\n- Actively engage with the user community through social media, events, and partnerships, fostering a strong brand connection.\n\n## Monitoring and Evaluation\n\n- Regularly track project progress against the set milestones using efficient project management tools and KPIs.\n- Evaluate each phase upon completion, learning and adapting strategies as needed for continuous improvement.\n\n## Risk Management\n\n- Perform regular risk assessments to preemptively identify and address potential challenges.\n- Prepare contingency plans for identified risks to ensure minimal impact on project timelines and deliverables.\n\nBy focusing on these aspects, the Chatmint project can effectively manage its progression towards the set milestones. Emphasis on resource management, team skill enhancement, user engagement, and proactive risk management will be crucial in navigating the project through its various phases, ensuring its success and sustainability in the long term.\n", "hidden": false, "question": "How do you plan to reach these milestones? (Explain the project feasibility).", "questionId": 17}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": true, "question": "Has this project already been funded by other Grant Programs?", "questionId": 18}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["I confirm."], "hidden": true, "question": "I confirm that I have read the Code of Conduct and that I have filled out this form correctly and truthfully.", "questionId": 19}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["I understand."], "hidden": true, "question": "I understand that I will be required to provide KYC information by the UAGP team in case my application is accepted.", "questionId": 20}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "Google!", "hidden": true, "question": "How did you find out about UAGP?", "questionId": 21}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Chatmint is backed by a $50K grant from the Arbitrum Foundation and a $10K grant from NUS Singapore, reflecting our commitment to innovation in blockchain-based social identity messaging.", "hidden": true, "question": "Additional information", "questionId": 22}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "We would like to seek connections to VCs and partnerships within the Uniswap and Arbitrum ecosystems to facilitate growth and collaboration opportunities.\"", "hidden": true, "question": "Special requests", "questionId": 23}], "project": {"id": "42161:0x73AB205af1476Dc22104A6B8b3d4c273B58C6E27:407", "title": "Chatmint", "logoImg": "bafkreihj4277oztrtkpcyv6zurfjhmmupusnreymg5dfgz3h2fvul7rtxu", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreihbubtnhzzzd5xnqe5ytlvadufzza2xszriazwzgy7dlmcoouvu2i", "protocol": "1"}, "website": "https://chatmint.io", "bannerImg": "bafkreiefvp6tcyixlr654j7a2kjwbhbbe536ob37avrgtw7nbauu5d6uam", "createdAt": 1702949938453, "userGithub": "eltontay", "credentials": {"twitter": {"type": ["VerifiableCredential"], "proof": {"jws": "eyJhbGciOiJFZERTQSIsImNyaXQiOlsiYjY0Il0sImI2NCI6ZmFsc2V9..2eMb8SZG15_ob0Quoy8BgDLH_xREPu2kVlGocqjS56HNfCvqi_2dyt3BwWoyLvnqm9NPY9e0SKtAS_4Xu5noDQ", "type": "Ed25519Signature2018", "created": "2023-12-19T01:38:35.598Z", "proofPurpose": "assertionMethod", "verificationMethod": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC#z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC"}, "issuer": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC", "@context": ["https://www.w3.org/2018/credentials/v1"], "issuanceDate": "2023-12-19T01:38:35.598Z", "expirationDate": "2024-03-18T01:38:35.598Z", "credentialSubject": {"id": "did:pkh:eip155:1:0xD16ECd32Ad107D0b909130b325c79B64cf3C0d28", "hash": "v0.0.0:Xr/2Ym9nvuKSGIdphB9qDQZUZWDplUR0Ba6R3GX05G8=", "@context": [{"hash": "https://schema.org/Text", "provider": "https://schema.org/Text"}], "provider": "ClearTextTwitter#chatmint_io"}}}, "description": "Chatmint is a social identity messaging app that empowers users to own their identity, connections and conversations. We officially launched on the 15 december 2023 and achieved > 3,500 downloads on the first day and is generating revenue. We are impactful because we are not just targetting the web3 people but also the web2 people, bridging them over starting with Arbitrum.", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectTwitter": "chatmint_io"}, "recipient": "0xD16ECd32Ad107D0b909130b325c79B64cf3C0d28"}}