[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Matias Papaleo

[GENERAL] Are you delivering this project as an individual or as an entity (whether formally incorporated or not)

Entity (Incorporated)

[GENERAL] Co proposers and Additional applicants

• Igor K (https://www.linkedin.com/in/igorkol/)
• Mujtaba Arbi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mujtaba-arbi/)

[GENERAL] Please specify how many months you expect your project to last (from 2-12 months)

4

[GENERAL] Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated into English from another language.

No

[GENERAL] Summarize your solution to the problem (200-character limit including spaces)

Interlink gaming credentials via Cardano-based NFTs, ensuring a unified and seamless gaming experience

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

No

[GENERAL] If YES, please describe what the dependency is and why you believe it is essential for your project’s delivery. If NO, please write “No dependencies.”

No dependencies.

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

No

[GENERAL] Please provide here more information on the open source status of your project outputs

While NFTs are open source, the technology behind verification and processing will remain proprietary.

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution.

The Problem:

The prevalent issue of fragmented gaming credentials within Cardano's ecosystem disrupts the fluidity of gaming experiences, hindering seamless transitions across platforms and games. This disjointedness challenges user experiences and inhibits the creation of a harmonized gaming environment.

Approach Rationale:

We're approaching this challenge by establishing a unified protocol for gaming credentials. This solution addresses users' struggles with scattered credentials while providing game developers with clearer insights into their player base. Unifying these credentials empowers developers to identify authentic gamers across various gaming genres, fostering tailored experiences and precise marketing efforts.

Engagement Strategy:

Our project engages gamers seeking integrated experiences across diverse gaming platforms within Cardano. Additionally, it involves game developers by enabling them to accurately identify genuine players with varied gaming experiences, offering tailored experiences and directing marketing efforts effectively.

Impact Demonstration:

To demonstrate impact, we'll leverage quantitative metrics such as increased user engagement, growth in gamer and developer participation, and enhanced interactions within the Cardano gaming environment. Qualitatively, we aim to assess user satisfaction and feedback, showcasing the qualitative benefits derived from our solution.

This solution doesn't just address a critical issue within the Cardano gaming landscape; it also showcases the adaptability of blockchain technology beyond traditional financial applications. It creates an inclusive and engaging environment, attracting a diverse gaming community and promoting growth within the Cardano ecosystem.

This approach isn't only about improving individual experiences; it contributes to Cardano's vision of an inclusive and adaptable ecosystem. It attracts a diverse gaming community and demonstrates Cardano's versatility by providing a user-friendly, interconnected gaming environment that benefits both players and developers. Ultimately, this fosters a thriving and engaged gaming community within the Cardano blockchain.

[IMPACT] Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community.

Our project's positive impact on the wider Cardano community is multifaceted. By unifying gaming credentials, it creates an inclusive and engaging gaming environment, attracting a diverse community of gamers to the platform. This fosters a vibrant gaming ecosystem, enhancing user activity and attracting more developers, enriching the broader Cardano community.

Moreover, our solution's enhancement of the gaming experience promotes prolonged engagement within the Cardano gaming landscape. This increased interaction contributes to the ecosystem's vitality, boosting user activity and attracting a larger audience, fostering growth within the Cardano community.

Additionally, our project serves as a testament to Cardano's adaptability beyond traditional financial applications. It showcases how blockchain technology can elevate user experiences across various fields, solidifying Cardano's reputation as a dynamic and user-centric platform.

Our impact assessment involves quantitative metrics like increased user activity and engagement, and growth in developer and gamer participation, coupled with qualitative assessments of user satisfaction and feedback. These outcomes will be shared transparently through regular reports, social media updates, dedicated forums, and direct community engagement sessions, fostering broader awareness and showcasing the opportunities created within the Cardano community.

[CAPABILITY & FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

Our capability to deliver the project with high levels of trust and accountability stems from our team's extensive experience and expertise within the crypto space, as highlighted in our previous grant application. Each team member contributes unique strengths in blockchain technology, business development, strategy, operations, and sales, ensuring a well-rounded approach to project execution.

To validate the feasibility of our approach, we intend to conduct detailed analyses specifically tailored to the demands of the Cardano ecosystem. This includes refining and customizing the Decentralized Identities (DiDs) technology to align seamlessly with Cardano's unique requirements. Rigorous testing and technical evaluations will be pivotal in ensuring optimal functionality and scalability within the Cardano framework.

Our commitment to transparency and accountability will be upheld through stringent financial management practices. This involves regular progress reports, financial audits, and transparent communication channels with stakeholders, aligning with our dedication to complete transparency and accountability, as previously articulated in our project proposal.

Overall, our team's collective expertise, coupled with our tailored approach to feasibility assessments and commitment to transparent project management practices, ensures our capability to deliver the project with high levels of trust, accountability, and successful fund management within the Cardano ecosystem.

[Project Milestones] What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

Before detailing the milestones, I would like to show you that the product is already functional, as an MVP for other chains. You can check it out here:

https://beta.dequest.io/bardpass

The current proposal offers to enhance it and implement it on Cardano's Blockchain, as it needs some modifications, to be adapted for it.

The following milestones are the required ones to improve, enhance and implement on Cardano's Blockchain.

Milestone 1. Research and Documentation.

Objective: 

1. Comprehensive research on PolicyID and meta-data 
2. Comprehensive research on meta-data interconnectivity for Profile ID and Credential Attestation NFTs to be connected. 
3. Comprehensive planning on full infrastructure of the Gaming ID solution. 

Acceptance Criteria:

Detailed pre-development documentation outlining full structure of NFTs as Profile IDs and NFTs as Credential Attestations, all system actors, DeQuest infrastructure, Games and Gamers. 

Milestone 2. Profile ID - Gaming DID

Objective: 

1. Build a standard for Profile ID Policy ID meta-data. 
2. Build a standard for using Profile ID towards Credentials Attestation

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Open-source standard for Profile ID Policy ID meta-data and standard for minting Credential Attention on top of Profile ID
2. Web-client allowing users to mint a Profile ID. 

Milestone 3. Credential Attestation NFT 

Objective: 

1. Build a standard for Credential Attestation NFT Policy ID meta-data. 
2. Develop a suitable solution for Credential Attestation minting. 

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Open-source standard for Credential Attestation NFT Policy ID meta-data
2. Web-client allowing games to create a Credential Attestation Policy ID schema. 

Milestone 4. Credential Attestation Whitelist-gated Minting

Objective: 

1. Develop a solution for Games to whitelist-gate mint of Credential Attestation NFTs. 

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Web-client allowing games to create a whitelist on top of their Credential Attestation Policy ID schema. 
2. Web-client allowing users with Profile ID to mint a Credential Attestation. 

Final Milestone. DeQuest Integration. 

Objective: 

Integrate Profile ID NFT and Credential Attestation NFT towards DeQuest and establish a user flow for games to interact with players that hold Profile IDs and Credential Attestation NFTs. 

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Cardano Wallet integration. 
2. Profile-ID Mint integration
3. Credential Attestation NFT mint available and tracking user whitelists. 
4. Gaming ID reputation used inside of DeQuest platform unlocking multiple reward pools. 
5. Complete DeQuest integration available to over 250k+ DeQuest user

[RESOURCES] Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

Our team comprises over 10 members at various levels, collectively representing a well-established project. We have experts in blockchain, business development, sales, and innovation, contributing diverse skill sets and experience. Additionally, we have a proficient development team that supports us.

Core Team:

• Igor K: (CEO)As a distinguished Blockchain and Innovation Expert and Serial Entrepreneur, Igor has secured victories in over 10 Hackathons globally. His expertise in tech, particularly in blockchain and AI, establishes a solid foundation for innovative solutions.
• Mujtaba Arbi: (CSO) With an impressive track record, Mujtaba led the business development department of an Ethereum Launchpad, achieving a market cap of over $120 million. His experience in business development, strategy, and tokenomics, along with multiple successful project collaborations, demonstrates a knack for forging valuable partnerships.
• Matias Papaleo: (CBDO)A seasoned professional with 15 years of exceptional sales expertise and a strong background in team leadership. With over 5 years dedicated to the crypto industry, Matias has cultivated a profound understanding of the market's intricacies. His commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and his talent for team management positions him as a valuable asset within our team dynamics.

[BUDGET & COSTS] Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources.

Resources required: 

2 SC Developers. 1 Front-end and 1 Back-end developer. 

• Analysis and Pre-development documentation - 300H - $21,000
• Profile ID NFT Standard - 200H -$14,000
• Profile ID Web client - 600H - $42,000
• Credential Attestation NFT Standard - 150H - $10,500  
• Credential Attestation web client for games - 600H - $42,000
• Credential Attestation web client for players - 600H - $42,000
• DeQuest Integration - 900H - $63,000
• DeQuest Testing - 250H - $17,500

Total: $252 000

At the current market price that comes down to approximately 675 000 ADA.

[VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

We have calculated our Costs based on a 70$ average per-hour price. We are based in multiple countries in Western Europe, and towards the skill level required and developers allocated this represents closer to -30% of market salaries. 

We believe we will provide a lot of value to the Cardano ecosystem from multiple avenues. 

1. Creating gaming infrastructure, this is an open-source development that games across the Cardano ecosystem will be able to use and create:
2. Deeper engagement towards their players
3. New reward mechanisms
4. Bust non-reputable players from larger rewards
5. Build reputation systems around their games 
6. Creates one solid system for all Cardano gamers to exist in. 
7. On the side of DeQuest we will also support Steam Credential Attestation meaning we will target Steam players to participate heavily creating great never-seen-before on-boarding for players to Cardano. 
8. DeQuest has an audience of over 250,000 players that will be front and centre during the launch of our Product solution, again creating a great value proposition for growing the Cardano audience

[IMPORTANT NOTE] The Applicant agrees to Fund Rules and also that data in the submission form and other data provided by the project team during the course of the project will be publicly available.

I Accept