[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Rhys Morgan

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

Entity (Not Incorporated)

[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)

We will create a mobile lite wallet to enable users to securely view, share, and scan owned assets to enable NFT ticketing solutions for the Cardano blockchain and to effortlessly onboard web3 novices

[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

This app will be free to use by the community, but it will not be opensource

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0tN-mT5xTkk

We are in the process of developing a comprehensive mobile application designed to function as a streamlined lite wallet, dedicated to showcasing Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). For our specific use-case, it is tailored to NFT tickets but is also readily usable for NFT product. The demo version can be downloaded here (Android only).

This comprehensive mobile solution is poised to serve as an indispensable resource for the Cardano community, enabling seamless integration and utilization of NFT tickets for a myriad of events, including but not limited to RareEvo, NFTxLV, the Cardano Summit, and various in-person gatherings.

Our vision is to present an all-encompassing service, positioning NFTPass as a catalyst for widespread adoption of the Cardano blockchain through the innovative avenue of NFT tickets. In contrast to existing event ticketing options in both web2 and web3, our harnessing the full potential of blockchain technology in order to overcome limitations and enhance the experience of organizers and ticket holders.

At the core of our initiative is the development of an intuitive and secure mobile wallet. This platform will empower the Cardano community to seamlessly purchase NFT tickets and actively engage in special events such as treasure hunts, proof of attendance rewards and more while fostering a dynamic and interactive ecosystem.

A pivotal aspect of our solution revolves around prioritizing security. To achieve this, we are implementing a robust system that links user accounts to Cardano wallets utilizing established tools like AdaHandle. Notably, this integration is designed to eliminate the necessity of importing sensitive data, ensuring the highest standards of security while significantly enhancing the overall usability of our application.

Mobile NFT wallet

Step 1 - Account Login

Sign up by creating an account and connect/create your wallet to display all of your NFTs in app.

  This will allow users to restore their accounts easily without managing Seed Phrases or sharing secure keys with our app.

Step 1.1 - Custodial Solution For Gen-Pop

To enhance the onboarding experience for newcomers to Cardano, our platform offers a user-friendly custodial service, simplifying the creation of new wallets and allowing effortless asset transfers to users' preferred self-custodial wallets. The strategic design negates the immediate need for understanding blockchain technology, fostering a seamless introduction to Cardano and web3. As users become acquainted with the platform, they can effortlessly transition to their own custodial wallets, maintaining a connection experience akin to seasoned web3 users. This approach ensures a smooth and intuitive journey, catering to users of varying levels of familiarity with blockchain technology.

Step 1.2 - Non-Custodial Solution For Connecting Cardano Wallets

In our commitment to prioritizing the security of the Cardano community, we are actively developing a streamlined and secure mechanism to verify wallet ownership and seamlessly associate them with user profiles in our app— all without compromising the confidentiality of their seed phrases. Through this integration, users gain the ability to purchase and securely hold NFT tickets within their wallets, providing them the flexibility to attend events while fully enjoying the benefits of their owned tickets from the comfort of their homes. Ultimately this safeguards user assets but also enhances the overall experience, exemplifying our dedication to providing a secure and user-friendly environment for our community.

Step 2 - NFT Display and Metadata Explorer Features

All of your NFTs will be displayed in your account homepage. Clicking on an NFT will open it up for a more detailed view of that asset, displaying token metadata and a full-size image / video

Step 3 - Asset QR Sharing

Share your NFTs or collections with friends, or generate verifiable ownership QRs for NFT tickets. This will enable users to prove ownership of assets and share collection information for the assets they own.

Wallet Features for tickets

1 - Token QR Generation for Access Passes

  The token QR system is a secure mechanism designed to confirm ownership of assets. Our dynamic QR codes ensure a reliable verification process, resistant to manipulation for duplicating tickets or event access. This straightforward solution plays a crucial role in preventing fraud and ticket scams, addressing a common issue in web2 ticketing systems. The token QR enhances security measures and establishes a dependable method for authenticating asset ownership and event access.

2 - Scanning and Self Check-In Functionality for Events and Passes

  The implementation of our self-check-in feature signifies a significant advancement in event management, empowering attendees the autonomy to verify themselves without relying on security or staff assistance. This not only accelerates and enhances the efficiency of event check-ins but also introduces broader applications, such as the seamless integration of the product for work passes and IDs.

Drawing insights from successful testing at events like NFTxLV and the Cardano Summit, where booth teams grappled with manual check-ins, our solution liberates them to focus on community engagement. Simultaneously, community members can independently check in, automatically claiming Proof of Attendance rewards while fostering a more interactive event experience. Additionally, this feature opens avenues for event organizers to express appreciation, distributing tokens like free drink vouchers and discounted merchandise coupons to all attendees, speakers, or VIPs. The versatility of this solution propels it beyond mere efficiency, unlocking a myriad of possibilities for enhancing attendee engagement and overall event satisfaction.

3 - Instant Update Display of Assets With New Metadata

A major aspect that distinguishes NFTPass from the competition is how most wallets take extended periods of time to update metadata (1hr+), but our app will update metadata as soon as the changes hit the blockchain. This is essential for providing consumer security and proactively protecting them from scams/fraud by allowing s to show in-app if tokens have been used and what for. This can also but used to help users track their own activity at events and improve the verification and attendance tracking.

We have already demonstrated the effect our technology can have at events this past year, we worked with Proxies to test our MVP at NFTxLV, the Cardano Summit in London, as well as a Claymates meet-up in London. Our verification process scanned over 150+ attendee wallets and minted and distributed rewards automatically. The resulting sentiment from their community (and the team!) was that they greatly enjoyed the experience and were keen to see more use cases coming.

We are committed to enhancing the current solution, crafting a more intuitive user experience that offers expanded functionality for event organizers and an enriched, immersive experience for attendees. Importantly, we are proud to announce that this upgraded app will be freely accessible to the entire community, fostering inclusivity and widespread engagement.

Previous Testing And Proof Of Concept:

As previously highlighted, our rigorous testing and subsequent post-mortem analyses from various events this year have been instrumental in shaping the development of this solution. Key takeaways from these evaluations underscored the imperative need to simplify the process of showcasing NFTs at events, facilitating quicker scanning and verification.

(The AMAZING Proxies team members who used NFTPass at NFTxLV to distribute POA tokens)

The complexity and unintuitive process associated with verification through standard mobile wallets, led to errors and significant process delays, highlighting a need for a more tailored solution. Moreover, the Proxies team was consistently strained, impacting their ability to engage with visitors at booths effectively. In response, after meticulous data gathering and extensive discussions within our team and with the Proxies team, we determined that simplifying the process was crucial.

Our solution aims to enhance efficiency without compromising the security and immutability of the verification process, significantly increasing the viability of the product as a service. It stands as the most secure and efficient means to onboard both non-crypto individuals and events while ensuring existing community members can seamlessly continue using the wallets they already know and trust.

Moving forward, we have some in-person events coming up next year that have already agreed to use our solution as part of the events including the Upstream London meet-ups and we are in talks with some music events in the US.

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

NFTPass revolutionizes the NFT experience, offering enthusiasts a seamless and secure mobile platform to explore their collections without compromising their security details through a protected wallet connection. Beyond its role as a collector's haven, the app doubles as the user account for our ticketing solution, ensuring a heightened level of security, safety, and immutability for event verification and even business use.

While the appeal of enjoying one's NFT collection is undeniable, the true impact lies in the app's accessibility for non-crypto users to seamlessly navigate NFT tickets. Our standalone app (current demo only on Android) facilitates the integration of NFT tickets into any event solution, sparing non-crypto users from concerns about blockchain intricacies. This marks a significant onboarding opportunity for Cardano, poised to attract a diverse audience, drive increased transactions, and foster heightened business engagement within the blockchain landscape.

[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?

✔️ We have already successfully signed off on our Fund 8 Proposal

✔️ Developed the verification app which is available on iOS and Android

✔️ Developed a preliminary demo of the NFTPass lite wallet (available only on Android)

✔️ Completed live testing at Cardano events in the last few months having successfully distributed 150+ POA tokens. If you were at any of the recent Cardano events you might have used this app as well!

✔️ Already started planning with several events teams on Cardano to used NFTPass next year as the ticketing and rewarding solution

This mobile NFT wallet is the next step in developing the tooling for onboarding thousands of people to the Cardano blockchain

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

NFT Mobile App Alpha

1.1. Build NFT mobile app alpha:

• Develop the NFT wallet functionality
• Display assets available on the testnet

Acceptance criteria: Demonstration of the NFT wallet displaying assets on the testnet

Budget

Project Manager: 3k ADA

Mobile Development: 7k ADA

Backend Development: 7k ADA

Design & Marketing: 5K ADA

Contingency: 2k ADA

Token QR Generation and Scanning Function

2.1. Add token QR generator function:

• Enable QR code generation for individual assets in-app

Acceptance criteria: Successful demonstration of QR code generation for an individual asset

2.2. Add scanning function:

• Implement the ability to scan an asset's QR in-app
• Display asset information upon scanning

Acceptance criteria: Demonstration of successful in-app scanning and display of asset information

Budget

Project Manager: 3k ADA

Mobile Development: 7k ADA

Backend Development: 7k ADA

Contingency: 2k ADA

User Profiles and Custodial Wallet Services

3.1. Preliminary implementation of user profiles:

• Allow for login and account creation
• Display account details and user profile

Acceptance criteria: Successful login, account creation, and display of user profile

3.2. Custodial wallet services for the general population:

• Implement custodial wallet functionalities for users
• Enhance security measures for wallet services

Acceptance criteria: Successful use of custodial wallet services by users

Budget

Project Manager: 3k ADA

Mobile Development: 7k ADA

Backend Development: 7k ADA

Design & Marketing: 5K ADA

Contingency: 2k ADA

Non-custodial Wallet Verification

4.1. Non-custodial verification of the wallet:

• Integrate adahandle and other means for verification
• Demonstrate linking a wallet to a user's account without requiring a seed phrase

Acceptance criteria: Successful demonstration of wallet verification without inputting a seed phrase

Budget

Project Manager: 3k ADA

Mobile Development: 7k ADA

Backend Development: 7k ADA

Contingency: 2k ADA

Mobile App Release on iOS & Android

5.1. Prepare for release:

• Conduct thorough testing of all functionalities
• Address any issues or bugs identified during testing

5.2. Release mobile app on iOS and Android:

• Publish the mobile app on the respective app stores
• Make the app available for download to the public

Acceptance criteria: Successful release and availability on both iOS and Android platforms

Budget

Project Manager: 3k ADA

Mobile Development: 7k ADA

Backend Development: 7k ADA

Design & Marketing: 5K ADA

Contingency: 2k ADA

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

Quintin - Project manager - Business development - Marketing

Twitter: @qdogsoundrig

Rhys Morgan - Lead Full Stack Developer

Twitter: @StoicPool

GitHub: rhysmorgan

Paul - Full Stack Developer - SEO specialist

Twitter: @fig_dev

GitHub: pfigz

Theo - Graphic design - Marketing

Twitter: @Theoscape

Quasar - Marketing - Backend Developer

Twitter: @QuasarSure

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

Project Manager 15K ADA

organising team

  running tests

  managing workflow  

  reporting to catalyst and the cardano community

Mobile Development 35K ADA

developing the interface for the wallet

  integrating to backend

  testing app interface

Backend Development 35K ADA

blockchain tooling development

  APIs & database development

  integrating with front end

  testing backend services

Design & Marketing 15K ADA

designing interface

  UX development & optimisation

  running tests

  creating marketing materials

+ 10% Contigency 10K ADA

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

In spearheading the mainstream adoption of blockchain technology, web3, and Cardano, NFTPass emerges as a pivotal force, providing a conduit to engage millions of concertgoers, event attendees, businesses, and employees. By seamlessly transitioning from conventional digital/physical tickets to immersive event experiences through our app and its groundbreaking functionality, we pave the way for a transformative shift in user engagement.

The beta version of our companion app for businesses/event organizers has already been released (iOS/Andriod) and tested, but the impending release of this solution has us poised to streamline the adoption of NFT tickets upon release. This application has the potential to onboard thousands of individuals per event, tackling the formidable challenge of mass onboarding that the crypto space has yet to fully conquer. This real-world application not only presents a unique opportunity but also holds the promise of stimulating ecosystem growth on an unprecedented scale within the crypto sphere.

Our unwavering commitment to security takes center stage, ensuring the safety of both crypto and non-crypto users while safeguarding their assets. By prioritizing user comfort and deploying robust security mechanisms, we aim to make the onboarding process quick and easy for individuals on both sides of the technological spectrum. This comprehensive approach underscores our dedication to fostering the widespread adoption of blockchain technology, making the experience accessible, enjoyable, and secure for all participants.

[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