There are many limitations, inefficiencies, and risk of fraud associated with the distribution and use of paper tickets for events. Current blockchain based solutions often exclude non-crypto users.
This is the total amount allocated to NFT Ticket Platform MVP Suitable for Mass Adoption - including non-crypto ticketholders.
We will deliver an NFT Ticket Platform and Mobile Tickets App for the Cardano blockchain as a minimum viable product to securely process event tickets. A key goal is to include non-crypto users.
No dependencies
There are three main deliverables from ChainSmart for the NFT ticket service.
The ChainSmart NFT Ticket Platform and the ticket scanner application are products designed and built by ChainSmart for commercial deployment. This will be a billable service offered by ChainSmart to event organizers and ticket issuers. These are not open source.
The ChainSmart Tickets Mobile Application was developed by ChainSmart so that ticketholders who do not have previous crypto experience, can still purchase, receive, and use NFT tickets via the ChainSmart NFT Ticket Platform with the Cardano blockchain. Ticketholders can always send their NFT Ticket to other Cardano native wallets if they want to keep the ticket for long term as a collectible or sell the tickets within NFT secondary marketplaces. In the latter case, their wallets must be able to connect to Cardano DApps.
We view the ChainSmart Tickets Mobile Application as a non-exclusive enabler for the NFT ticket service, and not as a competitive commercial product. Therefore, we have made the ChainSmart Tickets Mobile Application open source which can be accessed at https://github.com/SolusiDataPintar/tickets.
The ChainSmart Tickets Mobile Application is open-source software distributed with an AGPL v3 licence.
ChainmSart provides the ChainSmart Tickets Mobile Application on the basis of NO WARRANTY as specified in the licence file which can be viewed in the above github link.
Introduction
ChainSmart has built a prototype NFT Ticket Platform, scanner, and Tickets Mobile Application that uses the Cardano blockchain.
We are seeking Cardano funding to turn the protype into a minimum viable product (MVP) and take the product to market in Indonesia by educating and raising awareness through the following clearly defined and measurable steps:
At each event we will receive and process feedback to refine the MVP to meet market requirements.
Through this three-step process our goal is to identify the first customer who agrees to a commercial pilot and/or full implementation of the NFT Ticket Platform for at least one ticketed event.
The Problem We Are Solving
Existing paper-based ticket systems are subject to the following challenges:
Proposed Solution
This project is not simply about building an NFT Ticket Platform solution. ChainSmart has already built a prototype NFT Ticket Platform, scanner application, and Tickets Mobile Application. We have designed the project to (1) refine the existing prototype into an NFT Ticket Platform MVP, (2) test the market in Indonesia by engaging with industry stakeholders to promote, educate and seek feedback which we can use to refine the offering and ensure we deliver an NFT ticketing product that meets market requirements, and (3) identify the first customer for a commercial pilot and/or full implementation of the NFT Ticket Platform for at least one ticketed event.
NFT Ticket Platform Solution Overview
The ChainSmart NFT Ticket Platform and custodial wallet is illustrated in the following diagram.
The components illustrated above are as follows:
Each NFT Ticket consist of an image, a secure dynamic QR code, and associated metadata. The image can be made unique to the ticketholder, and therefore a potential collectible. The QR code, which is dynamic and therefore fraud resistant is scanned to redeem items at events such as event entry, receive merchandise, collect food and drinks etc.
ChainSmart NFT Ticket Platform and Ticket Database tracks and processes ticket usage including redeemable items and whether they are available to redeem or have been used. When a ticket is scanned, a request is sent in real-time from the scanner to the NFT Ticket Platform where the validity of the ticket is confirmed, and the item being redeemed is verified. If the requested redeemable item is available, the ticket status is updated, and a response is returned to the scanner. The NFT Ticket Platform also updates the ticket status in the Tickets Mobile Application. The Ticket Platform generates and refreshes QR codes which are displayed in the Tickets Mobile Application. The Ticket Platform connects to the Cardano blockchain to confirm the authenticity and ownership of NFT tickets.
The Scanner is a mobile application that is deployed at the event to scan QR codes and send scanned information back to the ChainSmart NFT Ticket Platform to check ticket validity and confirm whether an item is available to be redeemed or has already been used. The operator of the scanner receives a response back from the ChainSmart Ticket Platform in real time.
The ChainSmart Tickets Mobile Application is hosted by ChainSmart on behalf of ticketholders that allows purchasers of NFT tickets to:
The Tickets Mobile Application regularly receives refreshed QR codes from the NFT Ticket platform to prevent QR code replay attacks.
The Tickets Mobile Application UI is the front-end Tickets Mobile Application user interface that is accessed from the ticketholder’s mobile phone. When using a ticket to redeem an item, the ticketholder selects the ticket in the Tickets Mobile Application, presses the ticket image to display the QR code which is then presented for scanning. The status of the redeemable items (i.e. available to redeem, versus used) are displayed when viewing the ticket.
The Cardano Blockchain is where the ChainSmart NFT Ticket platform stores the NFT tickets. Cardano is the proof of ownership and ticket validity.
ChainSmart NFT Ticket Platform Demonstration
For a visual demonstration of the ChainSmart NFT Ticket Platform, scanner application, and Tickets Mobile Application in use, please refer to the following youtube video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AHk7xoa_nAcAdditionally, it is possible to register for and access the prototype ChainSmart Tickets Mobile Application. Please note that this is purely for review purposes in support of this proposal. The Tickets account that you register for using your email will not contain an NFT ticket. However it will support the sending and receiving of ADA if you wish to try this feature.
If you would like to register for your own copy of the prototype Tickets Mobile Application, please complete the following steps
If you wish to view a real NFT ticket in a test Tickets Application, we have made available an account that you can log in to at https://tickets.dev.chainsmart.id using userid test@chainsmart.id and password test1234. Please note we have disabled the send button on this wallet to prevent transfer of the ticket out of the account. We have also enabled multiple user access to this account just for this proposal. The NFT ticket you are viewing via this test account is an actual NFT loaded on Cardano.
Including non-Cardano Crypto Users in the ChainSmart NFT Ticket Platform Service
The ChainSmart Tickets Mobile Application was designed to enable all ticketholders, both experienced crypto-users, and those ticket purchasers who are not current Cardano users and do not currently have a Cardano wallet, to receive and use an NFT ticket. ChainSmart has ensured that the Tickets Mobile Application registration and installation is straightforward, requiring no technical or “crypto” skills.
As previously discussed, the Tickets Mobile Application is open source so that other providers could build a Ticket Application that can work with the ChainSmart NFT Ticket Platform.
Testing the Market
The goal of the project is to test whether there is a need for an NFT ticket service in Indonesia, and whether we can meet the market requirements with the ChainSmart NFT Ticket Platform. The ultimate proof will be that we are successful in identifying the first customer who agrees to a commercial pilot and/or full implementation of the NFT Ticket Platform for at least one ticketed event.
To do this, we believe we need to engage event organizer industry stakeholders to create awareness, educate, and receive feedback. KITA Cardano has designed a three-stage program where each stage increases the level of engagement.
At each event, attendees will be issued with a ChainSmart Tickets Mobile Application with an NFT ticket that will be used to enter the event and redeem items within the event.
Solution Benefits
Migrate from issuing and using paper-based tickets to digital tickets represented by NFTs secured on the Cardano blockchain.
Project Deliverables
The deliverables for this project are summarized as follows:
Project Schedule
The following project schedule is proposed.
This project plan can also be found at: NFT Ticket Cardano_Project Plan.pdf
The successful delivery of this project can create the following benefits for the wider Cardano community.
To achieve the project objectives described in this proposal, we have brought together a highly skilled team from two organizations with a record of accomplishment to deliver the following capabilities:
KITA Cardano team members have extensive experience arranging and participating at events through their involvement with the Indonesian Cardano community.
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In addition to the team’s record of accomplishment, we are highly motivated to achieve the results described in this proposal because a successful result allows us to launch and grow a commercial blockchain NFT ticket product in a significant and growing industry for Indonesia.
Our approach to this project has been designed specifically to manage risk, through a carefully staged approach. Each of the following stages needs to be successful before progressing to the next stage and spending further funds.
Description
NFT Ticket Platform converted from prototype to minimum viable product suitable for mass deployment.
Activities completed
Outputs
Each staff member has completed a pilot test script.
Acceptance Criteria
Description
Event 1 completed – created awareness for NFT Ticket Platform.
Activities completed
Soft launch to introduce the NFT Ticket Platform to a small audience (~50 invitees) of key industry stakeholders in Indonesia. This event is designed to create initial awareness through high level education and demonstration. Initial impressions will be solicited from the audience. Attendees will be encouraged to attend the next event and incentivised to introduce and invite contacts from their network.
Outputs
Attendee feedback form seeking initial impressions on the NFT Ticket Platform
Acceptance Criteria
Description
Event 2 completed – created greater understanding for NFT Ticket Platform.
Activities completed
Proof-of-concept ticketed event to demonstrate the NFT Ticket Platform to a mid-size audience (~ 100 invitees) of key industry stakeholders in Indonesia. This event is designed to create greater understanding through deeper education and further demonstration. Feedback will be solicited from the audience. As with the first event, attendees will be encouraged to attend the next event and incentivised to introduce and invite contacts from their network.
Outputs
Attendee feedback form seeking confirmation of greater understanding and agreement of benefits for the NFT Ticket Platform
Acceptance Criteria
Description
Event 3 completed – launch and promote the NFT Ticket Platform.
Activities completed
Production ticketed event to launch the NFT Ticket Platform to a large audience (~ 200 invitees) of key industry stakeholders in Indonesia This event is designed to launch and promote the NFT Ticket Platform offering through a mixture of entertainment and education. The goal of the event is to create excitement and identify and engage with potential users. Feedback will be solicited from the audience.
Outputs
Attendee feedback form seeking confirmation of interest in using NFT Ticket Platform.
Acceptance Criteria
NA
Description
First commercial prospect confirmed
Activities completed
Seek and engage with an initial prospect for a commercial pilot and/or full implementation of the NFT Ticket Platform
Outputs
Acceptance Criteria
First customer has agreed to a commercial pilot and/or full implementation of the NFT Ticket Platform for at least one ticketed event.
Our project team is a collaboration between two organizations to deliver the key skills to maximise the chance of project success.
ChainSmart – a blockchain technology company based in Indonesia, established since early 2022.
KITA Cardano – an organization established in Indonesia to make Cardano the blockchain of choice for various educational, social, commercial, and financial activities in Indonesia.
The project team members and their roles for this project are as follows:
ChainSmart
Website: https://www.chainsmart.id
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chainsmart/
X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/chainsmart_id
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChainSmartID
Github: https://github.com/SolusiDataPintar
KITA Cardano
Discord: discord.gg/XweD44v2uy
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KITA_Cardano
Website: https://kitacardano.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wisnu-arnanda
https://www.linkedin.com/in/darmawardhana/
https://nft.synchronizefestival.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bangwin/
https://twitter.com/bangwinissimo
https://majalahcardano.wordpress.com
https://medium.com/basics-blockchain
Note that all team members are fully aware of this proposal and have already committed to be available for the project if we are successful in securing funding.
The budget consists of the following cost elements:
Total budget for funding request (rounded up to nearest ADA 10K ADA 110,000
The budget is based on the following assumptions:
The budget detailed breakdown is illustrated in the following table:
This budget can also be found at: NFT Ticket Cardano_Budget.pdf
This project is about creating an opportunity for mainstream mass adoption of blockchain technology, and in particular for Cardano.
We are not asking Cardano to fund the development of the NFT Ticket Platform product. ChainSmart has already invested in building a prototype because of a conviction that NFT ticketing represents a substantial opportunity for the mass adoption of blockchain. We are seeking what we believe is modest funding to take the product to market in Indonesia over a 4-month targeted campaign.
The project aims to deliver an NFT Ticket Platform minimum viable product with open-source Tickets Mobile Application and then through three controlled and targeted events, create awareness and test the market acceptance for NFT tickets using the Cardano blockchain. The final goal is to secure a first customer who will agree to a commercial pilot and/or full implementation of the NFT Ticket Platform for at least one ticketed event. We believe that if we are successful with the first customer then more customers will follow, and we can create and grow a market in Indonesia for NFT tickets on the Cardano blockchain.
We view the 110,000 ADA as a small seed fund to take the first step in securing an NFT use case and volume for Cardano in the largest market in Southeast Asia. The size of the ticket issuing industry in Indonesia is considerable:
Capturing even a modest share of this market would represent significant NFT volume for Cardano, and more importantly, contributes to the goal of moving active Cardano users from the 100s of thousands to the millions, and eventually to billions to achieve mass market adoption. It represents an application where users are benefiting from blockchain technology but may not even be aware they are using blockchain. This is truly the definition of mass market.