[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant
Toshi Cardanomoto
[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
Daniel Nguyen - Product Manager
Leo Pelekh - Architecture Manager
Dominic - Community Manager
[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)
Foreon will provide a secure prediction market that allows users to place a bet on specific outcomes of desired market in Automated Market Maker (AMM) mechanism.
[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 dependency
[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?
Yes
[GENERAL] Please provide here more information on the open source status of your project outputs
Our AMM prediction market codes will be open sourced if funded by Catalyst
[METADATA] Horizons
Marketplace
[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution
An Automated Market Maker prediction market on Cardano where anyone can bet on the outcome of future events would increase the activity and drive the much needed users and liquidity on the Cardano blockchain.
We are approaching this problem this way because of how efficient AMM models are.
Our project will engage the Cardano community, the broader crypto community and thrill seekers looking for some gains.
Our impact will be proven by increased transactions and users on Foreon Network
[IMPACT] Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community
The project will provide an engaging and efficient prediction market platform on the Cardano blockchain, fostering community engagement and adoption.
[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 a track record of delivering clean and intuitive interfaces.
We have developed the order book prediction market smart contracts in collaboration with TXpipe and we have also in partnership with a Cardano development firm utilizing agile methodologies to ensure faster turnaround times.
[PROJECT MILESTONES] What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?
Foreon AMM Market User Interface Creation
A: Milestone Outputs
- Ensure that the AMM interface is user-friendly and intuitive
- Incorporate interactive design elements to facilitate easier navigation and functionality.
B: Acceptance Criteria
- User interface must pass usability testing with at least 90% positive feedback from test participants.
- The interface should support the creation of new prediction markets with all necessary features accessible.
C: Evidence of Milestone Completion
- Documented feedback from users and stakeholders during testing phases.
- Screen recordings and screenshots of the new AMM UI in action.
- A detailed report describing the development process, challenges faced, and how they were overcome.
AMM Market Creation Contracts & Backend Development
A: Milestone Outputs
- Completed Market Creation contract that will allow users place bet, sell and add liquidity
- Comprehensive logging and monitoring tools to facilitate easier troubleshooting and optimization.
B: Acceptance Criteria
- Achieve a transaction failure rate of less than 1% on Cardano pre-prod testnet.
- Transaction building times should not exceed 10 seconds for 95% of transactions under normal conditions.
C: Evidence of Milestone Completion
- Logs showing reduced error rates and improved processing times.
- User testimonials and feedback highlighting the improved reliability and speed.
- A technical report detailing the improvements made and the quantitative benefits observed.
Integration
A: Milestone Outputs
- Integrate the frontend UI with the AMM contracts
- Ensure these features are fully compatible.
B: Acceptance Criteria
- Successful integration of the UI with the smart contracts, verified through comprehensive system testing.
- Platform should handle concurrent transactions and interactions without degradation in performance.
C: Evidence of Milestone Completion
- Test results and performance benchmarks confirming the robustness of new features.
- Documentation and user guides on how to utilize new features, accompanied by tutorial videos and FAQs.
Overall Project Review and Assessment
A: Milestone Outputs
- Conduct a thorough review of the entire project to assess achievements against initial objectives.
- Prepare the Beta version for public release with complete documentation and support materials.
B: Acceptance Criteria
- The final AMM product must meet all specified technical requirements and user acceptance standards.
- Achieve a bug-free release as confirmed by the final round of testing and quality assurance.
C: Evidence of Milestone Completion
- A comprehensive project report summarizing all phases, outcomes, and user feedback.
- Release notes and version history documents.
- Public announcement and availability of the Beta version on the official website.
[RESOURCES] Who is in the project team and what are their roles?
Toshi Cardanomoto - Biz Dev & Co-Founder
Daniel Nguyen - Product Manager
Leo Pelekh - Architecture Manager
Dominic - Community Manager
Insy Som: Front-End Developer:
Milan Cheung: Full Stack / Blockchain Engineer: https://twitter.com/cryptox427
[BUDGET & COSTS] Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources
Budget Breakdown (Total: 66,600 ADA)
User Interface Design: 6,000 ADA
- Purpose: To design the Foreon Network AMM user interface, making it more intuitive and accessible, which includes the design and implementation of new UI features based on user feedback.
AMM Smart Contract Development & Audit: 50,000 ADA
- Purpose: To perform thorough security audits on all smart contracts involved in the project to ensure they are secure and free of vulnerabilities.
- Milestone Link: Directly relates to Milestone 4, ensuring that new features are secure before full deployment.
Server Costs: 10,000 ADA
- Purpose: To cover the expenses related to server hosting, maintenance, and the necessary infrastructure to support a decentralized application.
- Milestone Link: Ongoing cost throughout the project lifecycle, supporting all technical milestones.
This budget is designed to ensure that sufficient funds are allocated to each critical area of development, security, and market launch, facilitating a successful project rollout within the Cardano ecosystem.
Each category is linked to specific milestones to demonstrate the allocation of resources throughout the project timeline, aligning financial planning with project execution phases.
[VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?
The budget allocation of 66,600 ADA for the Foreon Network MVP proposal represents value for money for the Cardano ecosystem in several key aspects:
Strategic Allocation of Resources: Each budget category has been carefully determined to maximize the impact and operational efficiency of the project.
For example, significant resources are allocated to UI Enhancements and Smart Contract Development & Audit, which are central to improving user experience and the accuracy of market predictions—critical for user adoption and the overall success of the platform.