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Cardano is cut off from other blockchains. While many networks use trusted interfaces like Stargate, deBridge, and Wormhole, Cardano lacks a trustless way to move funds between chains
Create an app that lets people easily and securely move their funds from other blockchains into Cardano, giving them a simple way to bring assets over without relying on centralized exchanges
Please provide your proposal title
Cardano cross-chain swaps with 25+ blockchains
Enter the amount of funding you are requesting in ADA
250000
Please specify how many months you expect your project to last
6
Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated
No
Original Language
en
What is the problem you want to solve?
Cardano is cut off from other blockchains. While many networks use trusted interfaces like Stargate, deBridge, and Wormhole, Cardano lacks a trustless way to move funds between chains
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Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?
No
Describe any dependencies or write 'No dependencies'
No dependencies
Will your project's outputs be fully open source?
Yes
License and Additional Information
All materials and source code of NovaSwap will be made fully open source under MIT License
Please choose the most relevant theme and tag related to the outcomes of your proposal
Cross-chain
Describe your established collaborations.
Mynth, one of Cardano’s leading interoperability protocols, provides the infrastructure enabling secure, efficient cross-chain communication. NovaSwap is a frontend app integrated with Mynth to offer cross-chain swaps between Cardano and other blockchains. Mynth ensures reliable protocol operations, while NovaSwap attracts and serves users, combining technical strength with broad community reach.
Describe funding commitments.
NovaSwap commits one dedicated developer and covers all hosting costs to support the integration. Mynth provides a full development team, maintains the interoperability infrastructure, and funds advertising campaigns to drive adoption. These contributions are provided in-kind to complement the requested funding.
Describe your key performance metrics.
Please describe your proposed solution and how it addresses the problem
Although Cardano has cross-chain swap solutions, many users remain hesitant due to unfamiliarity and a lack of confidence in the process. Our approach focuses on building trust by pairing Mynth’s reliable interoperability infrastructure with NovaSwap’s user-friendly interface, then actively demonstrating safety and ease of use through targeted outreach.
We will run advertising campaigns that clearly explain how swaps work, produce step-by-step video tutorials to guide users, and collaborate with respected KOLs in the Cardano and broader crypto space to share their own usage experiences. This multi-channel approach ensures potential users see credible demonstrations, understand the process, and hear endorsements from trusted community figures.
Mynth provides the backend infrastructure and operational reliability, while NovaSwap creates a simple, accessible entry point. Together, and with sustained visibility efforts, we will transform hesitation into confidence, making cross-chain swaps a natural choice for users bringing assets into Cardano.
Success will be measured through user adoption rates, transaction volume, repeat usage, and engagement with our educational and promotional materials. By actively showing, not just telling, how safe and straightforward the process is, we will build lasting trust in Cardano’s cross-chain capabilities.
Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community
This project will significantly increase the flow of assets into Cardano, expanding liquidity, user participation, and on-chain activity. By making cross-chain swaps accessible and trustworthy, we lower the barrier for new users and capital to enter the ecosystem.
We will measure impact through:
The benefits will extend across the Cardano community: DeFi protocols gain more liquidity, dApps see increased activity, and Cardano’s visibility in the broader blockchain space improves.
We will share results through social media updates and community presentations, ensuring transparent tracking of progress and outcomes. By showing the real-world benefits of a seamless, trusted cross-chain experience, we will strengthen Cardano’s competitiveness and attract ongoing adoption.
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 team has already proven our ability to deliver complex, high-impact projects with no external funding by successfully building Mynth from the ground up. Over the past two years, we have worked tirelessly to bring true interoperability to Cardano, designing and deploying foundational infrastructure that is already enabling cross-chain connectivity.
We are one of Cardano’s leading interoperability teams, with deep expertise in blockchain architecture, protocol integration, and wallet connectivity. Our prior work on Mynth has given us both the technical knowledge and the operational experience to deliver on this proposal efficiently and to the highest standards.
Our approach to project delivery is structured and accountable:
Given our history, expertise, and established technical foundation, we are uniquely positioned to deliver this SDK quickly, reliably, and with full transparency to the Cardano community.
Milestone Title
Core Integration Setup
Milestone Outputs
We will connect the NovaSwap frontend to Mynth’s backend to enable live cross-chain swaps. This milestone will deliver functional mainnet swaps between Cardano and at least 5 other blockchains, with basic wallet connections in place.
Acceptance Criteria
Users will be able to connect their wallets, select supported blockchains, and complete swaps between Cardano and 5+ other networks on mainnet. Swaps must complete without errors and display clear progress updates.
Evidence of Completion
We will provide a public mainnet release link, a short demo video showing a successful swap to and from Cardano, and release notes listing all supported blockchains included in this milestone launch.
Delivery Month
1
Cost
45000
Progress
20 %
Milestone Title
User Interface & Experience
Milestone Outputs
After enabling live swaps in Milestone 1, we will upgrade NovaSwap’s frontend to focus on ease of use and building user confidence. This includes a guided swap process, clear fee and timing estimates, real-time progress tracking, and reassuring confirmation screens. The goal is to make the swap process feel simple, transparent, and trustworthy for new and experienced users alike.
Acceptance Criteria
A first-time user, with no prior guidance, can connect their wallet, choose a blockchain, and complete a swap while understanding each step. All critical details, such as network choice, costs, and completion status, must be easy to find and understand.
Evidence of Completion
We will release the updated interface on mainnet, publish a video walkthrough demonstrating the improved experience, and share user feedback from initial adopters showing high satisfaction and ease of understanding without outside help.
Delivery Month
2
Cost
45000
Progress
40 %
Milestone Title
Trust-Building Campaign Launch
Milestone Outputs
We will launch a coordinated trust-building campaign to show users that cross-chain swaps into Cardano are safe, easy, and worth using. This will include targeted advertising, step-by-step video tutorials, and collaborations with respected KOLs in the Cardano and broader crypto space. The focus is on demonstrating real swaps and positive experiences to remove hesitation.
Acceptance Criteria
At least three high-quality tutorial videos are published, five or more KOLs share their own successful swap experiences, and paid campaigns run across at least two major platforms. Campaign content should reach both existing Cardano users and potential new entrants from other blockchains.
Evidence of Completion
We will provide links to all published videos, social media posts from participating KOLs, and analytics from advertising platforms showing campaign reach and engagement. This will clearly demonstrate that the trust campaign has been delivered and is actively engaging the target audience.
Delivery Month
3
Cost
45000
Progress
60 %
Milestone Title
Multi-Chain Expansion
Milestone Outputs
We will expand mainnet support from the initial 5+ blockchains to a total of 25 or more, giving users broad access to swap assets between Cardano and many major networks. This milestone focuses on technical integration, stability, and ensuring the same clear, user-friendly experience for each added blockchain.
Acceptance Criteria
All 25+ blockchains are live on mainnet and appear as selectable swap options in NovaSwap. Swaps between Cardano and any supported chain complete successfully, with accurate fee display and consistent performance across networks.
Evidence of Completion
We will publish updated release notes listing all supported blockchains, provide a mainnet demo video showing swaps with several newly added networks, and share transaction records confirming successful swaps on each integrated chain.
Delivery Month
5
Cost
45000
Progress
80 %
Milestone Title
Open Source Release
Milestone Outputs
We will complete and publicly release the full NovaSwap platform as open source, including all code, documentation, and deployment instructions. This ensures the community can review, contribute to, and build upon the project, fostering transparency and long-term sustainability.
Acceptance Criteria
All source code is published in a public repository under MIT License, with clear setup guides and documentation. The released version must match the live mainnet deployment and include support for all 25+ blockchains.
Evidence of Completion
We will provide the link to the public code repository, a changelog matching the final live release, and accompanying documentation. A short video will walk through the repository structure and demonstrate how to deploy NovaSwap from the published code.
Delivery Month
6
Cost
45000
Progress
90 %
Milestone Title
Project Close-out Report and Video
Milestone Outputs
At the end of the project, a short close-out report and a summary video will be prepared. The report will provide a clear overview of what was completed and the main results. The video will give a straightforward recap of the outcomes in an easy-to-follow way. Together, they will provide closure and serve as a record that the project has been completed.
Acceptance Criteria
This milestone will be complete once a written report and a video have been created. The report should confirm that the project is finished and summarize the key results. The video should give a simple overview of what was achieved. Both items together will mark the official close-out of the project.
Evidence of Completion
Evidence will consist of the final report and the summary video prepared at the end of the project. Having these two items will demonstrate that the work has been completed and the results have been documented in both written and visual form.
Delivery Month
6
Cost
25000
Progress
100 %
Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources
Total Requested: ₳250,000
Development
Marketing:
Summary:
How does the cost of the project represent value for the Cardano ecosystem?
By delivering an open-source, production-ready cross-chain swap platform, this project will give millions of users from over 25 blockchains a safe, simple way to move assets into Cardano without relying on centralized exchanges. The integration of Mynth’s infrastructure with NovaSwap’s interface ensures long-term sustainability, while the trust-building campaign accelerates adoption.
The budget is directly tied to high-value activities: development by experienced blockchain engineers at market rates, targeted advertising, and KOL partnerships proven to drive user adoption in crypto markets. Every dollar spent directly supports user growth, liquidity inflow, and increased on-chain activity.
Once complete, the open-source release allows any developer to build on the platform, extending its impact beyond our teams. This creates a self-sustaining gateway for liquidity and users, generating lasting benefits to the Cardano ecosystem far beyond the project’s initial funding period.
Terms and Conditions:
Yes
Robert Roose – Founder of Mynth
With over two decades of business and software development experience, Robert entered the crypto space in 2013. He has founded several Cardano protocols since 2021 and is the founder of Mynth, Cardano’s interoperability layer.
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/summatix
Grace Ogunyemi – Founder of NovaSwap
Grace is a front-end developer with nearly three years of experience building and implementing innovative web applications. Skilled in UI/UX design, she creates visually appealing, responsive interfaces that enhance user engagement.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grace-ogunyemi-79a79a1b3/
Mynth is backed by a seasoned software development company with a long history of delivering high-quality, large-scale solutions for both blockchain and traditional industries. Our in-house team covers all critical disciplines including architecture, engineering, testing, security, and project management. The project will be fully resourced from day one. For the most up-to-date team information, visit: https://docs.mynth.ai/guide/mynth/team