{"signature": "0xad8b8473c9f7cda31076ee5e844410c21ec354927772064a66dbb964305e04eb1f87e718954f04977e27c6bcc11ceeaa43735eef061cbd3345ca6ab89440a9021c", "application": {"round": "0xeec3725cd5e58a86437743a520c09e832b112f8a", "answers": [{"type": "email", "hidden": true, "question": "Email Address", "questionId": 0, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "CTPO7+H+k8ECufk02wRaftddFNPVZo/u5u5CBppeteB5YRFKLcS+/FqVSZ87uHfH", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "fe6ba6f47760207fff862827add64a51bd368d5f9e4d909d6b84905663f7159eef365b9f899de228a9cd8e599ae6e60a86311db396a62ab44f8578483ff76db8a61262c633e603835acf8fb30a15c19b0e30a8b4311fa74abe3682e19b2037b4f166d19a166ea376ba964095f4453354063a68f3f785a979353ee6bacae171f700000000000000201e22baa2a834576326a4bf8f43d7abe87dccb99bde20ae9914a4c5f29f318e97035a0f9a118a43c51b656204cad2d2b2"}}, {"type": "link", "answer": "https://discord.gg/7NedDN7YUX", "hidden": false, "question": "Link to your Public Group Chat (e.g. Discord or Telegram)", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "We launched a Discord Community in July and we continue to create content every single week through our various segments and initiatives. We're also organizing an IRL event in October and other one in February next year", "hidden": false, "question": "If you've participated in past grant rounds, please share any new updates or milestones from the prior months (N/A if you are yet to participate).", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "short-answer", "hidden": true, "question": "Telegram Handle We Can Use To Contact You (you can answer N/A)", "questionId": 3, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "IkxN1zznuhM6tY+eZ8B93iElGwtue3OV97OOSCIK+ks=", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "a8b35b16371405c6cd845323242262002bfa5519a1b9379fbe4e9c9f337be941c48d5db0665858dade45dcbf805e89147eff49261338a5608f6a6cbe378a65b50af2b16381aa55dca60862fbcd2cda6904dce8e23248ef0f689bdbec112a4eaa30a897e207ba4414e11eab22bca1ff5fb3c12074adc636212af9271a0211c99500000000000000208d7b2e1d69d86c56676573e46b1114a17059df304f4ce7b179b16e55814e873bcba8e84b68506e5e75982024e3c9088c"}}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "We participated in: GG18 Core and Community & Education Round\n", "hidden": false, "question": "Have you participated in any Octant epoch (Epoch 0 through Epoch 4) OR a previous Gitcoin Grants round? Please provide details and evidence of your participation.", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "Yes, just search for Modular Crypto there :)", "hidden": false, "question": "Do you have a Karma GAP set up? If yes, please provide proof. If not, can you set one up before applying?", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "\nModular Crypto contributes to the growth and development of the Octant ecosystem by creating educational resources and media content that are freely accessible to the Portuguese-speaking community. Our daily content, including podcasts, articles, and newsletters, helps break down complex blockchain concepts, making them understandable and accessible to a broader audience. This aligns with the ethos of public goods by providing valuable knowledge and fostering inclusion without barriers.\n\nFurthermore, by hosting free events across different regions of Brazil, we promote local crypto adoption and community engagement, which are essential for the sustainable growth of any ecosystem. Through our focus on education and outreach, we are helping to cultivate an informed user base, which in turn strengthens and expands the reach of public goods initiatives in the region.", "hidden": false, "question": "Please describe how your project contributes to the growth and development of the Octant ecosystem.", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Modular Crypto aligns perfectly with the round's focus on community and education within the Octant ecosystem. Our primary mission is to educate the Brazilian crypto audience by offering consistent, accessible content in Portuguese through daily podcasts, articles, and newsletters. We aim to simplify complex topics such as blockchain, DeFi, and governance, making it easier for users to understand and engage with the ecosystem.\n\nBeyond content creation, we strengthen community ties by hosting free events throughout Brazil, creating spaces for local developers, enthusiasts, and projects to connect and collaborate. These efforts not only enhance learning but also build meaningful connections within the crypto community, supporting the Octant ecosystem's goal of fostering education and community engagement across diverse regions.", "hidden": false, "question": "How does your project align with the round's focus on community and education within the Octant ecosystem?", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "For over a year, Modular Crypto has been consistently producing daily content for the community in a variety of formats, targeting different audiences within the Web3 space. This includes podcasts, newsletter, articles, interviews, and deep dives into blockchain and DeFi topics. Our commitment to long-term impact and growth is demonstrated by our continued effort to educate and engage the Brazilian crypto community.\n\nLooking ahead, we plan to maintain our weekly schedule of daily Twitter Spaces, YouTube live sessions, and regular newsletter/articles updates, ensuring that our audience remains informed and connected. In addition to content production, we\u2019re actively working on a robust events calendar. We have an event scheduled for October 2024 and are organizing a large-scale crypto event for February 2025.\n\nOur goal for Modular Crypto is to play a pivotal role in the education and growth of the Brazilian crypto ecosystem. By consistently delivering valuable content and organizing impactful events, we aim to empower more individuals and projects within the Octant ecosystem, supporting long-term growth and adoption of decentralized technologies in Brazil.", "hidden": false, "question": "Provide a clear roadmap of your project, detailing future milestones and deliverables. How does this demonstrate your commitment to long-term impact and growth within the Octant ecosystem?", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Our team at Modular Crypto is composed of 10 dedicated members, each focused on key areas such as educational content production, marketing, community management, and strategic partnerships. This structure allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content and foster Web3 adoption throughout Brazil.\n\nAmong the founders, Jo\u00e3o Kury has over three years of experience in Web3 research and community building, having contributed to projects like Bankless Brasil DAO, Nodle Network, and NounsBR, while also being an Optimism Badgeholder. Matheus Guelfi brings over four years of expertise, with significant contributions to Bankless Brasil DAO and Perfect Pool. Gabriella Mena, a former legal professional turned Web3 marketer, has coordinated marketing efforts across DAOs and organizations, helping expand the reach of key blockchain initiatives.\n\nOur team's combined experience and dedication ensure that we can execute our mission of delivering educational content and building a robust community within the Web3 space.\n", "hidden": false, "question": "Describe your team's expertise and how it contributes to the successful execution of your project.", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "To complement and enhance existing initiatives within the Octant ecosystem, our project addresses a significant gap: the lack of high-quality, accessible content in Portuguese. Many current Web3 educational resources are available primarily in English, limiting access to non-English speaking communities, especially in Brazil. By focusing on producing educational materials, podcasts, articles, and community events in Portuguese, we bring valuable and localized content to a largely underserved demographic.\n\nRather than competing with existing projects, we aim to amplify the public goods ecosystem by broadening its reach and fostering deeper engagement with the Portuguese-speaking audience. Our efforts will introduce more users to the ecosystem, bridge language barriers, and drive adoption, ensuring that the ecosystem resonate with a wider and more diverse community.", "hidden": false, "question": "How does your project complement or enhance existing initiatives within the Octant ecosystem rather than competing directly against them?", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Our approach to community engagement goes beyond producing educational content. We are focused on creating opportunities for the Brazilian community within the global Web3 ecosystem. Alongside our daily podcasts, YouTube live streams, and in-person events, we aim to increase Brazil\u2019s visibility on the international stage by connecting our audience with global projects and vice versa.\n\nWe want to ensure that the Brazilian community has access to opportunities often concentrated elsewhere, such as financial backing, networking, and collaborations with international projects. By bridging the gap between Brazil and the broader ecosystem, we are not only helping our community but also enabling other projects to grow in a more collaborative and inclusive environment.", "hidden": false, "question": "Describe your approach to community engagement and how you plan to contribute to a collaborative and constructive funding environment.", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "If selected for funding, our primary focus will be to continue producing high-quality, free content in Portuguese, ensuring that the Brazilian community has ongoing access to education and resources within the Web3 ecosystem. This includes maintaining our weekly cadence of podcasts, newsletters, livestreams, and articles, all of which help to make complex blockchain topics more accessible.\n\nA significant portion of the funding will be allocated to supporting the talented team behind Modular Crypto, who are responsible for content creation, research, and community engagement. Ensuring that our team remains supported is essential for maintaining the level of quality and consistency that our audience has come to expect.\n\nAdditionally, we plan to reintroduce and highlight Octant in our content, just as we have done in the past through our livestreams and other platforms. We will showcase updates, opportunities, and advancements within the Octant ecosystem to further raise awareness and drive engagement.", "hidden": false, "question": "How do you plan to use the funding to maximize your project's ongoing impact within the Octant ecosystem if selected?", "questionId": 12}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "We already talked about Octant and its opportunities during past rounds in our weekly \"State of Ethereum\" show: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB68IQJOr29AJZKPRsTCOlCo4ZFvfJchL", "hidden": false, "question": "What unique educational content or resources have you created for the Octant ecosystem? How has the community received these? 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Our mission is to empower individuals by providing high-quality educational content that guides them on their journey into the decentralized world of Web3. Through our content & events, we aim to break down the complexities of blockchain, making it understandable and engaging for our audience.\n\nOur segments include:\n\n- The State of Ethereum: A weekly show where we analyze the latest updates from the Ethereum ecosystem, including network upgrades, Layer 2 solutions, roadmap, staking distribution, and other Ethereum-related topics.\n\n- The State of DeFi: A show that explores decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols, covering updates and developments in the broader decentralized ecosystem.\n\n- Modular News / Degen Lunch: A daily audio podcast that brings the latest news and updates from across the Web3 ecosystem, keeping listeners informed Monday through Friday.\n\n- Newsletter and Articles: Published twice a week, our newsletters cover a wide array of Web3 topics, providing readers with the latest developments and insights in the crypto space. \n\nWith over 4,000 newsletter subscribers and 8,000 monthly podcast listeners, Modular Crypto has quickly become a trusted resource for the community.\n\n- Events: In 2024, we\u2019re hosting several events across Brazil through our \"Modular House\" initiative, which is aimed at fostering local crypto communities and accelerating crypto adoption nationwide. These events will culminate in a major crypto event planned for March 2025.\n\n\nOur Impact:\n\nModular Crypto is playing a vital role in advancing the adoption of Web3 in Brazil by making crypto education accessible to Portuguese speakers. In a space where English often dominates, we provide essential resources in Portuguese, helping break down language barriers and ensuring more people can engage with the world of blockchain and decentralization.\n\nIn just over a year, we\u2019ve produced more than 500 podcast episodes and 60 articles, all of which are freely available. We create daily content (Monday to Friday) in Portuguese, covering news, interviews, and deep dives into critical Web3 topics. Our platform serves as a go-to resource for thousands of individuals looking to understand and navigate the crypto ecosystem.\n\nAdditionally, we've organized over five free events across Brazil, reaching different regions to promote crypto adoption at the grassroots level. \n\nBy combining our media initiatives with hands-on events, Modular Crypto is driving both education and adoption in Brazil, making crypto more accessible and fostering a stronger, decentralized future for the country.\n\n\n\n", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectTwitter": "ModularCrypto"}, "recipient": "0x83897407f193e2736912b191cc0d98ff53ea5533"}}