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A notable highlight is the development of the Oaknut reward, which includes claims, distribution, spending, and tipping mechanisms. Gamification strategies were also implemented to drive engagement, rewarding users for activities like posting content, participating in courses, and interacting with the community.\n![features](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xUE5VXECy9b100x3TzmX7zod2nzTRWcI/view?usp=drive_link \u201cThis is a solution slide from our pitch deck\u201d)\n\n\nFurther, Oakchain embarked on an ambitious plan to differentiate content storage, opting for blockchain storage for course material to leverage its security and transparency while maintaining web2 solutions for regular posts. The introduction of the Oak wallet as a storage solution for Oaknuts signifies Oakchain\u2019s dedication to creating a seamless user experience within the web3 space.\n![oak wallet](https://drive.google.com/file/d/191M8GO2vaKs9c7RSE3Sh1O6lGQylDcMa/view?usp=drive_link \u201cThis is Oak wallet\u201d)\nOakchain's active participation in the NEAR Horizon accelerator program marked a significant milestone for us. Engaging in sessions with the NEAR team and ecosystem leaders offered invaluable insights into the complexities of interacting with decentralized applications dApps across various chains. Additionally, discussions underscored the importance of addressing real user needs and developing products with scalability in mind, aligning perfectly with our mission to innovate solutions for the next billion users.\nThe program ended with a Demo Day as we pitched our mission and solutions to achieve them.\n[Demo Day](https://x.com/nearhorizon/status/1775988953696317617 \u201cThis is Oakchain\u2019s Demo Day Pitch\u201d)\n> **Help us build the right solution by taking our survey:** https://www.oakchain.io/survey", "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 haven\u2019t participated previously). ", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "address", "hidden": true, "question": "If you participated in past grant rounds using a different project payout wallet address, please share it here:", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "1. We drop educational contents every week: [Oakchain Medium](https://oakchain.medium.com/)\n\n2. Our Q1 review: [Report](https://oakchain.medium.com/oakchains-q1-a-quarter-in-review-d542da91b6cf \u201cThis is our Q1 in review)\n\n3. Our outreach: [Blockchain Outreach](https://x.com/oakchain_/status/1580539731925905408 \u201cOur outreach to Aba in Nigeria\u201d)\n\n- Our recent outreach to a rural school in Africa teaching them the importance of blockchain and the endless opportunities to explore. And shared blockchain simplify books to provide them with the fundamental knowledge of Web3/Blockchain:\n![Outreach](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FFELS3ue-bgKhBh5sqXgTLFZRfoL6S73/view?usp=drive_link\u201cRecent Outreach\u201d) \n\n<img src=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FFELS3ue-bgKhBh5sqXgTLFZRfoL6S73/view?usp=drive_link\" Blockchain Simplified Book>\n \n4. NEAR Horizon Accelerator program (HZN2):\n<img src=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/186HD9tFL56NVV0MyubadW1xlvhT3dcka/view?usp=drive_link\" HZN2>\n\n[HZN2 Wrap](https://x.com/nearhorizon/status/1768687954115871082)", "hidden": false, "question": "Where should we look to see the impact of your project? Please provide links to public websites and/or the latest values for key metrics you track privately. This might be used in future impact reports", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "$176", "hidden": false, "question": "Total Prior Funding for the project in USD", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Grants"], "hidden": false, "question": "Which of the following funding sources do you have? Check all that apply", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "number", "answer": "24", "hidden": false, "question": "How old (in Months) is the project?  ", "questionId": 12}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "Africa", "hidden": false, "question": "Location/Region where the project is based ", "questionId": 13}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": true, "question": "Have you read and confirmed your grant abides by the Program General Eligibility Policy? ", "questionId": 14}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "No", "hidden": true, "question": "Are you applying for any other OSS rounds in GG20? (Reminder: you can only be accepted into one) ", "questionId": 15}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Oakchain significantly contributes to the Ethereum network's infrastructure by providing accessible education, fostering skill development, and bridging the gap between talent and opportunity. Through our platform, users can access comprehensive Web3 courses, participate in decentralized governance through WritersDAO, earn rewards for active participation, and explore job opportunities in the Web3 industry. Additionally, Oakchain leverages blockchain technology to ensure transparency, security, and authenticity within the ecosystem.", "hidden": false, "question": "How does your project significantly contribute to the Ethereum network\u2019s infrastructure, addressing foundational needs and innovative solutions to current challenges?", "questionId": 16}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Our project promises to elevate the Ethereum ecosystem by enhancing user experience and fostering community engagement. We prioritize privacy and interoperability, offering features such as decentralized identity solutions and seamless integration with other Web3 platforms. By empowering users with knowledge and skills, Oakchain aims to drive adoption and innovation within the Ethereum community.\n", "hidden": false, "question": "How does your project promise to elevate the Ethereum ecosystem, particularly in enhancing privacy, interoperability, and/or user experience?", "questionId": 17}, {"type": "paragraph", "hidden": false, "question": "Anything else you'd like to share about your project, previous work, or other project affiliations? Anything you'd like to add that may help in determining project eligibility?", "questionId": 18}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": true, "question": "Would you like to opt-in to future messages from Gitcoin for updates, information, and/or interviews? ", "questionId": 19}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": true, "question": "Would you like to opt-in to us sharing your information with select third-parties for investment opportunities? 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