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Why Did W3F Do This?
The Web3 Foundation has announced the fourth cohort of Web3 Foundation Decentralized Voices delegates. Six delegations will receive voting power of 5M DOT on Polkadot and 30K KSM for a four-month term starting on April 14th. Notably absent are three-time delegates Saxemberg and ChaosDAO, as the foundation selected this cohort with a preference for candidates that haven’t been nominated multiple times before. The delegates for cohort 4 are: Hungarian Polkadot DAO JAM Implementers DAO KusDAO PermanenceDAO Polkaworld Trustless Core
Parachain
Thank You, Nex
On March 19th and 20th, the Nexblock conference in Poland featured presentations by Radhakrishna Dasari (Web3 Foundation), Christopher Kampitsch (Scytale), Ben McMahon (Hydration), and Thomas Riviere (Bifrost). Meanwhile, the Polkadot featured Gavun Wud, and our very own Emil Kietzman.
Into the Fiat Vortex
SatoshiPay has received a Web3 Foundation grant for further development of their Vortex fiat ramp, built on Pendulum. The grant will accelerate work on a Polkadot offramp, expanding stablecoin availability on parachains via XCM, launching in emerging LATAM markets, and upgrading the Stellar-Polkadot Spacewalk bridge to remove the limitations of liquidity-locking vaults.
OpenGov Clarysficataion
, an AI assistant trained on Polkadot OpenGov data, is the latest recipient of a Web3 Foundation Decentralized Futures grant. At its present MVP stage, has the ability to conduct accountability assessments, and compare and categorize proposals, with future plans to expand into a feature-rich multi-agent ecosystem.
Rain Rain Go Away, But If You Stay PRMX Will Pay
Decentralized parametric insurance provider PRMX is the latest recipient of a Web3 Foundation Decentralized Futures grant. The first offering from PRMX will be rainfall insurance in Luzon, Philippines in Q2 2025. The grant project includes the development of a Polkadot-Sufficient-Assets UI Library, a confidential API off-chain worker (OCW) template, and an OCW that can detect insured perils using real-world data.
Non-Fungible Funding
NFTMozaic is the most recent recipient of a Web3 Foundation Decentralized Futures grant. Its plans for 2025 include developing a standardized Polkadot toolset for NFT developers and fostering more NFT DApp development, resulting in a more marketable environment for Polkadot NFTs.
A Touch of Magenta Joins the Polkadot Pallette
Web3 consultancy project Magenta Labs is the latest recipient of a Web3 Foundation Decentralized Futures grant. Their goal is to scale-up the Polkadot ecosystem through strategic business development, large-scale partnerships, and supporting emerging development projects.
Double Chain Trouble for New Dotsama Delegates
Let’s welcome the third cohort of Decentralized Voices delegates: ChaosDAO KusDAO Le Nexus Lucky Friday Labs Polkadot Hungary Saxemberg In contrast to previous rounds, they will be delegates for both Polkadot (5M DOT voting power) and Kusama (30K KSM voting power). The delegations will commence on Monday 11th of November and last for four months.
Reputable Recipients
Jupiter Innovations Lab, a project focused on decentralized reputation systems, is the latest recipient of a Web3 Foundation Decentralized Futures grant. They will be using their grant to develop the True Network project, an on-chain reputation system to improve user retention and engagement in Web3 applications.
Buidling Filipino Phriendships
October 31st 19:00 GMT+8 https://x.com/i/spaces/1yoKMyBwljwKQ Bitskwela hosts Filippo Franchini (Web3 Foundation), Seun Lanlege (Hyperbridge), and PolkaPat (OpenGuild) to discuss building on Polkadot and Web3 developments in the Philipines. https://x.com/bitskwela/status/1851901939484942406
Inflation Simulation
The new inflation parameters approved by the Polkadot community are now running on the Westend testnet. So far, everything is performing as expected, with a gradual decrease in inflation and fixed treasury income. A root referendum to implement the changes will be initiated as soon as the Polkadot Fellows have finished their checks.
A Gateway to Stablecoin Spending
Stablecoin e-commerce payments platform Kwickbit is the last recipient of a W3F Decentralized Futures grant. Their grant project will involve the development of their non-custodial on-chain payments gateway, which will be deployed through smart contracts on Polkadot and support Asset Hub stablecoins. The next phase of their project will investigate launching as a parachain.
Say Hi to the New Wave of Grantees
The Web3 Foundation announces eight new grant recipients for Wave 23 funding. Gmajor is developing subxt-python, a Python wrapper for the Substrate subxt library that will allow Python developers to more easily build and develop on Substrate. Experio S M Ltda have received funding for their follow-up work on Polkadart, an equivalent to polkadot-js written in Dart. Liu-Cheng Xu is developing Subcoin, a prototype of a Bitcoin full node in Rust using the Substrate framework. ParaSpell Research is working on an xcNFT a pallet for cross-chain NFT sharing. Solidbit GmbH is conducting research on implementations of the ISO20022 standard for electronic data interchange between financial institutions, and formulating a technical design of how Polkadot could become ISO20022 compatible. Web3 Association will develop and execute an open source contributor funding experiment to explore the potential for OpenGov funding alternatives. Katarína Valová is developing AgriDot, a Web3 app that offers blockchain-solutions for agricultural management and farming community collaboration. Sigma 8 Solutions are building a decentralized and secure off-chain execution environment with peer-to-peer networking.
Perfuse Provides Painless Parachain Deployment
Blockchain infrastructure automation company Perfuse is the latest recipient of a W3F Decentralized Futures grant. Their grant project aims to lower barriers to entry by creating a one-click parachain deployment toolkit for the entire Polkadot ecosystem.
A Token of App-reciation
Novasama has received a Web3 Foundation Decentralized Futures grant for the development of the Polkadot Mobile App. The funding will cover v1 of the app, which will feature easy onboarding with cloud backup, .DOT usernames, and asset management features. Funding for subsequent iterations of the app will be requested from the Polkadot Treasury.
Quit DOTPlaying Around, We Need to Have a Blockdeep Conversation
Wednesday October 9th 20:30 CET X Spaces The Web3 Foundation hosts Decentralized Futures grantees Angie and Nick from DOTPlay, and Gautam and Emiliano from Blockdeep Labs to discuss their plans to reshape the gaming ecosystem on Polkadot.
Xcavate Digs Deeper with a DF Grant
Tokenized real-estate investment project Xcavate has been awarded a Web3 Foundation Decentralized Futures grant for further development of their platform, with an agile coretime parachain slot planned for Q4 2024, tokenized commercial real estate investments in Q1 2025, followed by expansion into real estate developer loans. Xcavate will
A DOTorate in Polkadology
Web3 education app EasyA has received a Web3 Foundation Decentralized Futures grant. EasyA plans to roll out the Polkadot University program over a nine month period. They will establish a presence in universities and student clubs to help attract students to build in the Polkadot ecosystem, through workshops, hackathons, gamified educational experiences, and VC backed microgrants.
Polkadot, Property, Polimec, and Pizza
Thursday 26 September 17:30 CEST Reiffergässli 4 Zug, Switzerland Enjoy some pizza and drinks as Polimec hosts another night of ecosystem updates in Zug Switzerland. Bill Laboon (Web3 Foundation) will presenting some Polkadot updates, Richard Houldsworth will explain tokenized property investment with Xcavate, Flavio Bianchi will share what's change since the Polimec Evolution.
Polkadot Powering Progress in Public and Private Sectors
European Blockchain Convention FIRA BARCELONA MONTJUÏC Visionary Stage 25th September 15:25 CET On Day 1 of EBC2024, there will be a panel discussion on Polkadot's impact in enterprise and government, featuring Irina Karagyaur (BQ9/Energy Web X), Alan Vey (Aventus), Tom Humber (Archisinal), Nathalie Boyke (Web3 Foundation), and Ingo Ruebe (KILT Protocol).
Highlights from Day Two of Polkadot Decoded
Day two of Polkadot Decoded kicked off on Tuesday September 17th at the Conrad Singapore Orchard. Seraya Takahashi (Web3 Foundation) shared the progress of W3F funded grants and what's in store for the future. Max Rebol and Mario Altenburger (Harbour Capital) announced their plans to raise a $100M Polkadot ecosystem fund. Luca von Wyttenbach's keynote explained how Polimec's decentralized model is redefining project financing. John Linden (Mythical) shared his thoughts on Web3 gaming and how it will boost social interactions and give control back to the players and community. Michael Bennallack explained how Mandala Chain will onboard the next 100M Web3 users through retail, enterprise, and government integrations.
DV Downsizing, Get Ready for the New Fab Five
The second cohort of Decentralized Voices concluded on September 10th, and the program has now entered a transitionary period. Votes after September 11th may not be counted if the referendum overlaps the onboarding of the next cohort. Cohort three of Decentralized Voices will introduce significant changes. Firstly, this time DV delegates will be delegated voting power on both Kusama and Polkadot. The number of delegates will be reduced to five, but may be altered at a later date. The length of delegation is being increased from three to four months, and at its conclusion, delegates will awarded 3500 DOT for their service. Applications for the third cohort are open until September 29th 2024.
Ink-redible Ventures
The Web3 Foundation has awarded blockchain consultancy and infrastructure builder Deep Ink Ventures (DIV) with a Decentralized Futures grant. DIV plans to continue their work using their decentralized, community-driven model of venture building, and is aiming to attract more startup funding from VCs, angel investors, and businesses.
Why You So Smol, Dot?
Finsig project PolkadotKit has received a Web3 Foundation Decentralized Futures grant. PolkadotKit aims to develop native light client packages for iOS and Android so that Smoldot can be directly integrated into mobiles apps. This approach will remove the need for intermediary layers, allowing for more secure and efficient decentralized applications.
Onboarding with the Power of Song
Web3 Foundation announces the Polkadot Music Events Initiative (PMEI), the team behind {bash} events, as the latest recipient of a Decentralized Futures Grant. Three key milestones made up their grant application. Firstly, they will develop a proof-of-concept for purchasers that can automatically onboard them to Polkadot when buying event tickets on third-party-platforms. Secondly, they will build a proof-of-concept for paying with credit cards and converting funds to USDC on Asset Hub. Finally, they will build an integrated user interface that will allow event attendees to pay for services with DOT and other assets.
Got ID?
Wednesday September 4th 10:00 EST https://x.com/i/spaces/1ypJdpygzZQJW LBank hosts Micha Bitteril (Deloitte), Fillippo Franchini (Web3 Foundation), Tawei Chang (Gotem, and Ken Bernheim (Polimec) to discuss the future of online identities. Tune in for a chance to win from USD$300K PLMC reward pool.
Bhargav’s Bridging Technique
Mon Aug 19, 11:50 AM - 12:15 PM GMT +2 Web3 Summit FUNKHAUS BERLIN Studio Two Trust-less and Efficient Bridges via Random Sampling Bhargav Bhatt (Web3 Foundation) introduced “Random Sampling”, the efficient technique for on-chain light-clients to follow the finality of PoS blockchains utilized in Snowbridge.
Their Recruiting is Out of this World
Interplanetary Talent Services (IPTS) has received a Web3 Foundation Decentralized Futures grant. With the grant they will be able to subsidize recruitment costs, and assist with human resource planning to ensure that the best talent is available to projects in the Polkadot ecosystem.
JAMmin in the Summertime
Tuesday July 30th 15:00 CEST Reiffergässli 4, Zùg, Switzerland Polimec hosts Polkadot Summer JAM, an afternoon off presentations and panels from leading figures in the industry. Featuring: Filippo Franchini (Web3 Foundation) - Let’s Talk about JAM Sascha Wullschleger (BIL) - Decentralised Lugano & the World of Polkadot and Scytale Dominic Weibel (Bitcoin Suisse) - Overview of the current Crypto Market Tim Weingärtner (DIDAS) & Ingo Rübe (KILT) - Panel: SSI, DID & Verifiable Credentials Luca von Wyttenbach (Polimec) & Ingo Rübe (KILT) - Panel: Polimec's Whitelabel Solution
Surfing the Web3 Foundation Waves
The Web3 Foundation announces the grant recipients of Wave 22. Dastanbek Samatov will be developing an alternative approach to EVM compatibility on Substrate chains. Tuguldur Baigalmaa continues his XCM Tools project, enhancing crosschain messaging for the PolkadotKusama bridge, and updating the mainnet configuration of the Ethereum bridge. Sporyon Technologies are working on their Dotnix administrative tools for Polkadot validators. C Forge will improve & update Typechain for Polkadot to improve reliability and compatibility with ink! smart contracts. KodaDot will continue work on their NFT Indexer for Asset Hub. Cyborg Network are working on a proof of concept for their DePIN based marketplace for edge computing servers. Massa Labs are conducting research to develop the specifications of a new sub-consensus mechanism to improve confirmation times for the parachains.
PaperMoon to Create a Digital Hub for Polkadot Developers
Developer Relations service company Paper Moon is the latest recipient of a Web3 Foundation Decentralized Futures Grant. PaperMoon will be bulding a new Polkadot developer hub that provides all of the resources that a developer could need to start building on Polkadot.
Decentralized X: The X is for Xciting!
At Polkadot Decoded, Web3 Foundation CEO Fabian Gompf teases a "new/revamped" initiative under the Decentralized X banner which will be announced soon and launched this summer. Furthermore, he said that with the Decentralized Futures wrapping up, there will likely launch a new funding initiative towards the end of the year.
Could I Borrow a DOT?
Kylix Finance, an advanced DeFI lending platform, receives one of the final Web3 Foundation Decentralized Futures grants. Kylix offers a multi-chain lending platform with permissionless creation of lending pools, strong incentives for liquidity providers, and on-chain auctions for liquidating collaterals.
DF Grants on More for the Road
Dot Play may be the final recipient of a Web3 Foundation Decentralized Futures Grant. There are three deliverables for the project. 1.The Dot Play Portal will be a dedicated gaming portal for providing resources and onboarding projects. 2.Dot Play will provide game advisory and technical support for game design and blockchain integration into the Polkadot ecosystem. 3.Dot Play will develop essential tools to support game development, including SDKs for Unity and Unreal.
We're Going to Need More DOTcorn
The Web3 Foundation announces the second cohort of Decentralized Voices delegates on Polkadot and Kusama. The change will take place on-chain on June 10th 2024. Each delegate will be delegated 4.2M DOT/18K KSM for a period of three months. In addition to the Spender and Tipper tracks, the second round delegates will be now also be added to the Wish-for-Change and Treasurer tracks. The second round delegates for Polkadot are: ChaosDAO Saxemberg BRA_16 Collective Mexican Collective Ezio Rojas Lucky Friday Labs Polkassembly Scytale Digital Oneblock+ Irina Karagyaur For Kusama: 0xGeorgii | SpaceInvader Alex | PromoTeam Bruno Škvorc Lorena Fabris KSM Community Collective Luke Schoen Roger Le Thomas Rivier | Bifrost Tommi/Hitchhooker | Dr. Jeff Cao
Accelerate Polkadot receives Decentralised Futures Grant
The Web3 foundation announced that Accelerate Polkadot has been chosen as the latest beneficiary of the Decentralised Futures Program. Accelerate Polkadot supports developers in the Polkadot ecosystem with goal-oriented learning, a code-first approach, and reliable content. It is open-source and promotes collaboration, transparency and community among developers, providng an enabling environment.
Decentralization in Action: Going Beyond the Nodes
🗓️ Friday 31st May 2024, 11:00-11:45 CDT 📍 ACC Spotlight Stage, Consensus 2024, Austin Web3 Foundation CEO Fabian Gompf and Parity Technologies Interim COO Chrissy Hill discuss their passion for decentralization and how Web3 projects can empower communities.
Web3 Foundation Subsidizes 5000 KYC Credentials
To incentivize early adoption, The Web3 Foundation is subsidizing 5000 KYC Credentials issued by Deloitte and verified by Polimec. The first 2000 Credentials will be discounted by 98% to 1 CHF. The next 3000 Credentials will receive a 90% discount and cost 5 CHF. Use the discount code "FundingSeason" at
Peering into the Polkadot Ecosystem
🗓️ Thursday 25TH April 2024, 8.30AM-10.00AM EDT 📍 Coingecko hosts a panel to discuss the Polkadot ecosystem featuring: Bill Laboon - Director of Education & Governance Initiatives, Web3 Foundation John Linden - CEO & Co-Founder, Mythical Games Ingo Ruebe - Founder, Kilt Protocol
Web3 Foundation, The Road towards Decentralisation
The birth of the decentralised Web, known as Web3, is driven by the Web3 Foundation and Polkadot. They aim to create an Internet for everyone and freed from central authorities. The Web3 Foundation promotes this transformation through technological, educational and governance initiatives. However, there are challenges such as the need to improve understanding of Polkadot to attract investment. The ultimate goal is to make Polkadot a decentralised and self-sustaining ecosystem, promising to redefine digital interactions in a fair and secure way.
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