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Despite the short time frame since the last grant round, we have maintained our consistent output without any disruption. Our focus remains on delivering high-quality content that engages our growing community.  For more information, you can visit our website: https://www.blocktrend.today/", "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": "KBGd+Q19ArhrPmr4QIhDWWR2QvilC6m2QvXKYotpQjs=", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "019618116291d9f47a28ffd6a64ce59c79cd32da5aab45e9b98fc97ad3429ce50630fe05b0fb8a864bc22e23fa4ed60860800cd27d5b882229697a6764cb218fab11830f107250da8f2da29c6c3c7eb709586011a1c203d858a63f5f017470927a9ff40be65d8430b00309e5082a8e188c9a10bb35bea5f7e806d345674675f900000000000000204947932dad3f4c21b0c762135bfbd01d7c1bd90166610e193c326e1b09b212e31f58aab502c1bd26556f4f0eb42a33aa"}}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Gitcoin Grants 21 Asia Round", "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": "https://gap.karmahq.xyz/project/blocktrend", "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": "Blocktrend (區塊勢) has contributed to the growth of the Octant ecosystem by publishing one of the most well-known and earliest articles introducing Octant to the Chinese-speaking community. Our platform continuously engages in public funding efforts and highlights the role of Octant within the ecosystem in our content. Through these efforts, we help raise awareness and educate our audience on Octant’s significance in the Web3 space. https://www.blocktrend.today/p/580", "hidden": false, "question": "Please describe how your project contributes to the growth and development of the Octant ecosystem.", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Since 2017, Blocktrend (區塊勢) has consistently produced educational content on Web3, accumulating over 600 articles and 250 podcast episodes. We have established ourselves as the most reliable and long-standing source of information in the Chinese-speaking world. In Taiwan, people often say they “grew up with Blocktrend,” which reflects our deep-rooted influence and educational standing within the community. This strong focus on education and community building aligns perfectly with the Octant round’s goals of fostering growth and learning within the ecosystem.", "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": "The funding from this grant will help Blocktrend (區塊勢) continue producing high-quality content and maintain our independent operations as a media platform. In addition, we will use part of the funds to establish a public fund aimed at encouraging the Chinese-speaking community to create diverse recommendation lists and user guides for the upcoming QF round.\n\nOne of our most notable contributions is our sponsored content that ranks second in Google search results for “Gitcoin Passport” in Chinese, even surpassing the ranking of Gitcoin Passport’s X (formerly Twitter) account. This demonstrates our ongoing commitment to supporting the Octant ecosystem while fostering community engagement and education in the long term. https://hackmd.io/@0xYCL/ByCcQTbn3", "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": "Blocktrend (區塊勢) specializes in content creation and education, producing content across various formats including written articles, podcasts, and videos. We have been consistently publishing since 2017 and have built a reputation as a reliable and trusted source of Web3 knowledge. Our team’s long-standing expertise in media production and commitment to educating the community ensure the successful execution of our project, and we are dedicated to continuing this work in the future.", "hidden": false, "question": "Describe your team's expertise and how it contributes to the successful execution of your project.", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Our project complements the Octant ecosystem by creating content that helps people understand Octant and encourages Chinese-speaking projects to participate. Rather than competing with existing initiatives, we enhance the ecosystem by educating the community, increasing awareness, and driving more engagement from the Chinese-speaking audience. Our content serves as a bridge, making Octant more accessible to a broader range of participants.", "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 involves not only creating content that helps people understand Octant but also encouraging hands-on participation. Through our content, we aim to educate the community about Quadratic Funding (QF) and the latest COCM model, helping them recognize the importance of exploring and supporting a diverse range of projects, rather than focusing solely on the few they are familiar with. ", "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, we plan to use the funding to continue tracking the latest developments within the Octant ecosystem and produce relevant content to keep our audience informed. Additionally, we will allocate a portion of the previous Gitcoin Grants funding to establish a public fund, encouraging the creation of curated content and user guides. This initiative will help more people learn about Octant and actively participate in Quadratic Funding (QF), further expanding the ecosystem’s reach and impact.", "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 have created both Chinese and English articles to educate the community about the Octant ecosystem. These resources were distributed to Blocktrend’s 17,000 email subscribers and are further supported by SEO for broader exposure through search engines. The content has been well-received by our audience, helping raise awareness about Octant and encouraging more participation from the Chinese-speaking community.\n\nChinese article: https://www.blocktrend.today/p/580\nEnglish article: https://en.blocktrend.today/p/successfully-being-selected-in-retropgf3", "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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