{"signature": "0x227c8ee4dea00bf0d128df410408bc4d7abefe05c40c8257a14efb48f4c8f6c11710a2b0df64507f25be3e66dd344fe0b8d12f0930c8fd3753fbe195f8139f171c", "application": {"round": "0x0d1bab6d06e5059f4abc6034809aa2fb74aa13a6", "answers": [{"type": "email", "answer": "modularcryptomkt@gmail.com", "hidden": true, "question": "Email Address", "questionId": 0}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Modular Crypto is a leading media organization dedicated to producing trustworthy, insightful, and accessible content about crypto, with a primary focus on the Portuguese-speaking audience. 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\nThe 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\nThe State of DeFi: A show that explores decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols, covering updates and developments in the broader decentralized ecosystem.\n\nModular 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\nNewsletter 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\nEvents: In 2024, we’re 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.\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’ve 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.", "hidden": false, "question": "Provide a brief description of your project", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["LSTfi", "Real World Assets (RWA)", "On-Chain Society"], "hidden": true, "question": "Which of the following Metis ecosystem themes does your project focus on? (Select all that apply)", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Modular Crypto focuses heavily on community engagement by delivering consistent, relevant, and educational content tailored to the Portuguese-speaking audience. Through daily podcasts, newsletters, and interactive events, we build a sense of community and trust with our listeners and readers.\n\nOur self-marketing approach includes:\n\nContent consistency: Producing content five times a week ensures continuous engagement.\nSocial media: Leveraging platforms like Twitter, Discord, and Telegram to foster community discussions.\nPartnerships: Collaborating with local influencers and projects within the crypto space to amplify reach.\nEvents: Hosting regular Modular House events across Brazil, driving engagement through in-person connections, educational workshops, and networking.\nOur strong presence online and in physical events helps us remain visible while nurturing the growing Web3 ecosystem in Brazil.", "hidden": true, "question": "Describe your project's approach to community engagement and self-marketing", "questionId": 3}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "To drive adoption of the Metis ecosystem, we will focus on educating our community about Metis' unique offerings through:\n\nSpecialized content: Producing podcasts, articles, and interviews focused on Metis' solutions, such as its Layer 2 capabilities and DeFi projects.\nHighlighting success stories: Showcasing use cases, protocols, and projects built on Metis to demonstrate the real-world impact of its technology.\nLocalized education: Offering content in Portuguese to ensure the Brazilian audience understands how to utilize and benefit from the Metis ecosystem, lowering language barriers.\nThrough these actions, we will create a supportive environment for Brazilian users to adopt Metis and integrate into its ecosystem.", "hidden": true, "question": "How do you plan to drive user adoption and a supportive environment within the Metis ecosystem?", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Simplified Roadmap (Q4 2024)\n\nSeptember 2024:\nBegin incorporating MetisDAO updates in our State of Ethereum weekly show, focusing on Layer 2 solutions and Metis' unique offerings.\nOctober 2024:\nPublish two educational articles introducing the MetisDAO ecosystem, explaining its scalability solutions and DeFi protocols in accessible language for our Portuguese-speaking audience.\nNovember 2024:\nInvite a representative from MetisDAO to appear on our Modular Crypto Podcast for an interview about Metis' growth, ecosystem, and plans for 2025.\nDecember 2024:\nCreate a MetisDAO-focused episode on our podcast State of Ethereum, highlighting the most successful projects built on Metis and discussing its role in the broader Ethereum Layer 2 landscape.\n", "hidden": true, "question": "Provide a clear roadmap of your project, including key milestones and deliverables.  You may provide a link to an accompanying document or sheet if needed.", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Our team combines deep expertise in crypto education, media production, and community building:\n\nFounder/CEO: A professional with over 5 years of experience in blockchain media and Web3 community management. They have successfully led Modular Crypto’s growth from 0 to 8,000 monthly podcast listeners and 4,000 newsletter subscribers.\nContent Lead: A seasoned journalist specializing in cryptocurrency and decentralized finance (DeFi), with experience producing accessible content that simplifies complex topics for newcomers.\nEvent Coordinator: Skilled in organizing large-scale crypto events across Brazil, fostering local crypto communities through Modular House events.\nWeb3 Strategist: Focuses on creating partnerships and aligning Modular Crypto’s content strategy with current trends in the Web3 space.\nOur team’s diverse skill set ensures that we can execute on both content production and event management, reaching a broad audience and driving meaningful engagement.", "hidden": true, "question": "How does your team's expertise contribute to the successful execution of the project? Please provide relevant background information", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "- Production costs for Metis-specific content (podcasts, newsletters, articles), including hosting fees and equipment upgrades to ensure high-quality content.\n\n- Marketing campaigns to boost Metis-focused episodes and articles, driving more users into the Metis ecosystem.\nIf full funding is not met, we will focus on producing Metis-related content within our current infrastructure and limit in-person event scope to ensure we maximize impact within budget constraints.", "hidden": true, "question": "Provide a breakdown of how you plan to utilize the funds in increments (e.g., first $2k, next $2k, etc.) to maximize your project's impact within the Metis ecosystem. Also, explain how you would adjust your plans if you still need to meet your full funding target and raise meaningful funds.", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Modular Crypto is an ongoing project, and we’re applying to integrate Metis DAO content into our existing structure. While we haven’t worked directly with Metis yet, our proven track record of building and educating the Portuguese-speaking Web3 community puts us in a strong position to contribute meaningfully to the Metis ecosystem through targeted content, education, and events.", "hidden": true, "question": "Is this a new or ongoing project? If ongoing, briefly describe your past contributions to the Metis ecosystem, including any CVP approval, supplemental support received, and specific results achieved.", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "We’ve built a trusted and respected platform in Brazil, consistently delivering quality content to our audience. Our commitment to educational accessibility in Portuguese makes us a key player in expanding the Metis ecosystem in a region where crypto adoption is growing rapidly. With over 500+ podcast episodes, 60 articles, and 8,000 monthly listeners, we are well-positioned to introduce and promote Metis to a new audience, ultimately driving adoption and engagement. Additionally, our experience organizing Modular House events across the country offers an excellent opportunity for in-person engagement with the Metis ecosystem.\n\n", "hidden": true, "question": "Is there anything else you'd like to share about your project, previous work, or other affiliations that may help determine project eligibility?", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": " Yes, I have read the entire Code of Conduct and additional points and agree to follow these standards.", "hidden": true, "question": "Do you confirm that you have read the entire Code of Conduct (https://support.gitcoin.co/gitcoin-knowledge-base/about-gitcoin/code-of-conduct) including the additional emphasis on collaboration and prohibition of quid pro quo, and agree to abide by these standards?", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": " Yes, I commit to upholding these principles.", "hidden": true, "question": "Do you commit to upholding these collaboration principles and prohibiting quid pro quo (https://support.gitcoin.co/gitcoin-knowledge-base/gitcoin-grants/general-questions/what-is-our-quid-pro-quo-policy) practices?", "questionId": 11}], "project": {"id": "0xec609c0f7e35ca652a4f46ce1962981e38520278a6c22424d48ed97b05699eed", "title": "Modular Crypto", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreigpyf4yjqh5xtgxgzxuw5ah3cftmxosnhy3634mxwigtdwa7al5i4", "protocol": "undefined"}, "website": "https://modularcrypto.xyz", "bannerImg": "bafkreicxwwh3w3pep3tdwcpnnfrtztsruaolkrycbhmpbayrxxfobxixda", "createdAt": 1725458587830, "userGithub": "ModularCrypto", "credentials": {"twitter": {"type": ["VerifiableCredential"], "proof": {"jws": "eyJhbGciOiJFZERTQSIsImNyaXQiOlsiYjY0Il0sImI2NCI6ZmFsc2V9..KUAi-zi525j8PrDosBjtEkCurRgols9FODC7CSaByMXHfo18FpcLCQV_o_GwR9BXSUqD9emP2Rzn9bC-By3hDQ", "type": "Ed25519Signature2018", "created": "2024-09-04T14:02:00.686Z", "proofPurpose": "assertionMethod", "verificationMethod": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC#z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC"}, "issuer": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC", "@context": ["https://www.w3.org/2018/credentials/v1"], "issuanceDate": "2024-09-04T14:02:00.686Z", "expirationDate": "2024-12-03T14:02:00.686Z", "credentialSubject": {"id": "did:pkh:eip155:1:0x83897407f193E2736912b191Cc0d98ff53ea5533", "hash": "v0.0.0:t843gMJeWEP/qKU2vDJt8SNY0ARt9t737OukTG6W/h8=", "@context": [{"hash": "https://schema.org/Text", "provider": "https://schema.org/Text"}], "provider": "ClearTextTwitter#ModularCrypto"}}}, "description": "Modular Crypto is a leading media organization dedicated to producing trustworthy, insightful, and accessible content about crypto, with a primary focus on the Portuguese-speaking audience. 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\nThe 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\nThe State of DeFi: A show that explores decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols, covering updates and developments in the broader decentralized ecosystem.\n\nModular 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\nNewsletter 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\nEvents: In 2024, we’re 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.\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’ve 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. 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