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XBallot governance protocol by HEADLINE |
Aaron Martinez (@headline-design) |
HEADLINE |
dApps |
Other |
true |
375000 |
Final |
This proposal outlines the XBallot governance protocol, a pioneering initiative poised to revolutionize the Algorand ecosystem. XBallot is not just a technical solution; it's a catalyst for decentralized empowerment, fostering an environment where transparency, user agency, and community-driven development are paramount.
- Enriched Governance Protocol: Beyond basic DAO functionalities, XBallot integrates advanced mechanisms for decentralized decision-making, enhanced security measures, and a seamless user experience.
- Innovative On-Chain Social Feeds: A groundbreaking feature, providing a platform for verified, immutable community interactions, setting a new standard for blockchain-based communication.
- Dynamic Account Toolkit: Beyond wallet generation, this toolkit introduces a suite of services, including advanced security features, user analytics, and seamless integration with other Algorand services.
Feature 1: DAO Management
XBallot is a comprehensive governance protocol that allows users to create and manage DAOs on the Algorand blockchain. The protocol includes a variety of features that enable users to create and manage DAOs, including: voting, proposals, treasury, and more. The protocol is also fully decentralized, featuring a unique on-chain data aggregation system that allows users to interact with the protocol directly from their Algorand wallet. All user interaction is performed on-chain, ensuring that all data is immutable and transparent. Our custom balance indexer is critical to the protocol, as it maintains an up-to-date record of all user token balances, which in turn allows the protocol to accurately calculate voting power and other important metrics.
Feature 2: On-Chain Social Feeds
XBallot features a unique on-chain social feed system that allows users to post and interact with content on the blockchain. Users can post text, images, videos, and more, and other users can interact with the content by liking, commenting, and sharing. All content interaction is executed on-chain, ensuring that it is immutable and transparent. Social feeds can be utilized by DAOs to post important information, such as proposals, voting results, and more. Users can also post content to their personal social feed, which can be used to share information with other users.
Feature 3: Account Toolkit
The Account Toolkit is set to redefine user interaction within the blockchain. By providing users with tools to customize their blockchain footprint, XBallot is not just offering a service; it's inviting users to be architects of their digital identity, enhancing both personal security and engagement within the Algorand ecosystem.
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Aaron Martinez, Founder (XBallot)
- Role: Lead dev at PIPELINE-UI
- Expertise: Design, UI/UX, javascript frameworks, smart contract logic.
- Responsibilities: Manages all aspects of the project.
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ussaaron
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Brian Scherlen, CMO (XBallot)
- Role: An experienced marketing lead and project manager.
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-scherlen-2091b0209
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Ethan Welch, CFO (XBallot)
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/HEADLINE_Ethan
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Krisztian Somodi, Fullstack engineer
- Github: https://github.com/crissCM
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Senior Smart Contract Engineers
- 2 Senior Smart Contract Engineers
- Years of experience in the blockchain industry
- Audited smart contracts
The team behind XBallot has been working with Algorand since 2021. We have recieved multiple development awards for our Pipeline-UI developer toolkit (which powers XBallot). We have extensive experience with the Algorand blockchain, including:
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Pipeline-UI developer toolkit
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Algo-OS Open Source Campaign
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XBallot Governance Protocol
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And much more!
Our grant application targets two critical milestones:
- Beta Launch: A commitment to launching a fully operational platform within 7 days of funding, showcasing our readiness and the project's maturity.
- Contract Auditing: An exhaustive and meticulous audit, ensuring the integrity and security of our platform, to be completed within 120 days of funding.
Cost Breakdown
Beta Launch (150,000A)
- Advanced R&D for a cutting-edge core system
- Strategic deployment and scalability testing
- Pre-auditing for optimized codebase integrity
Operation Costs & Advanced Features (150,000A)
- Continued innovation and enhancement of platform features
- Infrastructure expansion to support growing user base
Contract Auditing (75,000A)
- Comprehensive system auditing, including front-end, back-end, and smart contracts
XBallot is more than a platform; it's a paradigm shift in the Algorand ecosystem. It promises to:
- Empower communities with robust governance tools
- Ensure security and transparency
- Catalyze innovation and participation within the Algorand network
XBallot Website: https://xballot.net
XBallot Codebase: https://github.com/headline-design/xballot
API Docs: https://indexer.mainnet.xballotapi.com/api-dev/v1
Promo Video: https://twitter.com/headline_crypto/status/1737885720532963711