DotMemo v2: Enhanced Features for On-Chain Event Memories on Polkadot

Project Overview

DotMemo is a decentralized, permissionless application built natively on Polkadot & Kusama Asset Hub that enables users to create and collect digital proof of attendance memories as NFTs. Since our initial retroactive funding (#2511), DotMemo has become the premier on-chain memory solution for the Polkadot ecosystem.

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Key Achievements from v1

Our platform has significantly exceeded all initial targets:

4,500+ total memories minted (exceeding 3,000+ target by 50%)
4,371+ unique users onboarded (exceeding 3,000+ target by 46%)
60+ unique events supported (exceeding 10+ target by 500%)
15+ countries reached across 4 continents (exceeding 8+ target by 88%)
22+ unique creators utilizing the system

DotMemo has powered major ecosystem events including:

Consensus Hong Kong (207 claims)
Talent Land 2025 in Mexico (328 claims)
NBX Warsaw 2025 (165 claims)
ETHDenver (multiple years)
Sub0 developer conferences
GM Learning Club Campus Tour across Asian universities

These events represent just a subset of our comprehensive portfolio, which includes:

Major Conferences: Supporting flagship events like Consensus in Hong Kong, NBX Warsaw, and sub0 in Bangkok
Educational Series: Powering the GM Learning Club Campus Tour across multiple universities
Regional Meetups: Enabling community growth in diverse locations from Budapest to Nairobi, Mexico City to Arequipa
Special Initiatives: Supporting unique events like Small Community Development Framework for V4+ and various women-focused gatherings

Brand Collaborations: Facilitating partnerships such as Polkadot x G2 in the esports sector

DotMemo v2 Proposal

Building on this solid foundation, we're proposing DotMemo v2 with the following key enhancements:

Enhanced Customization System
- Fully customizable landing pages for event branding
- Configurable image previews and backgrounds
- Complete text/header/description customization
- Customizable mint buttons
Post-Claim Experience Enhancement
- Customizable congratulations pages
- Call-to-action integration for further engagement
- Social media sharing options
- Improved wallet guidance for better user experience
Advanced Memo Features
- Rarity system with multiple tiers
- Randomized minting for unique experiences
- Enhanced metadata for social links and event information
- Email signup alternative for Web3 newcomers
Security & Scalability Enhancements
- Anti-DDOS protection with rotating QR codes
- Improved claim verification
- User profiles for tracking collected memories
- Analytics dashboard for event organizers
Extended Maintenance & Support
- 12 months of comprehensive technical support
- Runtime compatibility updates
- Ongoing feature development
- Bug fixes and security updates

Budget Request

We're requesting $70,000 in USDT to fund the development of DotMemo v2 and provide 12 months of maintenance and support.

Impact & Value

DotMemo v2 will deliver significant value to the Polkadot ecosystem by:

Enhancing Community Engagement: Creating more powerful tools for memorable event experiences
Improving User Onboarding: Making it easier for newcomers to engage with the Polkadot ecosystem
Supporting Event Organizers: Providing rich customization and analytics capabilities
Building Historical Records: Preserving the ecosystem's growth through verifiable on-chain memories
Driving Adoption: Introducing new users to Polkadot wallets and NFT functionality

Important Note

We have successfully completed our initial six-month maintenance phase from the previous retroactive funding proposal. This new proposal is crucial for ensuring we can continue operating and improving the platform while implementing these valuable new features. You can view our comprehensive project report on our previous work here

We welcome your feedback and questions as we continue building essential infrastructure for the Polkadot ecosystem.
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