Amsterdam, Netherlands, September 18, 2024, Chainwire
Token 2049 attendees can collect DOTphin digital proof-of-presence avatars and contribute to real-world environmental impact
Sovereign Nature Initiative (SNI) has joined forces with Unique Network and WalletConnect to launch DOTphin, an innovative NFT project for attendees of Token 2049 in Singapore. Attendees are invited to visit the Polkadot booth (Booth #P34 and #42, located at Level 5 of the Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre) and collect their Proof of Presence (PoP) and begin their journey with DOTphin avatars that evolve through user interaction and contribute to real-world marine conservation efforts.
By participating in the DOTphin experience, Token 2049 attendees can collect a PoP, unlocking stages in the avatar’s evolution, which is influenced by ecological data from SNI’s marine conservation partner, Aquasearch. This innovative fusion of blockchain and ecological impact allows users to play a role in preserving marine life while interacting with cutting-edge technology.
Catherine Bischoff, Executive Director of SNI, commented: “Our goal at the Sovereign Nature Initiative is to rethink the economics of biodiversity conservation and restoration. Through DOTphin, we have pioneered an innovative approach to merge community engagement and protection of our natural world by connecting digital collectibles with living entities. We add meaning to virtual realms by distributing dynamic assets that are creating a verifiable impact in the real world.”
To claim PoP or other evidence, users can visit the SNI website or scan QR codes found at events. This will direct attendees to the claiming process, which involves logging into an account. For those who do not have an account, one can easily be created using an email address, social profiles, or digital wallets. The process is designed to be simple and efficient, making it easy to manage and claim evidence.
Once the PoPs have been collected, the next step is to evolve the DOTphin. This can be done by visiting the REAL Evolution page on the REAL portal. Connecting the account requires the same login credentials used to claim the Proofs. The evolution process begins with the acquisition of the primordial “orb”, which acts as the starting point; once it is born, it marks the beginning of the evolution of the DOTphin.
To evolve the DOTphin, other collected PoPs and Proofs are used. On the REAL Evolution page, select the evolution option, choose the Proofs to be applied, and the DOTphin will evolve accordingly. Each Proof influences the characteristics of the DOTphin, making it a personalized representation of individual commitment and achievements. The selected Proofs will shape the evolution of the DOTphin, creating a unique avatar.
The aesthetic of DOTphin’s avatar is heavily influenced by the art style seen in Japanese anime. This design decision creates a meaningful and close connection between the general audience and the digital companion and promotes the idea of caring for an object as it evolves over time. The acclaimed designer behind the art is Daria Smakhtina of Ephemera One.
About the Sovereign Nature Initiative
Sovereign Nature Initiative (SNI) is a nonprofit dedicated to rethinking the economics of biodiversity conservation and restoration. Leveraging cutting-edge technologies, SNI creates innovative solutions that connect digital assets to real-world ecological impact. Through its proprietary technology stack (the DEEP protocol and REAL portal), SNI integrates live ecological data into digital collectibles, ensuring a sustainable funding channel for biodiversity efforts. The DEEP protocol collects data from biodiversity stewards, while the REAL portal continuously verifies commitments, linking users to tangible evidence of their environmental contributions. SNI’s work, including pioneering projects like DOTphin, fosters community engagement and creates a new form of digital accountability for conservation.
About Polkadot
Polkadot is the powerful and secure core of Web3, providing a shared foundation that unites some of the world’s most transformative blockchains and applications. Polkadot offers an advanced modular architecture that allows developers to easily design and build their own specialized blockchain projects, clustered security that ensures the same high standard for secure block production across all connected chains and the applications connected to them, and strong governance that ensures a transparent system where everyone has a say in shaping the blockchain ecosystem for growth and sustainability. With Polkadot, users are not just participants, they are co-creators with the power to shape its future.
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