Investing.com – Visitors to Token 2049 in Singapore will have the opportunity to collect digital avatars through the DOTphin project, a collaboration between Sovereign Nature Initiative (SNI), Unique Network and WalletConnect.
Booth attendees will be able to claim Proof of Presence (PoP) tokens, which will unlock stages in the evolution of their DOTphin avatars. These avatars are influenced by real-time ecological data and linked to marine conservation efforts.
Powered by dynamic NFTs, DOTphin aims to increase event participation and create ecological impact in the real world by turning participation into an interactive experience. With the support of the Polkadot community through OpenGov, the project debuted at Polkadot Decoded 2024.
DOTphin fuses blockchain technology with environmental impact, allowing users to interact with NFTs while supporting real-world conservation. By interacting with DOTphin avatars, participants contribute to marine preservation through data provided by SNI partner Aquasearch.
Catherine Bischoff, CEO of SNI, explains: “Through DOTphin, we have pioneered an innovative approach to merging 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 having a verifiable impact in the real world.”
Attendees can claim their avatars by visiting the SNI website or scanning QR codes at the event. Once collected, avatars can evolve through the REAL portal, where the PoPs collected by each user will influence the growth and appearance of their DOTphin.
The avatars feature a design inspired by Japanese anime to create a meaningful connection between users and their digital companions.
Polkadot Decoded Asia was held on September 16-17, 2024 in Singapore during TOKEN2049 week. The conference highlighted the Polkadot ecosystem and key advancements in the Web 3.0 space, with significant preparations leading up to the event.
Despite the market challenges, developer activity in the Polkadot ecosystem remains strong. According to its recent statistics, the network now hosts 29,917 repositories, with weekly commits exceeding 5,500. Additionally, around 900 developers contribute each week, keeping the ecosystem’s momentum going.
