Proposer: NoSpec 

Contact: @XCCrane at TG

Requested Amount: 8666 DOT

Service Overview

NoSpec's initiative is aimed at guiding influencers within the Polkadot ecosystem by providing them with essential information, connections, and up-to-date research for impactful content creation. Our services include providing tailored research materials, facilitating valuable connections, offering content fact-checking, and delivering general consultancy and topic guidance.

Campaign Output

Our output encompasses comprehensive research exposes, strategic guidance for content creation, factual accuracy checks, and robust support in various aspects of content development related to the Polkadot ecosystem.

Overview of Impact

Our recent initiative, funded through 2 big tipper proposals, was met with enthusiastic reception from Content Creators, validating our approach in providing essential guidance and factual content support. The crafted research exposes, a centerpiece of our work, have garnered positive feedback, reflecting our commitment to high-quality, insightful content in the Polkadot ecosystem.

Key Achievements

1. Research Exposes:

• Polkadot, HydraDX and Bifrost Research Exposé:
  We've developed three comprehensive research exposes focused on Polkadot, HydraDX and Bifrost. These documents offer deep insights into each project for KOLs who can base their content on these exhaustive write ups.  

2. KOL Support and Collaboration:

• Broad Engagement:
  We've successfully contacted and/or supported a diverse array of influencers, enhancing the depth and accuracy of content related to the Polkadot ecosystem.

Direct Collaborations/Contact:

• AllInCrypto
• LV
• Coinsider
• Bra 16D
• The White Rabbit
• ACOB
• BitSkwela
• Csaint
• Dotcast
• Mad Cripto

Collaborations Facilitated Through Lunarstrategy:

• Crypto Banter
• Laura Shin
• Real Vision 
• Crypto Lark
• Michaël van de Poppe
• Satoshi Stacker
• Layah
• Boxmining
• Ash Crypto
• Wendy O

*Note: Lunarstrategy is partially paying for the service themselves

Collaborations Facilitated Through eVox:

• Benjamin Cowen
• Danjo
• Earn with Sepna
• Oli investiert
• Charlie Seddine
• No Bs Crypto
• Decentralised Chain
• Danjo Capital Master

Additionally we made first contact with Distractive who are a recipient of a recent Web3Foundation Decentralized Futures grant and will take a lead role in the marketing of the Polkadot ecosystem. 

Reflecting on Success

The positive feedback of these collaborations underscore our effectiveness in elevating the content quality within the Polkadot community. Each engagement not only fortified the influencers' content but also enriched the community's overall knowledge base. The productivity will only grow with time, especially in regards to the diversity of the library and the value it will provide. 

About NoSpec

NoSpec is a leader in this field, deeply integrated with the Polkadot ecosystem, with an extensive network through initiatives like ChaosDAO and TheKusamarian, and years of dedicated research in Polkadot. Our diverse talent pool enhances our capability to offer well-rounded solutions, making us uniquely positioned to guide influencers effectively.

Note on Budgeting and New Funding Request

We are requesting an additional 8666 DOT to continue and expand our successful initiatives for the next 6 months.

Note: This amount is estimated at 20h/week. The actual hours worked will be tracked and work will be delivered until the funds are used up. 

This funding will enable us to:

• Develop further in-depth research materials.
• Update and maintain existing in-depth research materials
• Expand our influencer network and support capabilities.
• Enhance our consultancy and content development services within the Polkadot ecosystem.

The service is priced at 100€/h.

For a detailed breakdown of our services, activities, strategic approach, as well as a comprehensive understanding of our projected outcomes and key performance indicators, please refer to our full proposal documentation.