In our “Project Spotlight” series, we showcase new projects that are making an impact in the web3 community. This series will help you stay informed about upcoming projects and companies shaping the future of decentralised technologies. Remember to check out and follow their progress as they contribute to the evolving web3 landscape.
1. GibWork
GibWork is a dynamic marketplace designed for open source project owners and developers, where project owners can post development tasks or 'bounties' requiring assistance. These bounties offer unique opportunities for developers to contribute to meaningful projects while being compensated for their efforts. GibWork caters to two primary user groups: project owners who need additional development resources for their open-source projects, and developers seeking challenging tasks to apply and hone their skills. Developers can easily browse available bounties, initiate a project fork, and contribute through a dedicated "gib-" branch. Upon successful completion and approval of their work, developers are rewarded in USDC, ensuring secure and reliable compensation. GibWork streamlines the process, providing a developer-friendly platform that connects innovation with skill, benefiting both project owners and contributors.
2. HypeKols
HypeKols is a comprehensive platform designed to simplify the process of finding, hiring, and managing crypto content creators and key opinion leaders (KOLs). It provides an easy-to-use interface that connects projects with influencers of all sizes, streamlining collaboration in the Web3 space. Projects can get started by signing up, creating a profile, and browsing tailored influencer matches. Payments are secured via blockchain smart contracts, ensuring milestone-based and timely compensation. Additionally, the platform allows for seamless management of multiple campaigns across various social media channels, enhancing efficiency and scalability for users.
3. ShardStarter
ShardStarter is a decentralised DeFi engine and launchpad built on Shardeum, offering exceptional growth opportunities for promising projects and priority access for investors. Leveraging the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), Shardeum provides scalability, low fees, and strong security through dynamic state sharding, enabling seamless and cost-effective transactions with interoperability across major chains. ShardStarter differentiates itself from traditional launchpads by utilizing the unique features of Shardeum’s EVM-based Layer 1 network, while promoting integrity and authenticity within the ecosystem. As a launchpad, ShardStarter incubates, accelerates, and launches dApps that align with Shardeum's mission, contributing to the network’s growth and the broader global community. With Shardeum’s mainnet launch on the horizon, ShardStarter aims to drive the success of dApps across both cryptocurrency and non-cryptocurrency spaces.
4. 3VO
3VO is a SocialFi platform that empowers brands, businesses, and content creators to transact, build, and tokenize on a social marketplace. Seamlessly integrating decentralised finance (DeFi) tools, 3VO is designed to serve as the ultimate hub for Web3 users, from airdroppers and memecoiners to crypto enthusiasts. With its user-friendly interface, 3VO simplifies crypto payments, tokenization, and decentralised monetization, allowing users to convert digital currencies into liquid assets without intermediaries. As easy to use as Apple Pay or PayPal, 3VO extends Web3 financial tools to regions like the Middle East, North Africa, Southeast Asia, and Central Asia, where traditional banking access is limited for over 60% of the population. By bridging this gap, 3VO promotes financial inclusion and empowers users to participate in the digital economy.
NFT Battle Miners (NBM) is a unique NFT sci-fi strategy game that allows players to embark on a free space adventure in the Arcadian system, a massive multiplayer online universe. Built using the latest blockchain technologies, NBM offers players the opportunity to explore, fight, mine, and earn real money through the assets they acquire. Every element owned or extracted within the game has true value and can be traded, sold, or upgraded. With its play-to-earn model, NBM provides a seamless blend of entertainment and economic opportunity, empowering players to shape their own space adventure.
The projects featured in our "Project Spotlight" series bring innovative solutions to the web3 landscape. Their ability to innovate can significantly impact the growth and evolution of the web3 industry. Do remember to follow us on X/Twitter and subscribe to our weekly newsletter (we have an amazing >35% open rate).