Update: Since the time of this writing, Collab.Land has integrated ERC20, ERC721, and ERC1155s on ApeChain to support the Apes who want to create communities on Telegram and Discord.
PROPOSAL NAME
Apes Rising : Chat Transactions, Smooth Onboarding, Good Vibes, and Expanding the Swamp
TEAM DESCRIPTION
James Young, CEO and CTO: James is the driving force behind Collab.Land, blending over 25 years of software development expertise with a decade of leadership at the forefront of technology. He began building in the blockchain space in 2016 as an Ethereum researcher and started speaking on crypto topics in 2018. As co-author of the foundational Token Curated Registries and MolochDAO white papers, James has shaped modern governance in Web3.
From his early work on FarmVille to pioneering Ethereumâs first Layer-2 solution with SpankChain, his career showcases a relentless drive to push technological boundaries.
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Anjali Young, Chief of the Swamp (Community): Anjali is a Bored Ape and the beating heart of Collab.Landâs community vibe. Since 2021, sheâs been building in crypto and speaking on blockchain topics, blending over 30 years of experience in online communities with deep Web3 expertise. A pioneer in creating resilient, decentralized communities, Anjali is a global voice on DAOs, the future of work, and the transformative power of tokenized communities. She speaks on podcasts and at conferences all around the world, sharing her insights and passion for Web3. As a licensed attorney, she brings a unique mix of insight and empathy to every project.
Watch her latest podcast here: The Cryptopolitan podcast #21 - Anjali Young from Collab Land
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Alok Tiwari, COO: Alok is the operational gorilla making sure everything runs smoothly at Collab.Land. With over 20 years in software development and game design, Alok has been James Youngâs right-hand for a decade, tackling the toughest challenges and always delivering innovative solutions. Whether in gaming or blockchain, his commitment to pushing boundaries ensures that Collab.Land keeps communities buzzing with excitement.
Snax Y-Not, Advisor: Snax is the pizza-slinging, community-building maestro you didnât know you needed. As the founder of PizzaDAO and advisor to OwnTheDoge, Snax has been around since the early days of crypto and knows how to throw down when it comes to building decentralized communities. His passion for blockchain tech and creating vibrant online spaces makes him a key advisor in keeping Collab.Landâs community roaring.
Watch the Collab.Land Documentary about Snax and Pizza DAO here:
Letâs Form Group | PizzaDAO
Popil, Advisor: Popil is a lady Mutant Ape and creative force behind some of the most dynamic projects in the ApeVerse. As an XR Artist and a former MarComm Steward for ApeCoin DAO, sheâs got a talent for blending art and community like no other. Whether itâs founding ventures like BoredArt_LLC or dropping innovative projects like ApeCoinNow, Popil is all about pushing boundaries. She brings a fresh wave of creativity and strategy to Collab.Landâs mission, making sure every community experience is next-level.
AllCityBAYC, Advisor: AllCityBAYC is the governance guru for ApeCoin DAO, steering the ship on all things strategy and policy. As Lead Governance Working Group Steward, heâs the ape making sure that decision-making in the ApeCoin ecosystem is smooth, smart, and sustainable. His leadership and vision play a crucial role in keeping the ApeCoin community strong and growing.
Oops, Advisor: Oops is a Discord wizard, having helped shape legendary communities like PoolTogether, Zapper, and ENS. With years of experience building and managing bot-powered spaces, Oops brings invaluable knowledge to the Collab.Land team, ensuring that every Discord community is popping off with engagement. Now leading community efforts at Oh Baby Games, Oops is all about bringing the fun and helping Collab.Land craft top-tier experiences for Apes everywhere.
Proven Team Record and Expanding ApeCoinâs Reach
Since swinging onto the scene in May 2020, Collab.Land has become the go-to platform for managing tokenized communities, boasting 59,632 active communities and 3.6 million unique wallets connected. As the original creators of token gating, weâve been leading the charge in building tools that make community life not just smoother but wilder. And now, weâre ready to take ApeCoinâs reach even further, unlocking new opportunities across multiple blockchains and fresh communities.
By joining Collab.Landâs massive network, ApeCoin and ApeChain gets to beat its chest louder and reach farther into the Web3 universe, tapping into millions of active users and communities. This is all about cementing ApeCoin as a leading token of Web3. Our team, loaded with decades of experience is in the swamp, hands-on as community admins, members, and DAO contributors. We live and breathe Web3, ensuring that ApeCoin and its community thrives and evolves.
ApeCoinâs story is unfolding, and with Collab.Land, the future can be even brighter!
Powering Up with MetaMask: A Key Collaboration
The Collab.Land x MetaMask partnership is a game-changer for community engagement. The MetaMask Delegation team is working hand-in-hand with us to integrate their MetaMask Delegation Toolkit directly into Collab.Landâs smart account system. Why is MetaMask all-in on this? Because they see what weâre buildingâour pioneering work in key and account abstraction stands out, and MetaMask knows weâre pushing the boundaries of whatâs possible in Web3.
This collaboration takes our smart accounts to the next level, adding programmable elements that give them even more power and flexibility. For Apes, this means smoother, more dynamic interactions within the community, opening up new ways to engage and transact.
For more details, check out our MetaMask partnership announcement and get ready for some serious innovation!
Professional Collaboration with Lit Protocol
Since January 2023, Collab.Land has proudly partnered with Lit Protocol, a leader in programmable multi-party computation (MPC) networks. This collaboration represents a fusion of cutting-edge technology with Collab.Landâs mission to enhance the security and experience of tokenized communities.
Lit Protocol provides key abstraction, a critical innovation. For Collab.Landâs smart accounts, key management is handled by a distributed network of computers, each holding a fragment of the userâs private key. These computers collaborate to sign transactions securely on behalf of users, ensuring that private keys are cryptographically protected. This advanced setup means users never have to worry about losing or revealing their private keys, keeping their assets safe while engaging with their favorite communities.
With multiple product iterations, this ongoing partnership strengthens Collab.Landâs stack, allowing us to stay ahead of the curve in delivering secure, self-custodied solutions for Web3. For more detailed information about Lit Protocolâs MPC network, you can dive deeper into the tech here.
PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION
Collab.Land is swinging into action to supercharge the ApeCoin ecosystem by integrating ApeChain into our platform. This integration brings ApeCoin âin-chatâ beginning with onchain tipping and âape-ing inâ (sending multiple tips to users at once) features right into the heart of where Apes hang outâTelegram and Discordâletting Apes make a splash with every transaction. These in-chat transactions are not just fun but also fully transparent and verifiable on ApeChain.
Apes can now transact using only Telegram and Discord usernames because Collab.Land creates a fully non-custodial smart account (smart contract wallet) for each member. Instead of Apes needing to memorize or secure their own private keys, we provide a keystore management solution with our longtime partner, Lit Protocol. To make things even smoother, weâve partnered with MetaMask and are using their MetaMask Delegation Toolkit to let collectors cover transaction fees instead of senders, so Apes can jump in without worrying about the cost.
We also have a perpetual revenue-sharing model where every service fee benefits ApeCoin DAO, ApeChain communities, and Collab.Land. Also, as activity ramps up, increased sequencer fees will boost revenue and growth for ApeChain.
And for the devs looking to build on ApeChain - weâve got you covered with access to our custom Collab.Land-MetaMask-Lit Protocol stack, on which we are building the deliverables for this proposal. For example, future devs can use the Collab.Land stack inside of Telegram and Discord for anything from AI to bridging and more. Weâll also be rolling out a smart account SDK to empower third-party devs to build their own apps outside of Telegram and Discord. From gaming and rewards to peer-to-peer payments and token airdrops, and more there are endless possibilities available for you.
To top it off, Collab.Land welcomes ApeChain to its community of communities. Weâll support ApeChainâs ERC20, ERC721, ERC1155, and ERC6551standards for token gating, ensuring full compatibility with the latest NFT tech. As ERC6551 gains traction in gaming, a key focus for ApeChain, Collab.Land will help ApeChain gaming projects thrive.
Key Features:
- APE Tipping & âApe-ing Inâ : Dive into onchain transactions with ApeCoin on ApeChainâsend one-to-one tips or âape-ing inâ, showering your crew in ApeCoin directly within Telegram and Discord. Every tip is onchain, fully transparent, and verifiable on the blockchain.
- Perpetual Revenue-Sharing Model and Increased Sequencer Fees: A revenue-sharing model where service fees flow between ApeCoin DAO, ApeChain communities, and Collab.Land, making sure everyone eats. And more onchain activity means higher sequencer fees, powering ApeChainâs growth and sustainability.
- Non-Custodial Smart Accounts for All: Roll out non-custodial âsmart contract accountsâ in Telegram and Discord. Lit Protocol handles âkey abstractionâ to keep it smooth and secure. This means smooth and simple onboarding for newbies interested in the ApeCoin community. We are solving the cold start problem - ape style!
- MetaMask Delegation Toolkit: Accounts will use the MetaMask Delegation Toolkit, adding more flexibility to who covers transaction feesâletting collectors foot the bill instead of senders, so no Ape gets left out, not even those brand new to the ecosystem.
- Robust Security Measures: Implement a session PIN and provide reminders for good wallet hygiene to thwart account hackers and ensure asset security for users using well established standards for authentication.
- Empowering Devs: Offer the Collab.Land-MetaMask-Lit Protocol stack for extending inside of Telegram and Discord, and expand our existing SDK into a Smart
Account-aware SDK, empowering third-party devs to build applications beyond Discord and Telegram. - Integration for Community Management Services: Support all the top ERC token standards (ERC20, ERC721, ERC1155, and the new gaming NFT standard ERC6551) for token gating. Collab.Landâs token gating boosts community engagement on both Telegram and Discord.
- ApeChain Token Support: Add any future ApeChain tokens to APE Tipping for an extra fee, letting ApeChain communities expand tipping options with their projectâs tokens.
Tossing Tips in the ApeVerse:
In the ApeVerse, onchain tipping with Collab.Land is like tossing your favorite bananas aroundâexcept these bananas are tokens! Apes in Telegram and Discord can now send tokens to each other (using only their Telegram and Discord usernames!) to show mad respect, appreciation, or just to keep the vibes strong. Using Smart Accounts, every token drop is smooth, secure, and self-custodied with each tip being a fully transparent and verified onchain transaction.
Whoâs ready for story time?!
âGoing Bananas, A Story about One-to-One Tippingâ
BAYC #5834 â@damaderocaâ spots MAYC #29081 â@rudem00se," dropping fire memes in Discord. Impressed, she types â/tip @rudem00se 69 $APEâ with her banana-shaped keyboard.
The Collab.Land Bot verifies Damaderocaâs PIN via her authenticator app. Lit Protocol provides key signing access, while the MetaMask Delegation Toolkit manages access control to her account.
The Collab.Land Bot then initiates the transaction of $APE to rudem00se, with service fees going to ApeCoin DAO, the ApeChain community, and to Collab.Land. ApeChain, being the diligent onchain ledger, munches on the sequencer fees (aka the gas) for processing the whole banana.
Discord erupts: âTip sent! Youâre one generous primate!â pops up for Damaderoca. Rudem00seâs phone buzzes: â69 $APE received! Time for that diamond banana peeler!â Another day in BAYC ends with memes, friendship, and bunches of digital bananas.
âGotta Ape-In,â A Story about One-to-Many Tipping
MAYC #29081 â@rudem00seâ decides to host an impromptu rap battle in the BAYC Discord.
She types the command, number of tokens, time duration, and max number of collectors: â/ape-in 420 $APE 69m 6 Apesâ.
Discord explodes: âRap battle funded! Six mics are hot!â @rudem00seâs ape smirks, adjusting her chunky gold chain. The other celebri-apesâ phones buzz: â69 $APE received! Everyone is going bananas!â
The swamp prepares for the dopest rhyme showdown in NFT history.
With the âape-inâ feature, apes can drop tokens for the troop on Telegram and Discord. Any ape can kick off an âape-inâ for others to scoop up. The sender sets the token stash, and every ape who grabs it gets an equal share, no matter how many jump in. Thanks to the MetaMask Delegation Toolkit, those gas fees? Theyâre on the collectors, not the ape who starts the drop!
Securing Smart Accounts with PIN Protection: Ape-Style
At Collab.Land, we know Apes take security seriously while swinging through the swamp. Thatâs why weâve amped up protection for our Smart Accounts with a session PIN, secured through Google Authenticator or any authenticator app of the userâs choice. This keeps things locked down, ensuring that only the Ape holding the keys has access. This is all part of our non-custodial approach, meaning Apes keep full control of their bananas (tokens) and assets at all times.
With authenticator apps in play, Apes can splash around in the swamp knowing their transactions are as safe as they are fun. Whether tipping fellow Apes or starting an ape-in, youâll have peace of mind that your tokens are secured, without losing the freedom to swing from one transaction to the next.
At Collab.Land, weâre committed to keeping the ApeCoin community strong, secure, and ready to make a splash.
BENEFIT TO APECOIN ECOSYSTEM
Increased ApeCoin Utility, Circulation, and Community Engagement: ApeCoin becomes the default currency for tipping across the ApeChain ecosystem, both on Telegram and Discord. With tipping baked into daily interactions, Apes will be tossing ApeCoin like bananas, driving continuous circulation and boosting its role as the go-to currency in the swamp. This will foster collaboration, goodwill, and even more activity, as Apes tip each other for contributions, keeping the swamp buzzing and creating stronger bonds within the community.
Boosted Onchain Activity and Long-Term Value: More tipping means more action! By encouraging tons of onchain transactions, this feature will raise the overall transaction volume, driving sequencer revenue. As Apes get more involved, this recurring activity keeps ApeCoin in high demand, solidifying its long-term value. Itâs like fueling a never-ending splash in the ApeVerse!
Secure and User-Friendly Participation: Weâve built this with the Apes in mindâdeploying non-custodial Smart Accounts backed by Collab.Land, Lit Protocol, and MetaMask delegation technology. Apes can jump right in, knowing that their assets are protected by an easy-to-use session PIN secured through authenticator apps like Google Authenticator. Collab.Land will keep reminding Apes to manage their bananas (tokens) wisely by regularly withdrawing excess funds, making sure everyone stays safe while swinging through the swamp.
Fee Sharing for All: Every time an Ape tips, fees flow back into the ecosystem, benefiting everyone. The transaction fee, made up of a 4% service fee and gas, is shared among ApeCoin DAO, ApeChain communities, and Collab.Land:
â 25% goes to ApeCoin DAO
â 25% goes to the ApeChain community
â 50% goes to Collab.Land
We plan for the 25% revenue share to be claimable on a monthly schedule by the DAO treasury.
We allocate the 25% community share to the designated Discord server owner or Telegram group owner, allowing them to claim the funds in the admin portal (command center) on a monthly schedule.
This creates a win-win situation, fueling growth for the entire ecosystem while keeping things fair for all Apes.
Foundation for Future Development and Innovation: But weâre not stopping there! With access to the Collab.Land-MetaMask-Lit Protocol stack and the launch of the Smart Account SDK, weâre giving future builders the tools to create their own applications within and beyond Telegram and Discord. We encourage and support devs to build out new tools, services, and experiences for ApeCoin and ApeChain ecosystems. The swamp will only get wilder from here!
Expanded Ecosystem through Support for All ApeChain Tokens: Want to tip with your own projectâs tokens? No problem! ApeChain communities can integrate any ApeChain token into the tipping system for an additional fee, giving projects more ways to engage their communities and splash around with their unique tokens (this fee is currently under evaluation; we aim to determine a fair, market-aligned rate). The more tokens in circulation, the more versatile and exciting the ecosystem becomes.
Non-Custodial Liability Advantages
At Collab.Land, weâve swung from the trees and learned from the past to bring a more secure, Ape-powered tipping experience. Previously, we partnered with kChannels to offer a custodial tipping solution during a private beta, serving over 70 communities for two years. Despite its success, custodial solutions come with heavy baggageâliability risks, expensive infrastructure, and legal headaches. Even with kChannels being led by a powerhouse like Maurycy Pietrzak, co-founder of Infura, market timing and the high costs of security and compliance led to their shutdown.
Hereâs the thing: custodial tipping means managing servers, securing against attacks, paying for insurance, and worrying about compliance. Not exactly the smooth-swinging experience Apes deserve. So, we evolved.
With this experience under our belt, we made the smart move to go 100% non-custodial with our tipping system. What does that mean for the ApeCoin community? Every Ape gets full control of their own tokens, with no centralized servers holding them. This dramatically reduces liability for everyone involvedâwhether youâre tipping, receiving, or building.
Securing Smart Accounts with a Dynamic PIN: Ape-Style
For top-notch security in the swamp, weâre rolling out a next-level PIN system that keeps your ApeCoin safe without the hassle of managing a static PIN. Hereâs how it works:
Instead of using a regular, unchanging PIN, Apes will set up a Time-Based One-Time Password (TOTP) for authentication. Itâs the same smooth system used by tools like Google Authenticator or 1Password. Just scan a QR code to set it up, and youâre good to go. Not into scanning? No problemâmanually enter the key if thatâs more your style.
This TOTP refreshes every 30 seconds, giving you an ever-changing code thatâs super secure and practically impossible for anyone else to crack. Itâs like having a secret handshake with your wallet, but better. No more worrying about recovering a lost PIN or getting locked outâjust secure, dynamic access that keeps your ApeCoin safe and your moves in the swamp smooth.
Itâs all about making sure your experience is frictionless, secure, and hassle-freeâso you can focus on what matters: hanging out in the swamp, dropping tips, and making a splash!
DEFINITIONS
Smart Account: A non-custodial smart contract wallet that enables secure transactions using only Telegram/Discord usernames
Ape-ing In: A one-to-many tipping feature allowing simultaneous token distribution to multiple users
TOTP: Time-Based One-Time Password, a dynamic PIN system for transaction security
Key Abstraction: Technology that manages private keys through a distributed network of computers
STEPS TO IMPLEMENT
Weeks 1-2: Setting the Foundation ($40,000)
â Initial Integration: Kick off by connecting ApeChain with Collab.Land, Lit Protocol, and MetaMask, making sure our smart contract wallets (smart accounts) are ready for action.
Weeks 3-4: Tipping Takes Shape ($40,000)
â Build and Test One-to-One Tipping: Develop the APE tipping feature, allowing Apes to send individual tips seamlessly through ApeChain.
â Implement Revenue Sharing: Set up the revenue-sharing system, ensuring transaction fees flow back to ApeCoin DAO, ApeChain communities, and Collab.Land.
Weeks 5-7: Dropping the Big Bananas ($60,000)
â Develop âApe-Inâ Feature: Create and test the âape-inâ feature for one-to-many ApeCoin drops, making it easy to shower groups with APE.
â PIN System Rollout: Develop and test the dynamic TOTP-based PIN system, adding an extra layer of security for all smart accounts.
â Build the Smart Account SDK: Enable third-party builders to query usernames and wallet addresses to create their own Ape-powered apps.
Weeks 8-9: Beta Testing & Feedback Loop ($10,000)
â UI/UX Testing: Fine-tune the user interface and experience, ensuring the tipping process feels smooth for Apes in the swamp.
â Beta Rollout: Launch a beta version of the APE tipping system, gather feedback from the community, and tweak the experience based on what the Apes want.
Weeks 10-12: Full Launch & Hype-Up ($50,000)
â Production Integration: Push ApeChain integration to production, allowing ApeChain projects to start building and managing their communities with full access to APE tipping.
â Marketing Blitz: Unleash a marketing campaign to drive awareness, adoption, and excitement for APE tipping, amplifying the reach of ApeCoin across the swamp.
REPORTING EXPECTATIONS
â Weekly updates in the dedicated ApeCoin DAO proposal channel (Collab.Land Discord)
â Detailed phase completion reports at the end of each phase (4 reports)
â Monthly progress reports for 12 months post-launch
â Quarterly analytics reports on usage, engagement, and revenue sharing for 12 months post-launch
â Final comprehensive project report upon completion
OVERALL COST
Total amount requested from the ApeCoin Ecosystem Fund = $200,000 USD.
â Product Development: $100,000 USD
- Integration of ApeChain into Collab.Landâs existing smart accounts.
- Development of tipping functionality for ApeChain communities.
- Backend development for transaction fees and gas sponsorship.
- Build Smart Account SDK for future builders to query usernames and wallet addresses to create their own apps.
â UI/UX Design: $10,000 USD
- Design and development of intuitive interfaces for tipping functionality.
- User experience testing to ensure smooth onboarding and interaction.
â Security and Audits: $30,000 USD
- Cybersecurity audits, including hack prevention, for the tipping functionality.
- Ongoing platform security monitoring to ensure integrity and reliability.
â Marketing and Community Outreach: $50,000 USD
- Promotion of ApeCoin tipping across ApeChain communities.
- Joint campaigns with ApeChain projects to drive engagement and adoption.
â Support and Maintenance: $10,000 USD
- System maintenance and updates for tipping functionality.
- Maintenance for Smart Account SDK.
- Priority support for all ApeChain projects using Collab.Land for 1 year.
Funding Release Schedule
- Initial Release: 77,000 ApeCoin ($50,000)
- Upon Feature Completion: 154,000 ApeCoin ($100,000)
- Upon Launch: 77,000 ApeCoin ($50,000)
The grant recognizes the premium value of our expertiseâmore than just time and materialsâmaking us the trusted leader in the swamp. Weâre truly grateful for the opportunity and are confident in our ability to deliver. Since day one, weâve been dedicated to serving the Ape community, providing consistent, reliable support and keeping the vibes strong. With our proven track record, you can trust us to carry out this project with the same dedication that has made us a trusted ally in the swamp.
CONCLUSION
Collab.Landâs integration with ApeChain in the heart of the swampâTelegram and Discordâopens up a game-changing opportunity for ApeChain projects and the entire ApeCoin ecosystem. By integrating ApeChain for community management on Telegram and Discord, Collab.Land is bringing the power of onchain transactions to the platforms where the most tokens flow. With seamless features like APE tipping and âape-ins,â weâre making it easier than ever for Apes to show love, reward each other, and keep the community hype alive.
Our partnership with MetaMask and Lit Protocol means every Apeâs smart account is secure and simple to use. Access to the Collab.Land stack and our Smart Account SDK we invite developers to build even more exciting Ape-powered apps within and beyond current chat platforms. We are ready to push this project forward based on our strong history of leading the way in tokenized community management and our commitment to cutting-edge technology.
This proposal doesnât just boost the immediate value of ApeCoinâitâs a long-term play for growth and adoption, setting the stage for a thriving future in the swamp. We invite the ApeCoin DAO to join us in making a splash and taking this journey to the next level!