Dracklyn (@dracklyn) β’ Hey
Before I change the world, I want to level the playing field between emerging creators and established creators/organizations.
https://verifiedcreators.io
Publications
- Literally every NFT mf.
- A common feeling shared among web3 people is that we need a social media platform without ads.
But the big question I haven't seen anyone answer is how do we monetize a web3 social media platform at scale without ads?
[#web3](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=web3&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7121621452629377024) [#web3community](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=web3community&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7121621452629377024)
- I knew the world changed forever when it became fashionable to wear these. π€¦πΎββοΈ
How can the human race come back from such a travesty? It's over! π
- The best way to build a great community off airdrop might be never to say you are doing any airdrop.
- Me seeing another mainnet announcement built by web3 veterans and backed by top VCs with zero plans to address the issue of scams in the ecosystem.
- I liked how Brian highlighted the importance of On-chain reputation.
As someone who's been working on a solution every day for the past two years, I was vindicated because the idea of restoring trust in the ecosystem has always been gaslighted.
In my opinion, web3 won't achieve its potential if trust is not restored.
[#Web3](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=web3&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7110699897682567168) [#web3community](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=web3community&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7110699897682567168)
- Just submitted my buildspace week 5 update and RSVP for demo day. Still, a few things to do before demo day in a couple of days. It hasn't been easy working on this idea and building VerifiedCreator 2.0 simultaneously while on the road but I want to do this.
- **Welcome to Diamond**
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> It hasn't been easy working on this idea and building VerifiedCreator 2.0 simultaneously while on the road but I want to do this.
- **Feed | LinkedIn**
Just submitted my buildspace week 5 update and RSVP for demo day.
Still, a few things to do before demo day in a couple of days.
It hasn't been easy working on this idea and building VerifiedCreator 2.0 simultaneously while on the road but I want to do this.
- > I can't wait for VerifiedCreators 2.0 and I know the web3 community can't wait too. π
- What users see:
A strong DAO with at least 5 multisig to confirm a transaction.
What they don't see: Only one person owns 5 of that multisig wallets.
- One thing I'd like to work on after VerifiedCreators 2.0 is to make it easy for collectors and investors to discover legit and verified web3 creators on web2 platforms like Twitter (x)
- Would like to be more active here but the sign-in experience is a pain for me.
- Today, I am excited to announce that I will be joining Season 4 of Night and Weekend by Buildspace to work on an idea that I have been nurturing for the past six years: Virtuallypros - an African talent virtual hub that can save you time and more than 50% on employee costs.
Follow @Virtuallypros Twitter (X) to keep an eye on our progress.
- Too many phony VCs in the startup space right now.
You invest in early-stage startups/pre-revenue but think a startup is too early for investment. Instead, you would upsell them a subscription plan to your startup community/resources.
Like, make that make sense.
It's funny and ridiculous at the same time.
#web3 #web3community #startup #startupcommunity #vcfunding #VC
- In 2021 I was fazed with the choice of designing user payment for VerifiedCreators MVP using the conventional crypto payment processors or embracing an unknown solution with better UX.
I chose the latter. VC was designed to accept user payments via NFTs.
Over 150 VC NFTs sold on Eth and DeSo chains so far.
The upcoming VC 2.0 will embrace the subscription-based model and I will be making a similar decision.
Metamask & DeSo identity.
I believe if traditional banks can onboard billions of people to use ATM cards, crypto web/mobile wallets can make their numbers look like a joke.
We just need more great product people leading crypto companies/platforms.
#web3 #web3community
- We are working on an article to help creators find the best blockchains and their NFT marketplace for minting their NFTs based on three factors:
1. Support for creators within the community either via funding dedicated programs to help creators succeed.
2. Gas fees associated with minting NFTs on these blockchains, and how they ensure accessibility for creators with smaller budgets?
3. Promotion of NFT discoverability, how are they helping creators gain visibility and engagement with their artworks?
This article has been in the work since last week, and I am disappointed by the lack of support creators have received in the web3 space when compared to developers.
One of the blockchains that caught my attention is Aptos and its $20 million artist grant program. This is massive and I haven't seen anything like it yet in my research.
To all other Blockchain leaders who come across this post, I urge you to recognize the significance of supporting creators in this space. Ultimately, creators play a pivotal role in driving the success and vibrancy of the web3 ecosystem. Let us work together to empower creators, for without them, there will be no web3.
#web3 #web3community #blockchain #crypto
- I am building a platform where NFT as Art will become highly appreciated.
What we see now is a centralized and overhyped market controlled by the big players.
As we move toward a more sustainable ecosystem, the narrative will move from purchasing NFT based on the trading value to purchasing NFT based on artistic value and utility.
#art #NFT #nftcommunity #trading
- In a couple of days, I will be marking another one.
I've spent the last 6 years of my life, finding myself, finding God, finding purpose (pursuing it), and forgiving.
I wanted to mark this one with a memoir about the last 6 years of my life as you can see from the previous paragraphs but I am a lazy degen sometimes. π
So I just going to say I am super grateful to be around my immediate elder brother during this period. We've only seen each other (like) 3 times in the last 6 years. We use to be Twins. I am not sure if he likes the Twin thing as much as I do though. π
I appreciate everyone who has been part of my journey and cared in one way or the other.
I will be signing out from these vain apps, and try to cook Ofe Akwu (Banga Stew) and have a good time with the new homies.
- Imagine the engagement on Thread right now baked with crypto financial incentives.
Most people are spending sleepless nights trying to grow their following again from scratch with the hope they can somehow monetize it in the future.
Everything happening now made me wish Nader and the Core team listened to the OGs and gave Bitclout a chance 1 and a half years ago.
Can't wait for 2.0.
- In the past two years, while dedicated to building VerifiedCreators, I've had the privilege of engaging with numerous creators, understanding their pain points, and connecting with investors and prominent players in the creator economy.
What astonishes me is the lack of genuine concern from these individuals and entities regarding the most significant challenge faced by creators in web3: the issue of trust.
Due to rampant scam activities in the ecosystem, collectors and investors find it challenging to identify trustworthy creators. As a result, they gravitate towards projects by established creators and organizations for a sense of security.
This lack of trust has created a substantial earning disparity between established creators/organizations and emerging talents.
Almost every web3 project or NFT is associated with an established creator or organization. It has become increasingly rare to find a successful creator who is not affiliated with these entities.
It is clear that these prominent web3 platforms are indifferent to the situation because it benefits only a select few who are fortunate enough to be affiliated with them.
#web3 #web3community #nft #nftcommunity
- Designing a great UX is hard.
I've been stuck (tweaking) on designing this subscription flow for days because I want users to have a seamless experience when subscribing.
- As a founder, I receive more than 500 emails a month.
Here's how to write a great email that converts:
Actually visit and read your prospective client's website. π€¦ββοΈ
Find this helpful? Follow me for marketing advice.
- Need a better way to do Lens so I downloaded Focalize by @paulburke.lensΒ Β
Let's see how it goes.
BTW, need more Paul posts on my feed.
- I was in my Kitchen in 2021 when I conceived the idea of building VerifiedCreators.
Fast forward to 2023 and I am still working on leveling the playing field between emerging creators and established creators/organizations - the future of web3 identity verification.
Despite:
1. The none stop Bear market.
2. Disappointment from a major grant partner who defaulted on our agreement when it mattered the most.
3. Being self-funded.
4. The demise of countless well-funded web3 startups.
5. The rise of AI and less hype/excitement about web3.
6. Working from the road since December last year and would likely be throughout the year.
7. Plus lots of challenges I can't mention.
I have never been so motivated to continue pursuing the vision of building a safe web3 ecosystem where creators and investors/collectors can flourish regardless of their social class.
I am still writing the story of VerifiedCreators and the next chapter is VerifiedCreators 2.0, which comes with the defector identity card for web3 creators, multi-chain and verified NFT marketplace, the VerifiedCreators token ($VC) integration, and more.
Stay tuned, and don't forget to hug a web3 founder anytime you see them.
#startups #web3 #web3community #nftcommunity
- Today, I had a call with an emerging web3 AI artist who has faced harassment from certain individuals in the web3 community regarding the authenticity of their work.
Upon discovering VerifiedCreators, they expressed a strong desire to become a verified creator, aiming to eliminate any doubts that collectors and investors may have about their NFTs and establish a solid reputation.
Addressing issues like these is the primary motivation behind the creation of @VerifiedCreators
In the realm of web3, identity verification should be trustless, allowing anyone to verify the identity of any creator without relying on third-party intermediaries.
User identity in web3 should seamlessly integrate with web3 primitives, ensuring that ownership of web3 elements such as NFTs, DAOs, social graphs, and creator coins can be easily verified.
To delve deeper into how VerifiedCreators provides the only viable solution for creating a safe environment for creators, collectors, and investors in web3, I invite you to read the VerifiedCreators' whitepaper. Find the link in the comment section.
In my view, a secure web3 ecosystem where every creator can thrive, regardless of their social status, is within our reach.
#web3 #web3community #NFT
- What do you call this when your jump from one tab to another staring at your screen but can't get no actual work done?
- The scammer said they found me on Lens ππ
Hello, scammer. Just in case you come across this message, I am still gathering the motivation to write an article that will educate people and prevent them from falling victim to scams like yours. It's about time you found a legitimate job.
- 7 days later deposit of DeSo to exchanges is still not working and no updates from the team about it.
I am convinced at this stage that sucking with communication is akin to web3 platforms. π€¦ββοΈ
- As a 2y+ web3 founder, one thing I have learned is to focus only on things related to our project and community.
Everything else is just noise.
#web3 #web3community
- Q4 Last year, I started a design series - I pick one web3 project on the DeSo blockchain that could use a re-design and designed it within 24 hours.
As a PD who specializes in ideating and building startups from the ground up, I want to support as many web3 startups as I can.
If you are building something exciting in this space, tag me and you might get a full design of your product at no cost.
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- At least one web3 social media platform is growing.
Good to see the growth of Lens.
- Ultimately, on-chain identity & social identity verification will be the only viable way to verify legitimate users and their content.
When that time comes, verifiedcreators.io will be there.
Hint: the time is near.
- No panic for now fellas. People should start getting worried when AI fixes hand issues.
After that, platforms like VerifiedCreators.io might just be the only hope.
- Today, somebody close to me lost their funds (ETH tokens) to this terrible UI/UX issue on @Unstoppable Domains -
Can you spot the critical issue with this design?
The UI/UX of most web3 platforms sucks and has led to the loss of tokens worth millions of $.
If you are a web3 founder, you must prioritize hiring web3 native designers or enroll your web2 designers in quality web3 courses before they embark on any task.
#web3 #crypto #ui #ux #design
- It looks like every intelligent person is doing this AI thing now.
Everyone is saying it's going to take all the human jobs.
Here's what I think after playing around with it for a while:
AI is going to make skilled humans more valuable.
No better time than now to master what you do.
#AI
- New PFP on all web3 platforms in a bit.
What do you think?
Created with Midjourney
- Alas, looks like crypto regulation is coming hard to the US
What could this mean for crypto? π€
- What's an emotion?
Me after going through two bear markets in a year and building on chains that have gone from $200 to $9 and $4K TO null.5K:
- Writing improvement proposal for VerifiedCreators after a while >
Hard to find anything more fulfilling.
- How do you feel about tokens with a CEO?
- Before Elon made verification cool, I built VerifiedCreators.
Currently integrated with the @desoprotocol and @ethereum blockchains with more to come.
Just letting y'all know. π€·ββοΈ
- No marketing can fix bad user experience. Sadly, most founders, especially crypto founders, don't get it.
#userexperience #marketing #web3 #crypto
- Talent β
Vision β
Motivation β
Dedication β
Problem solving β
But yet, your biggest asset as a founder is your social capital.
#startup
- I want to use Lens more, but I need a better way/app to stay connected here. Any recommendation @stani.lens
- I think time is the most underrated phenomenon in the startup ecosystem.
The longer you build or survive, the more clarity you have.
The more clarity you have, the better product you build.
The better product you have, the more unstoppable your startup will become.
#startup
- Early 2021 after Joining Bitclout, I discovered the correlation between scams and the enormous earning gap between established creators/organizations and emerging creators, which gave birth to VerifiedCreators.
Two days ago, the official whitepaper for VerifiedCreators version 1.0 was published. Written by your one and only.
Inviting everyone to spare a few minutes, and read the paper.
verifiedcreators.s3.amazonaws.com/Whitepaper.pdf
- I got into web3 for the design and the mission. For me, money will always be a tool to pursue the mission.
As a founder, this bear market has shown me how important it is to be aligned with the mission.
- I have watched the money dry up from the ecosystem.
- I have watched the DAU tank significantly.
- I have watched my fellow founders who raised thousands/millions of $ quit.
But for the mission, I have worked every day since this year, even on sick days, growing VerifiedCreators.
I hope 2023 makes it all worth it or gives me more strength to keep going.
Let's go 2023.
- What's the fastest web app on Lens? Lenster is slow for me.
- Gm Lens
Who's is up aready?