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SotN #14 - FUNding with Kevin Owocki (Gitcoin #7 BEGINS, DeFi protocols compete 4 Gitcoin, StableCredit USD, CeDeFi = real or joke?)

Sep 16, 2020
Kevin Owocki, the Founder of Gitcoin, discusses the exciting launch of Gitcoin Grants Round 7 and its role in the DeFi ecosystem. He dives into how quadratic funding empowers independent creators and enhances community contribution. The conversation highlights the increasing involvement of DeFi protocols and the innovative approaches to funding public goods. Owocki also explores challenges in decentralized identity and the new StableCredit USD protocol, shedding light on the transformative power of collaboration in the Ethereum space.
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ANECDOTE

Gitcoin Graduation

  • David Hoffman used Gitcoin Grants to signal the value of his work.
  • This allowed him to transition into being a full-time independent content producer.
INSIGHT

DeFi Funding Public Goods

  • DeFi protocols are donating to Gitcoin Grants, marking a shift from reliance on the Ethereum Foundation.
  • This community funding model strengthens Ethereum's sustainability and decentralization.
ADVICE

Submitting Grants to Gitcoin

  • Submit your grant to Gitcoin; no prior approval is needed.
  • The platform prioritizes community voting and quadratic funding to support valuable projects.
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