GROWTH GRANT APPLICATION - IqraCrypto - Growth Tier

APPLICATION TITLE

GROWTH GRANT APPLICATION – IqraCrypto – Growth Tier

TERMS OF USE

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APPLICATION INTRODUCTION

Name of your project

IqraCrypto

Are you an incorporated startup?

Yes

Links to the project’s webpage, DApp, project social handles, and chat groups.

What is your Conflux eSpace recipient wallet address for the grant?

cfx:aaswdthvb715em672bbfr5ncp873npp77an3xv9x7r

TEAM

Zied Chaabane
Founder CEO
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ziedchaabane/
A bitcoin advocate since 2017, Zied has over 5+ years in blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies. Holder of EMBA in project management and a bachelor’s degree in finance, Zied built a career in Web3 and was the COO of a project listed on KuCoin, Gate and MXC. He is also the founder of the first arabic crypto elearning platform in the MENA Region.

Khaled Alkalbani
Advisor
https://www.linkedin.com/in/khaled-alkalbani/

Wael Ben Said
SMM Manager
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wael-ben-said-99b1854a/
Course Editor and Graphic Designer
Wael worked in Saudi Arabia most of his life

Ahmed Khoj
Instructor
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahmedkhoj
Saudi Arabia
MIS graduate with experience in education management and customer experience. University Instructor in Makkah

Nooman
Part Time Developer

TOTAL BUDGET AND FUNDING TIER

Grant Tier: Growth Tier

Grant Size: 4000 USD

Justification:

The requested grant of 4000 USD will be used to develop and launch a new Arabic elearning course on Conflux. The course will cover the basics of Conflux, including its history, how it works, and its potential applications. The course will be designed to be accessible to learners of all levels, and will be delivered in Arabic.

We believe that this course will be a valuable resource for the Arabic-speaking community, and will help to increase awareness of blockchain technology in the region. We also believe that the course will attract new users to the Conflux ecosystem.

The course will be always available for free.

PROJECT INFORMATION

Overview:

IqraCrypto stands as the pioneering educational platform dedicated to imparting blockchain and cryptocurrency insights specifically tailored for the underserved MENA region, which boasts over half a billion population. Our paramount objective is to craft a comprehensive suite of educational materials, all seamlessly delivered through online courses in Arabic. This strategic approach ensures that the intricacies of blockchain technology become not just accessible but also effortlessly comprehensible for the vast Arabic-speaking community.

We have worked with EthSwarm, Stacks, Celo, Dfinity and UD.

User Base:

We currently have over 480 users from across the Middle East and North Africa.
Around 1,200 followers on twitter
736 followers on Linkedin
500 subscriber on Youtube
We started to do 2 live courses per week and we are getting an audience of 20 to 70!
We get on average around 2,000 views per course on youtube

User Growth:

We plan to target our new blockchain technology course to learners who are interested in learning more about Conflux, a high-performance blockchain that is designed for scalability and security. We will use a variety of marketing channels to reach our target audience, including social media, email marketing, and online advertising.

Market:

The inspiration behind IqraCrypto stems from recognizing the gap in quality blockchain education in Arabic. With over 480 million Arabic speakers worldwide, and a growing interest in blockchain and cryptocurrencies, we identified an untapped market that desperately needed our service.
Right now we are the only arabic crypto elearning platform.

Technology:

Currently we are a regular LMS platform where users chose from paid and non paid courses.

Traction:

We have a strong track record of success in the Arabic elearning market. Our platform has been featured in a number of publications, and we have received positive feedback from our learners.

Stage of the project:

We are a post-revenue startup.

Security:

We do not have a code.

ECOSYSTEM FIT

Benefit to Conflux Ecosystem:

Our Introduction Conflux course will help to increase awareness in the Arabic-speaking community. This will help to attract new users to the Conflux ecosystem.

Economic Benefit:

Our course will also help to generate economic activity on the Conflux blockchain.

GROWTH PROPOSAL

Sure, here is a description of how the grant will be used to develop and implement the project plan:

Grant Usage and Implementation Plan

The requested grant of $4,000 will be used to develop and implement the following deliverables:

Sure, here is a revised plan for the project that delivers 1 course, 5 shorts, and 1 article with some social media posts for a total of $4,000:

Grant Usage and Implementation Plan

The requested grant of $4,000 will be used to develop and implement the following deliverables:

Deliverable 1: Conflux Technology and Ecosystem Course

Initiative: Design and deliver an Arabic course on Conflux technology and ecosystem.

Funding: $2,500

Tasks:

  • Develop a structured course curriculum covering key Conflux concepts and use cases.
  • Create engaging lesson plans and presentations tailored for Arabic-speaking learners.
  • Utilize interactive learning methods, such as quizzes, hands-on exercises, and case studies.
  • Record the course sessions for on-demand viewing and accessibility.

Deliverable 2: Conflux DeFi Shorts Series

Initiative: Produce a series of 5 engaging Arabic YouTube Shorts highlighting Conflux.

Funding: $800

Tasks:

  • Develop creative concepts for 5 short videos introducing Conflux DeFi.
  • Create engaging and informative video content using high-quality production techniques.
  • Optimize video titles, descriptions, and tags for effective YouTube SEO.
  • Promote the videos on social media platforms to reach a wider audience.

Deliverable 3: Conflux Overview Article and Social Media Promotion

Initiative: Write a well-researched and informative Arabic blog post on Conflux DeFi and its ecosystem. Develop and execute a social media promotion campaign for the Conflux course, shorts series, and blog post.

Funding: $700

Tasks:

  • Conduct thorough research on Conflux DeFi’s features, benefits, and potential impact.
  • Write a compelling and informative blog post in clear and engaging Arabic language.
  • Share the blog post on relevant Arabic social media platforms and engage with the community.
  • Create engaging and informative social media posts promoting the Conflux course, shorts series, and blog post.
  • Utilize relevant social media platforms to reach a targeted audience of Arabic-speaking blockchain enthusiasts.
  • Engage with the community through comments, replies, and social media contests.
  • Track and analyze social media engagement metrics to evaluate the campaign’s effectiveness.

Maintenance Considerations

By following this implementation plan and prioritizing ongoing maintenance, we will ensure that the grant funds are utilized effectively to create and sustain high-quality Arabic educational resources on Conflux and its ecosystem.