Sovereign Nature Initiative Launches DOTphin, Polkadot’s Ecological Evolution Avatar at Token 2049 in Singapore

adminSeptember 18, 2024

Amsterdam, Netherlands, September 18, 2024, Chainwire

Token 2049 attendees can collect DOTphin proof-of-existence digital avatars and contribute to real-world environmental impact.

The Sovereign Nature Initiative (SNI), in collaboration with Unique Network and WalletConnect, has launched DOTphin, an innovative Polkadot NFT project for Token 2049 attendees in Singapore. Attendees are invited to visit the Polkadot booth (Booth #P34 & 42, Level 5, Marina Bay Sands Convention Center) to collect Proof of Presence (PoP) and embark on a journey with a DOTphin avatar that evolves through user interactions and contributes to real-world ocean conservation efforts.

By participating in the DOTphin experience, Token 2049 attendees will be able to collect PoP to unlock stages of avatar evolution influenced by ecological data from Aquasearch, SNI’s ocean conservation partner. This innovative fusion of blockchain and ecological impact allows users to play a role in preserving marine life while using cutting-edge technology.

“The goal of the Sovereign Nature Initiative is to rethink the economics of biodiversity conservation and restoration,” said Catherine Bishop, CEO of SNI. “With DOTphin, we have pioneered a groundbreaking approach that combines community engagement and natural world conservation by connecting digital collections with living entities. We add meaning to the virtual realm by deploying dynamic assets that have measurable impact in the real world.”

To claim PoP or other proof, users can visit the SNI website or scan a QR code encountered at the event. This will take attendees to the claim process where they log into their account. If they do not have an account, they can easily create one using their email address, social profile, or digital wallet. The process is designed for simplicity and efficiency, making it easy to manage and claim proof.

After collecting PoP, the next step is to evolve DOTphin. This can be done by visiting the REAL Evolution page on the REAL Portal. The same login credentials used to claim the Proof are required to link the account. The evolution process begins with acquiring a primordial “orbo”, which acts as a starting point. Once hatched, it marks the beginning of DOTphin’s evolution.

Other collected PoPs and Proofs are utilized to evolve DOTphin. On the REAL Evolution page, select the evolve option and choose the Proof to apply, and DOTphin will develop accordingly. Each Proof affects the characteristics of DOTphin, personalizing and expressing individual participation and achievements. The selected Proofs shape the evolution of DOTphin, creating a unique avatar.

The aesthetic of the DOTphin avatar is heavily influenced by the artistic style seen in Japanese anime. This design decision creates an important and relatable connection between the general public and their digital companions, and promotes the idea of caring for objects that evolve over time. The acclaimed designer behind this art is Daria Smakhtina of Ephemera One.

About the Sovereign Nature Initiative

The Sovereign Nature Initiative (SNI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to rethinking the economics of biodiversity conservation and restoration. Leveraging cutting-edge technology, SNI creates innovative solutions that connect digital assets with real-world ecological impacts. Through its proprietary technology stack, the DEEP Protocol and REAL Portal, SNI integrates live ecological data into digital collections to ensure sustainable funding channels for biodiversity efforts. The DEEP Protocol collects data from biodiversity managers, while the REAL Portal continuously verifies commitments, connecting users with concrete evidence of their environmental contributions. SNI’s work, including pioneering projects like DOTphin, fosters community engagement and creates new forms of digital accountability for conservation.

About Polkadot

Polkadot is the powerful and secure core of Web3, providing a shared foundation that unites the world’s most innovative apps and blockchains. Polkadot offers an advanced modular architecture that allows developers to easily design and build their own specialized blockchain projects, pooled security that ensures the same high-security block production across all connected chains and connected apps, and robust governance that ensures a transparent system where everyone has a say in shaping the blockchain ecosystem for growth and sustainability. With Polkadot, users are not just participants, but co-creators with the power to shape the future.