The Quai Builders Program seeks innovative projects that harness the network’s distinctive features, including its dual-token architecture, PoEM consensus mechanism, and vision for a decentralized energy-based currency.
Quai Team Contact: Email: bd@quai.org

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Vision and Framework

We welcome proposals across a wide spectrum of project categories that leverage Quai Network’s unique capabilities.

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1. Quai Public Goods

Infrastructure protocols and development tools that enhance the foundation for all applications built on Quai Network. We’re seeking projects that improve developer experience, user interactions, and overall ecosystem functionality.

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2. Cross-Chain Infrastructure

Bridging services and pricing oracles that allow the Quai Network users to bring their liquidity from their other homes into ours and also allow trading to occur cross-chain.

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3. DeFi Protocols

Advanced borrowing and lending protocols that strengthen Quai Network’s financial infrastructure. We’re looking for innovative DeFi applications that leverage Quai’s unique features and expand the network’s capabilities.

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4. Novel Applications

Groundbreaking dApps that push the boundaries of what’s possible on Quai Network. We welcome visionary builders with compelling ideas that demonstrate technical excellence and real-world utility.

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Evaluation Criteria

Projects submitted to the Quai Builders Program will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

User Adoption & Engagement

Number of active wallets, transaction volume, user growth rate, community engagement metrics, and social media presence.

Technical Implementation

Demonstrated working product, publicly available code, smart contract security measures, and technical innovation utilizing Quai’s features.

Team Assessment

Track record in crypto/blockchain development, previous successful project launches, and commitment to the project.

Market Presence

Partnership development, media coverage and industry recognition, marketing strategy and execution, and community building efforts.

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Illustrative Project Ideas

Looking for inspiration? Here are some project ideas that could make a significant impact on the Quai ecosystem:

Analytics and Insights

A comprehensive analytics suite for Quai/Qi token metrics and network health.

DeFi Innovations

An innovative DeFi product leveraging Quai’s unique mining reward system.

Payment Solutions

A seamless payment gateway integrating Qi with conventional financial systems or a turnkey solution for e-commerce platforms to accept Qi payments.

Cross-Chain Integration

A robust cross-chain bridge connecting Quai to other major networks.

Economic Analysis

An in-depth economic analysis of Quai and Qi’s roles in the broader crypto landscape or a sophisticated model for predicting Qi mining profitability.

Educational Content

Educational content highlighting Quai’s advantages as an energy-based currency.

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Grant Program Overview

10M $QUAI
Total Program Allocation
Projects can receive up to 1M $QUAI per grant based on:
  • Quality of application submission
  • Potential reach to new users
  • Impact on ecosystem growth
  • Note restrictions on the use of funds may apply, such as vesting periods or specific milestones

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How to Apply

Follow these steps to submit your application to the Quai Builders Program:
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Launch Application

Launch your application on Quai mainnet.
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Create Account

Create a Questbook account.
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Access Dashboard

Go to the dashboard of the “Quai Grants”.
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Submit New Application

Click on the “Submit New” button on the top left of the page.
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Complete Form

Fill the form with all the data requested.
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Use Template

Use the application template to fill in the “details” section.
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Await Response

If your grant application is considered, team members will be in touch directly.

Ready to Apply?

Submit your application on Questbook