Zcash Global <> Zcash Brazil

gordonesTV · March 1, 2024, 2:57pm

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Michae2xl · March 21, 2024, 3:07pm

Zcash Global <> Zcash Brazil Q2 2024

Hello Zcash Community!

We would like to express our enthusiasm to continue our journey of expansion here in Brazil. Throughout our journey so far, we have steadfastly maintained our mission that privacy is a fundamental and normal right.

Our team is looking forward to continuing to work closely with all stakeholders of ZEC, seeking opportunities to further strengthen awareness of the importance of privacy and to provide innovative solutions that promote this fundamental value.

We are confident that together we can continue to promote the message that privacy is normal and essential for a healthy and progressive digital society.

Applicant name:

Michae2xl

Team member name:

vito, iogy, mine, ezec, james katz, samara.

Pitch: A one-liner elevator pitch version of your proposal

This proposal seeks funding to expand Zcash’s presence in Q2 2024.

Total Request (USD):

$16800.00

Have you previously received a grant from Zcash Community Grants (formerly called ZOMG) or ZF?

Yes

Please provide details:

Zcash Brazil 2024 - Period: Jan 2024 to March

January: Zcash Global <> Zcash Brazil - #14 by Michae2xl

February: Zcash Global <> Zcash Brazil - #17 by Michae2xl

March: Pending

Zcash Brazil 2023 - Period: Jan 2023 to December

January: Zcash Brazil 2023 - Proposal - #23 by Michae2xl

February: Zcash Brazil 2023 - Proposal - #26 by Michae2xl

March: Zcash Brazil 2023 - Proposal - #27 by Michae2xl

April: Zcash Brazil 2023 - Proposal - #33 by Michae2xl

May: Zcash Brazil 2023 - Proposal - #38 by Michae2xl

June: Zcash Brazil 2023 - Proposal - #39 by Michae2xl

July: Zcash Brazil 2023 - Proposal - #40 by Michae2xl

August: Zcash Brazil 2023 - Proposal - #43 by Michae2xl

September: Zcash Brazil 2023 - Proposal - #44 by Michae2xl

October: Zcash Brazil 2023 - Proposal - #49 by Michae2xl

November: Zcash Brazil 2023 - Proposal - #56 by Michae2xl

December: Zcash Brazil 2023 - Proposal - #67 by Michae2xl

Are you seeking or have you received funding from other sources for this proposed project?

No

Applicant background:

@Michae2xl (Profile - Michae2xl - Zcash Community Forum): Current Zcash Brazil ambassador, Software Engineer, and Product Owner, known as Michae2xl on social media, has been 7+ years in the crypto space, worked for a DAO as a Community Manager in Brazil & Canada for almost 4 years, and built an NFT index, good expertise as a leader to building communities.

@vito: Victor is a Community/Community Manager he started his journey in 2019, being one of the main ones responsible for the creation and the growth of LBRY/Odysee in Brazil, the biggest video share platform with built-in blockchain in the world. He has also worked on projects for other companies like ShapeShift DAO, Giveth.io 1, Hive, LBRY Nomics, and many others. He joined the Zcash Brasil Team in May of 2022, being responsible for the Discord creation and working with Michael to grow the Zcash Ecosystem in Brazil and educate the community about Privacy and Freedom.

@Iogy: is a 30-year-old, tattooer, designer, and artist, who studied Advertising at college until the seventh period, his hobbies are technology, skateboarding, blockchain, and urban art. He is working to create a visual identity for Zcash Brazil, helping to develop the server banners and logo for social media. Actions focusing on engagement inside and outside discord such as creating POAPS for events and rewards, memes, emojis, giveaways, marketing actions, and event monitoring aimed at opportunities in general. Looking for good narratives and the best positioning methods to promote Zcash in Brazil, create a good image, and generate trust in the project.

@Minevg: Graduated in graphic design in 2006 at Lozuca Produção Interativa as art director, created graphic pieces for companies such as Exxon Mobile, BG, and Flamengo. Besides that Developed a project material reuse program, that consisted of using leftover paper, adhesives, PS boards, and binding wires to develop new products. and Abbott, where she worked in the package development department. To Zcash have already created discord Brasil and Global banners, image compositions, and informative artworks, for Instagram and Twitter, POAPs, translated to Portuguese Oficial Zcash English materials to post on social media, created gifts to NFT Rio, Blockchain Rio, Bit in Rio events. New logo to Zcash Brazil and Zec Hub.

@e-zec: a community moderator who worked in many communities and now he is helping the Zcash Brazil Community.

@Samaraanni: Graduated in business administration from Humber College (Canada) - will be working on public relations, a person who will lead international interviews with the Zcash (ECC, ZF, ZG) teams and community.

@james_katz is an active member of the Brazilian community and in the Zcash forums, with many contributions. He was funded by the minor grants program from the Zcash Foundation and is scheduled to be added as a ZCAP member.

Examples of such tools are a few Discord bots we developed. Some of them are:

• Dizzy wallet, ZecQuiz, Zecstatus, zec halving, ZecGPT.

The work done isn’t limited to Discord, many other projects were done:

• Zcash RPC documentation (https://zcash-rpc.vercel.app/)

• This is a website James made to help developers read the Zcashd RPC documentation more easily.

• Zcash halving countdown API (GitHub - james-katz/zcash-halving-countdown: Simple zcash halving countdown)

• This is an API that can help developers and websites keep an accurate track of Zcash blockchain height next halving block and estimated date.

• ZecFaucet (https://zecfaucet.com)

• This was intended as a test, but was a huge success, it’s trendy to introduce Zcash to new people, and its main purpose is to onboard new Zcash users.

James also developed a zingolib wrapper (GitHub - james-katz/zingolib-wrapper) that developers can use to integrate zingolib functionality in their code using node.js / javascript.

Description of Problem or Opportunity:

Cryptocurrency is important in Brazil for several reasons. Firstly, it provides an alternative financial system for individuals who may be excluded from traditional banking services, offering financial inclusion to a significant portion of the population. Additionally, Brazil has faced economic instability and high inflation in the past, leading people to seek more stable and decentralized assets like cryptocurrencies as a store of value. The country also grapples with a complex banking infrastructure, and cryptocurrencies offer a more accessible and efficient means of transferring funds domestically and internationally. Moreover, the decentralized nature of cryptocurrencies aligns with the desire for greater financial autonomy and privacy. As Brazil navigates economic challenges and seeks innovative solutions, the growing importance of cryptocurrencies reflects a shift towards more inclusive and resilient financial systems.

Zcash could offer several advantages for individuals and businesses in Brazil. One key benefit is enhanced privacy and anonymity features. In a country where concerns about financial privacy are significant, Zcash’s technology, which allows for shielded transactions, could appeal to users seeking a more confidential and secure financial experience.

Moreover, Zcash’s privacy features can contribute to a more fungible and censorship-resistant financial system. In a country with a history of economic volatility and currency devaluation, accessing a cryptocurrency that prioritizes privacy can be valuable for individuals looking to protect their wealth.

Additionally, Zcash could serve as a useful tool for businesses engaged in international trade or remittances. The cryptocurrency’s borderless nature and relatively faster transaction times compared to traditional banking systems could streamline cross-border transactions, providing an alternative to the often cumbersome and costly international transfer processes.

However, it’s crucial to note that regulatory considerations, education on the responsible use of privacy-focused cryptocurrencies, and addressing any potential misuse concerns would be essential for the successful integration of Zcash or any privacy-centric cryptocurrency into the Brazilian financial landscape.

Proposed Solution: Describe the solution at a high level.

Who is contributing to this: The Zcash Brazil Team comprises 7 members: @Michae2xl, @Iogy, @Minevg, @vito, @E-zec, @james_katz, @Samaraanni

Brazilian Development Fund: This fund is focused on supporting the development of Zcash-related projects and technology at Brazil/global community levels. It can finance initiatives that advance Zcash’s technical capabilities, scalability, and overall infrastructure.
Brazilian Design Fund: The Design Fund aims to enhance the visual and user experience aspects of Zcash, including wallet interfaces, branding, and educational materials. It focuses on creating a compelling and user-friendly Zcash experience.
Brazilian Operations Fund: The Operations Fund is designed to cover the operational needs of Zcash Brazil. It can support various activities, events, and functions necessary for the smooth operation of Zcash initiatives in the country.

Brazilian Development Fund:

Having a Zcash Brazilian Development Fund is an excellent opportunity to support the growth and development of the Zcash ecosystem in Brazil and globally.

We are interested in utilizing it to support initiatives related to Zcash or blockchain technology, there are several ways you can consider leveraging the fund.

Zcash Development Documentation in Portuguese: Creation and maintenance of comprehensive documentation for Zcash development. This resource can serve as a valuable reference for developers looking to work with Zcash.

Community Outreach and Awareness: Allocate funds to raise awareness about Zcash and blockchain technology, educating the public and businesses about the benefits and potential use cases.

Past Work:

During the year 2023/ Q1 2024 with a contribution from the developer James Katz, which created many tools for education and engagement for the Zcash community in Brazil and worldwide.

James Katz is an active member of the Brazilian community and in the Zcash forums, with many contributions. He was funded by the minor grants program from the Zcash Foundation and is scheduled to be added as a ZCAP member.

Examples of such tools are a few Discord bots we developed. Some of them are:

ZecQuiz
The trivia bot for Discord. It contains a database of questions about Zcash, curated by the Zcash Brasil Team.
ZecGPT

ZecGPT is a bot that integrates OpenAI’s get-4 model for helping all users on Zcash discord servers.

The work done isn’t limited to Discord, many other projects were done:

Zcash RPC documentation (https://zcash-rpc.vercel.app/)
This is a website James made to help developers read the Zcashd RPC documentation more easily.
Zcash halving countdown API (GitHub - james-katz/zcash-halving-countdown: Simple zcash halving countdown)
This is an API that can help developers and websites keep an accurate track of the Zcash blockchain height next halving block and estimated date.
ZecFaucet (https://zecfaucet.com)
This was intended as a test, but was a huge success, it’s very popular to introduce Zcash to new people, its main purpose is to onboard new Zcash users.

James also received funding from the Zcash Foundation Minor Grants program, mainly to develop a Discord custodial wallet, jokingly called Dizzy (as in DZ – Discord Zcash). This bot was the first discord bot that allowed shielded transactions as deposits and withdrawals. Users can tip each other, play games like Hangman, and earn fractions of ZEC. This is a huge incentive for user engagement and is a huge success. James also developed a zingolib wrapper (GitHub - james-katz/zingolib-wrapper) that developers can use to integrate zingolib functionality in their code using node.js / javascript.

Future Plans:

For 2024 we have plans for the development of new ideas, support, and maintenance of the great work we have done so far.

All service tools will be supported and maintained during 2024. Some services are costly and require great care to keep running.

Also, new ideas are on the horizon, few examples:

LiveZEC (temporary name)
A plugin for OBS and Streamyard that will allow streamers on different platforms to accept $ZEC donations. The donations will accompanied by a message using the memo field. This message will be displayed on the streamer keep screen, and optionally, the plugin will speak the message out loud. We believe this will give ZEC a huge boost in popularity since any streamer will be able to use this tool.
Zcash Vending Machine at events
James’ minor grant also funded the creation of a proof of concept Vending machine that accepts ZEC as payment. We want to showcase this machine at events during 2024, demonstrating and explaining block times, and shielded payments, and introducing users to Zcash.
Electronic games
A popular gadget showcased in presential events is electronic games like a roulette game. We plan to build all sorts of interactive gadgets.

We’re also planning to have an independent Developers Fund, to fund and incentivize community members, as such:

Translation
This could be helpful in translating Zcash documentation, translating wallets, and so on…
Documentation
Write documentation about the Zcash libraries and ecosystem, helping new developers find out about Zcash development. Fund

As expected, developing, hosting, and maintaining these projects aren’t cheap. The main costs are cloud computing hosting and API keys:

All discord bots - Costs for hosting the bots roughly add up to $80 ~ USD 100 / month. But we plan to upgrade from Lightsail to a more robust AWS instance.

Brazilian Design Fund

Having a Zcash Design Development Fund provides a unique opportunity to support and enhance the design aspects of Zcash with visual experiences that facilitate interaction, engagement, and communication between community members. It involves applying design principles to make the community experience more enjoyable, functional, and effective.

Zcash Marketing Campaigns on Social Media: Create design materials including banners, posters, and graphics for social media (Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Odisee, Discord, Pod Cast) and marketing campaigns that highlight the advantages of Zcash in terms of privacy and security. Edit audio-visual material created at events.

Continuation of the educational campaign with Zoe, an AI-generated avatar chosen by the community.

Support international projects such as ZecHub and AFV Club - (report attached)

Support at events and meet-ups: Onboard, and network with other privacy-related projects, focused on welcoming new members to the community and new partnerships.

Gift Material for Events: Design giveaways to promote Zcash at events. Research new gifts, which would be most efficient for the type of event and price quotes.

The objective of the gift is to bring back memories of the brand and the event, build loyalty, engage, and satisfy the recipient.

Zcash User Onboarding Tutorials: Create videos, and step-by-step graphical guides for beginners to learn about Zcash addresses, how to set up and use wallets, send transactions, and protect your privacy.

Presentation tutorials to ZecHub, ZF AV Club, and the entire ecosystem.

Educational Visual Materials: Create educational materials such as infographics, videos, and interactive tutorials to help educate the public in Brazil about the benefits of Zcash and how to use it safely.

Privacy Awareness Campaigns: Fund projects to create campaigns that raise awareness about the importance of privacy in financial transactions and how Zcash’s privacy features can benefit users in Brazil.

Cryptocurrency Design Workshops: Organize design workshops and training programs in Brazil to empower local designers and developers to create innovative solutions for the cryptocurrency space.

Community Involvement: Create simple design tasks for community engagement and involvement with the educational material produced, based on the knowledge passed in the workshops, making it possible to explore the individual talent of each member.

Collaborate with designers to create graphics and visual content for community engagement efforts such as community forums, newsletters, and social media groups.

Support the community manager in activities that require design pieces.

Support the developer with design material for the developed products.

Designer Bags: Create design scholarships or grants that allow aspiring designers in Brazil to focus on cryptocurrency-related design projects and research.

Redesign of Zcash Global on Discord: Create new room banners to modernize and add those arts to the other language that joined the server.

Brazilian Operations Fund:

Opportunity to promote and support the growth of Zcash within the country!

Community Support and Engagement: Establish and maintain a support network for Zcash users and enthusiasts in Brazil, providing assistance and information about Zcash.

Partnerships and Collaborations: Seeking more partnerships as usual.

Social Media and Content Creation: Developing a strong online presence through social media channels and content creation. Regularly update websites, blogs, and social media profiles with Zcash-related content.

Research and Reports: Commission or fund research studies and reports that explore the potential use cases and impact of Zcash in the Brazilian economy and society.

Advocacy and Outreach: Advocate for Zcash within local and national forums, conferences, and discussions about blockchain technology, privacy, and financial innovation in Brazil.

Merchant Adoption Programs: Establish incentive programs to encourage businesses in Brazil to accept Zcash as a form of payment, providing them with training and resources for integration.

Awareness Campaigns: Launch marketing and awareness campaigns to inform the public about the benefits of Zcash and cryptocurrency usage, focusing on financial privacy and security. Vito is also committed to continuing his work in translation and article writing about Zcash in Portuguese, alongside his video editing tasks.

@Vito in particular is tasked with managing Zcash ecosystem relationships for the Brazil team. His duties include arranging meetings and community calls with both Zcash ecosystem participants as well as other outside protocols & teams, both in Portuguese and English, and maintaining collaboration with entities like ZCG, ZF, ECC, and others. Additionally, Vito is responsible for maintaining our Discord server, which involves adding new bots, organizing communities, and fostering growth in Zcash Global.

Moreover, Vito’s key objectives include close collaboration with entities such as ZecHub, ZF A/V (led by Ryan Taylor), and the Zcash Foundation (decentralistdan). He will contribute by running social media, producing/editing videos and newsletters, and providing content and workshops in both Portuguese and English.

@Vito is also committed to continuing his work in translation and article writing about Zcash in Portuguese, alongside his video editing tasks.

Community Involvement: The team will lead in organizing monthly activities and events within the community to ensure the continuous development and growth of Zcash protocol knowledge.

Monthly Educational Activities: The team will create a structured calendar of educational events focusing on privacy and the Zcash protocol. We will allocate a budget for community incentives, including competitions such as meme contests, monthly quizzes, poker, and logic games, possibly involving cryptography with James’ assistance.

We will also prioritize the production of translations for Zcash documents and content to cater to the Brazilian community.

Moderation Services: The team will provide daily monitoring of the server to maintain a respectful and educational atmosphere for all community members, daily onboarding for new community members, ensuring that their understanding and development within the community are clear and continuous, actively participate in the coordination of community calls with other community members.

Solution Format: What is the exact form of the final deliverable you’re creating?

• Expansion of Zcash in Brazil. Community management and moderation.

• Creation and Presence at face-to-face and online events. Interviewing partners, including in English.

• Creation of content about Zcash and new art made by our design team, in which it is referenced.

• Active translations of Zcash articles.

• Creation and participation in podcasts about privacy and Zcash.

• Presence in the main social media, always aiming to increase the media.

• AMA creation and participation in AMAs.

• Delivering items to the community like TIPs in ZEC, POAPs, and giveaways in general.

• Creation of Events to teach new people about Zcash

• Zcash Tutorials

Technical Approach: Dive into the how of your project. Describe your approaches, components, workflows, methodology, etc. Bullet points and diagrams are appreciated!

• Participation in local events and online calls, interviews, meetings, etc.

• Shorts videos on Youtube, Odysee, etc.

• Translation of official docs, e.g: ECC, Zcash Foundation, ZCG, Zechub and etc.

• Community management and moderation on Discord, Twitter, Youtube, Odysee, Telegram, and other channels.

• Support for newcomers.

• Continue to expand our education programs.

• Continue to expand our community in more regions of Brazil.

Dependencies: What external entities is your project dependent on? What involvement is required from ZF, ECC, and/or other external organizations? Who would have to incorporate your work in order for it to be usable?

Our community is not dependent on external entities.

Execution risks: What obstacles do you expect? What is most likely to go wrong? Which unknown factors could jeopardize success? Who would have to incorporate your work in order for it to be usable?

There are no execution risks because @michae2xl is the current ambassador and the team is already delivering high-quality work.

Unintended Consequences: What are the negative ramifications if your project is successful? Consider usability, stability, privacy, integrity, availability, decentralization, interoperability, maintainability, technical debt, requisite education, etc.

N/A

Evaluation plan: What metrics for success will you share with the community once you’re done? In addition to quantitative metrics, what qualitative metrics will you commit to report?

Zcash Brazil is growing with a presence in local events, the internet, and social media, see below the numbers of our current platforms that started from scratch.

• All our growth and work will be shared with the Zcash community.

• All our art, code, and work will be open-source and free to use.

Social Media:

• Discord (Zcash Global) → Zcash Global

• Twitter (@zcashbrazil) → https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil

• Instagram (@zcashbrazil) photos and videos → Zcash Brasil (@zcashbrazil) • Instagram photos and videos

• Youtube → https://www.youtube.com/@zcashbrasil

• Substack (Zcash Brazil) → Zcash Brasil | Substack

• Substack (ZecHub) → ZecHub Brasil | Substack

• Odysee → Zcash Brasil

Hardware/Software total budget:

$0.00 USD

Please provide justification for the total hardware/software budget:

N/A

Services total budget (cloud, hosting, etc.):

$0.00 USD

Please provide justification for the total services budget:

N/A

Compensation total budget:

$16800.00 USD

Please provide justification for the total compensation budget:

The estimated budget for Zcash Global <> Brazil Q2 2024
Here is the first breakdown, but it can change over time due to management and delivery for each member.

Ezec: 800$
Iogy: 900$
James: 1000$
Mine: 900$
Michael: 1000$
Vito: 1000$

Total 5600$

Do you require startup funding?

No

Milestone 1 - estimated completion date:

04/30/2024

Milestone 1 - USD value of payout upon completion of deliverables:

$5600.00

Deliverable 1.1

Zcash Team Report

Milestone 2 - estimated completion date:

05/31/2024

Milestone 2 - USD value of payout upon completion of deliverables:

$5600.00

Deliverable 2.1

Zcash Team Report

Milestone 3 - USD value of payout upon completion of deliverables:

$5600.00

Milestone 3 - estimated completion date:

06/30/2024

Deliverable 3.1

Zcash Team Report

Total proposed USD value of grant:

$16800.00

How was the project timeline determined?

The work will be done and delivered during Q2 of 2024 - 3 months.

All payments will be monthly after the report with all deliveries.

Application submission date:

03/22/2024

E-zec · March 21, 2024, 3:37pm

I’m sure we will do hard work to continue growing the project and bring more and more tools and usability to zec! Count me in!

dismad · March 21, 2024, 5:11pm

Strong approval from me, The Zcash Brazil team is awesome, I love everything you guys/gals are doing.

Iogy · March 21, 2024, 5:19pm

Ty! There is no hype, clickbait and misinformation here.
We are for education, growth and exchanges between the ecosystems created by us Zcashers. I am sure that this team is committed to the values of the protocol and the work to be done.

ryan.taylor · March 22, 2024, 4:44am

Personally, as someone who has been working very closely with this team, I don’t think the monthly salaries are fair, considering how much work they are doing and the quality of their work.

Double the monthly payments and double the timeframe.

Michae2xl · March 28, 2024, 8:10pm

We are thrilled to announce that we have achieved our 3 milestone of 2024.

Our team is currently working on developing new educational initiatives and code projects as part of our routine.

We are planning to provide support to two or three new individuals shortly, as we strongly believe in expanding our community and fostering the growth and development of our members for the betterment of the Zcash ecosystem - that is why we want to continue contributing to Zcash Global <> Brazil: Zcash Global <> Zcash Brazil - #23 by Michae2xl

Milestone 3 - estimated completion date: 03/31/2024

Design Team @iogy / @Mine

My First Zcash

My First Zcash Book - Art Direction and Diagramation (ongoing)

Twitter | Instagram | Substack

Video Announcement of Meme Contest Winners

https://x.com/zcashbrazil/status/1760098910104965565

ZECWEEKLY

Banner#84

https://x.com/zcashbrazil/status/1764761735578144842

Banner#85

https://x.com/zcashbrazil/status/1767215617868759246?s=20
ZecWeekly #85 - by ZecHub Brasil and Zcash Brasil

Banner#86

https://x.com/ZecHub/status/1769464086088040902?s=20
ZecWeekly #86 - by ZecHub Brasil and Zcash Brasil

#86

ZecWeekly #86 - by ZecHub Brasil and Zcash Brasil

Banner#87

https://x.com/ZecHub/status/1772006388744475124

Banner#87_english version

https://x.com/zcashbrazil/status/1772302800958976306?s=20
ZecWeekly #87 - by ZecHub Brasil and Zcash Brasil

WEEKLY CALLS

Weeklycall #8

Weekly Call #8 📞 - by Zcash Brasil - Zcash’s Substack

Banner #09
Weeklycall
https://x.com/zcashbrazil/status/1765091491729256754?s=20

Banner #10

https://x.com/zcashbrazil/status/1772368814644027805?s=20

Banner Atualização Frost

https://x.com/zcashbrazil/status/1765470714004459875?s=20

Woman´s Day Celebration Video

https://x.com/zcashbrazil/status/1766392442176053430?s=20
Zcash Brasil on Instagram: "Feliz dias da Mulheres 💛"

Banner Zcash Quiz

https://x.com/zcashbrazil/status/1766546373472641324?s=20
Quizz - Zcash Brasil 🤓 - by Zcash Brasil

Banner Arborist Call #72, #73

https://x.com/zcashbrazil/status/1767596285022896451?s=20
*https://x.com/zcashbrazil/status/1772695326652031230?s=20
Arborist Call #73 | Atualizações do Protocolo Zcash
Arborist Call #72 - Atualizações do Protocolo Zcash

1 Year Zcon Vozes Brazil Weekly Call

https://x.com/zcashbrazil/status/1769780173166026890?s=20
Zcash Brasil on Instagram: "No dia 21/03, às 19h, estaremos nos reunindo para celebrarmos 1 ano da Zcon Vozes que aconteceu no dia 18/03/2023 no museu do amanhã - RJ. Será um bate-papo descontraído para relembrarmos tudo sobre o evento e nos divertirmos juntos, com participações dos convidados e a patrocinadora do evento, Zcash Foundation. Contamos com a presença de vocês!"

Zcon Vozes Celebration Video

https://x.com/zcashbrazil/status/1770810913865539947?s=20

Banner Announcement Transparent Zcash Transactions on Brave

https://x.com/zcashbrazil/status/1772673494339244112?s=20
Zcash Brasil on Instagram: "Zcash Transparente na Brave Wallet! 🦓 Fique atento às próximas atualizações com suporte total para Transações Blindadas."

Zebra Launcher Article Banner (x, Instagram and announcement on Discord format)

Introduzindo o Zebra Launcher - by Zcash Brasil

Zebra Node Launcher Banner

https://x.com/zcashbrazil/status/1773084509199630460?s=20
Introduzindo o Zebra Launcher - by Zcash Brasil

Spanish version

English version

Youtube

Translations

Zcash Oficial Videos - Perspectives series

Sean Bowe

https://youtu.be/4FYJ8kUSAdQ?si=tjaE9MxDh_tQmtFH

Linda Xie

https://youtu.be/83wyFIZTxDQ?si=EZeoqUBT1DrJtgMa

Jill Carlson

https://youtu.be/dHyIgBEasIs?si=_jkNqs-NOMt0Ce-3

How to buy something with Zcash!

Zcon Vozes

The Smith - ShapeShift

https://youtu.be/XgDSKjuHMCg?si=wwTtw7a24YniXThE

Isabela - Thor

https://youtu.be/eCDNR1x7PM4?si=UQP3LUU-HTLklja-

João Kury | Guiriba - Daos and Privacy

https://youtu.be/v6eHbJCaLHE?si=c9Givs4cD2ayd-52

Vitor - Tornadocash and Privacy

Vitor Piu - The Good, the Bad, and the Inconvenient.

Sebastian Wain - Web3 Security Overview

Highlights Zcon Vozes 1 year!
Screenshot 2024-03-19 182408

WEEKLYCALLs RECORDING

James Katz dev Report: Zcash Brazil - March 2024

LiveZEC Documentation

LiveZEC (working title) will be a service that will allow streamers from any platform (through OBS Studio / Stream Yard plugins) to receive donations directly in $ZEC. The donations will be displayed as an overlay on the streamer’s screen.
The documentation for this project is done and ready for implementation.

VPC hosting and API Keys

Many services maintained by James Katz depend on VPC hosting and API keys. All of these service payments are up to date. Currently, these services are:

3 Amazon AWS / LightSail instances
OpenAI API key
The OpenAI usage quota was exceeded this month, and James had to buy credits for the services to get back online.

Dizzy support and maintenance

Dizzy is the discord bot for micropayments.
James provided support for Discord users.
No major

Zingolib-wrapper and ZecFaucet work

James’ zingolib-wrapper, which is the backend for ZecFaucet, went through a rewrite, utilizing the most recent version of Zingolabs’ zingolib. This JavaScript wrapper will be the backend for future projects.

@vito PR report, @vitozkp is also helping zechub on media socials.

HackMD - Collaborative Markdown Knowledge Base

NOTE: The report will be edited as soon as finished.

@E-zec CM report:

I maintain full-time moderation of the server, assisting members of the community with doubts and onboarding them with all the new updates of the Zcash protocol.

Production

Created our quiz based on Zechub’s videos: ZecQuiz Zechub Videos

Zcash Brazil Meeting Minutes

05/03/024: Meeting Notes
12/03/024: Meeting Notes

Introduction for Zcon Voices Brazil YouTube Videos

Created an introduction for Zcon Voices Brazil YouTube videos: Introduction

Brainstorming Session

Collaborated with hhanh00 and zerodart on Discord to fix the Ywallet keyboard issue, successfully resolved.

Weekly Call #8

Led discussions in Weekly Call #8 with Vito, Michael, and iogy:

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ZecQuiz Zechub Videos Application

Developed ZecQuiz Zechub Videos application with the help of iogy and Michael:

Weekly Call #9

Led discussions in Weekly Call #9 with Michael, Vito, and iogy:

One-Year Zcon Voices Presentation

Presented the one-year Zcon Voices celebration with Vito, Michael, and iogy:

Social media metrics:

https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil - 1233 zcashers
Earned 15 new followers this month.
Zcash Global - 1587 zcashers
Earned 101 members this month.
https://www.instagram.com/zcashbrasil/ - 759 zcashers.
Earned -13 members this month.

NOTE: We also have ZechubBrazil channels, YouTube, Podcast, Hive, Odysee, and Substack channels, threads, and others.

Milestone 3 - USD value of payout upon completion of deliverables:

Zcash Brazil Team compensation:

@james_katz Dev: 1000$
@vito PR: 1000$
@Minevg Design: 900$
@Iogy Design: 900$
@E-zec CM & Moderator: 800$
@Michae2xl Ambassador: 1000$

Total: $5600

(You will be paid out in ZEC based on the USD market price at payout time.)

For all Zcash Community:

Our art, code, and work are open-source and free to use.

Thank you so much!

Deliverable 3.1: Zcash Brazil team report: Done.

ZcashFoundation · April 3, 2024, 5:56pm

@Michae2xl at the most recent meeting, the @ZcashGrants Committee voted to approve this proposal and has requested that you provide monthly updates via the forum in this thread.

Michae2xl · April 3, 2024, 6:17pm

Thank you very much for your confidence, our team will always be available to collaborate with everyone in the Zcash community! Just letting you know, the news is coming!

Obrigado, Zcash Brazil!

vito · April 3, 2024, 6:37pm

Thank you all for your trust. We are excited to continue on this journey!

Uplift!

james_katz · April 3, 2024, 6:40pm

Great news!
Thank you guys for your support. We’re always trying to do our best, and I believe we’re doing just that.

Michae2xl · April 28, 2024, 5:47pm

We are thrilled to announce that we have achieved our 4 milestone of 2024.

First, I would like to thank you for the opportunity to continue supporting Zcash in Brazil for the next 3 months.

This month brought 2 new members to our ecosystems, they are two new women who will help us.

Cristinycr, a junior Python dashboard, and bot developer is learning to code smart contracts in Solidity.
AAmandita_ - Web3 expert, member Banklessbr / Adastra

Milestone 4 - estimated completion date: 04/30/2024

Design Team iogy / Mine

My First Zcash

In addition to the art direction, this month the design team got even more involved with this beautiful project, bringing ideas, developing the project logo, making page layouts, generating AI images, and making adjustments that are now in the final phase, so this final stage of the layout will be a surprise and will be presented at ZconV.
See you at Zcon V!

TWITTER / INSTAGRAM

Portuguese Translation of ZconV

– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1784306711362183340

– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1783931264946389232
– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1783498810238394767
– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1783149059483545634
– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1782494843077283950
– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1781452806047600938
– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1782797126612750707

Presentation Zcon V Post

https://www.instagram.com/p/C6R0HCZOJSf/?igsh=czV4ZjI2cG4xZ3Jn&img_index=2

Privacy is Normal Manifesto Translation to Portuguese and Spanish

– Zcash Brasil on Instagram: "Manifesto - Privacidade é normal! #Zcash"
– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1782901062849982610
– https://x.com/zcashesp/status/1745982664144752945

Community Call Zashi, Launcher, ZSAs, Brave- Video Translation
– https://twitter.com/pedamerico/status/1773426157628645780

Weekly Call #11

– https://twitter.com/pedamerico/status/1775207358550933571

Weekly Call #12

– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1778067272621297801
– Zcash Brasil on Instagram: "Weekly Call #12"

Weekly Call #13

– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1782815168742748217
– Zcash Brasil on Instagram: "Zm, Zcashers! 💛 Weekly Call v13 vem recheada de novidades, teremos um bate-papo rápido com as últimas notícias das 2 ultimas semanas. • Data: 25/04/2024 • Horário: 19h • Sala: 🌎╏Zcash Brasil"

Zcash Quiz
– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1782935170418360625

Twitter Spaces - Airdrop and Privacy About

– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1778555172110655901
– Zcash Brasil on Instagram: "Explorando o Universo do Airdrop: Como Proteger a Privacidade em Tempos Digitais! Junte-se a nós no dia 18 de abril às 19h para uma conversa reveladora sobre os AirDrops."

ECC Transparency Report Banner and Translation to Portuguese

– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1783599296752890227

Foundation Transparency Report Translation to Portuguese

– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1781410916736622689

ZecWeekly #88 Layout in Portuguese, English and Spanish

– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1774832463933497490

ZecWeekly #89 Layout in Portuguese, English and Spanish

– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1777418239355605262

ZecWeekly #90 Layout in Portuguese, English and Spanish

– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1779933606955106710

ZecWeekly #91 Layout in Portuguese, English and Spanish

– https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil/status/1782477089939013896

DISCORD

WeeklyCall Discord Banner

– Discord

Banners Substack Articles

WeeklyCall #11

WeeklyCall #12

WeeklyCall #13

Foundation´s Transparency Report

ZconV Seasonal Items

Server Icon

Banner Discord

– Zcash Global

James Katz dev Report: Zcash Brazil - April 2024

VPC hosting and API Keys

Many services maintained by James Katz depend on VPC hosting and API keys. All of these service payments are up to date. Currently, these services are:

3 Amazon AWS / LightSail instances
OpenAI API key

Dizzy support and maintenance

Dizzy is the discord bot for micropayments.
James provided support for Discord users.

ZecFaucet

ZecFaucet’s website SSL certificate needed to be renewed this month.
Now ZecFaucet has a paragraph recommending the Zashi wallet.
This month ZecFaucet achieved the milestone of 10000 claims, distributing 5+ $ZEC to its users.

Vito PR report, Vito is also helping zechub on media socials.

Weekly Call #11

Topics:

ECC Updates - 29/03
Zcash Funding Bloc - Josh’s Proposal
ZCG Meeting Minutes - 18/03
ZconV - Register now

Links

Weekly Call 12

Topics

Zcash x Namada Shielded Airdrop | Updates
ECC Update + Report Q3 2023
Free2Z - Earn ZEC Writing Articles
ZCG Meeting Minutes 04/04/2024 (Updates)

Links

Weekly Call #13

Topics

Zcash Foundation - Report Q4 2023
ECC Roadmap + Updates
Arborist Call + Dedicated to NU6 & NU7
ZconV - Speakers + Berlin

Links

ECC Report - Q3 2023 in PT

Zcash Foundation - Q4 2023 in PT

We translated and Restreamed Arborist Call on Zcash Global

Arborist Call #74

Arborist Call #75

We announce ZconV to the Brazilian community and cover it by posting the speakers and any updates in the ┊zconv room

ZecWeekly Translated

ZecWeekly 88

ZecWeekly 89

ZecWeekly 90

ZecWeekly 91

We repost all important updates in the #┊znews room

Maintenance and support are constantly being carried out to make Zcash Global the most welcoming place for everyone. We are reducing rooms, making them more intuitive and strengthening our security against scammers.

E-zec CM report:

I maintain full-time moderation of the server, assisting members of the community with doubts and onboarding them with all the new updates of the Zcash protocol.

Onboarding of New Members: Integration of new members who joined the community since last month.
Continuous Moderation of the Zcash Server: Ongoing maintenance and management of the Zcash server.
Development of the Monthly Quiz: Creation of the monthly quiz for the community.

Assembly of the FAQ Site Zcash Brazil: Construction and organization of the Zcash Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) site for Brazil.

atividade pistas em ZKP

"Clues in ZKP activity: This activity involves providing clues related to Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKP) to enhance understanding and engagement within the community.
Weekly Call #11
- YouTube Link
- Conducted the weekly call with Vito, Michael, and iogy.

Weekly Call #12
- YouTube Link
- Conducted the weekly call with Vito, Michael, and iogy.

Weekly Call #13
- YouTube Link
Conducted the weekly call with Vito, Michael, and iogy. (Link will be added once available)

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Other Activities

Zcash Quiz
- Implemented the Zcash quiz activity with iogy.

Social media metrics:

https://twitter.com/zcashbrazil - 1249 zcashers
Earned 16 new followers this month.
Zcash Global - 1725 zcashers
Earned 138 members this month.
https://www.instagram.com/zcashbrasil/ - 757 zcashers.
Earned -2 members this month.

NOTE: We also have ZechubBrazil channels, YouTube, Podcast, Hive, Odysee, and Substack channels, threads, and others.

Milestone 4 - USD value of payout upon completion of deliverables:

Zcash Brazil Team compensation:

@james_katz Dev: 1000$
@vito PR: 1000$
@Minevg Design: 900$
@Iogy Design: 900$
@E-zec CM & Moderator: 800$
@Michae2xl Ambassador: 1000$

Total: $5600

(You will be paid out in ZEC based on the USD market price at payout time.)

For all Zcash Community:

Our art, code, and work are open-source and free to use.

Thank you so much!

Deliverable 4.1: Zcash Brazil team report: Done.

Michae2xl · May 30, 2024, 11:24pm

We are thrilled to announce that we have achieved our 5 milestone of 2024.

Milestone 5 - estimated completion date: 05/31/2024

Design Team iogy / Mine

My First Zcash

Version 1 delivered! We were very happy with the result. It was an intense project, this month in particular even more intense with the final line knocking on the door. Revisions, adjustments, and more revisions were made to deliver an extremely educational book that is visually interesting and designed for the target audience.

Flippingbook

ZconV

Live streaming on ZcashBrasil Youtube channel and Discord Global Server plus Speach logger simultaneous translation streaming

– https://www.youtube.com/live/eJTNaRrGBrU?si=CBTNEbA2_PRrSyrv
– x.com
– x.com

Shorts edition
– x.com

Speaker banner translation

– x.com
– x.com

Zpaces - Amandita (Bankless BR) With João Cury (Modular Crypto) - Get to know Zero Knowledge Proof

— x.com

Teasers

– x.com
– x.com
– x.com

Zpaces

– x.com

Teasers

– x.com

Banner - We want to hear you - Dev Fund Poll

– x.com

ZecWeekly covers in Portuguese, English, Spanish and Russian

ZecWeekly #94

– x.com

ZecWeekly #95

– x.com

ZecWeekly #96

– x.com

WeeklyCall Banners

Weekly Call #15

– x.com

WeeklyCall #16

– x.com

Weekly Call #17

– x.com

Wallets Workshop Banner

– x.com

YWallet update tutorial

Tutorial Deposit and Withdraw ZEC in exchanges

– x.com
https://youtu.be/7BSBXkkRLJY?si=iAzpMs6vMc9fFLxN

Substack Article Banners

CoinEx Pizza Day event Participation

Stickers

Youtube

Translation of Zcash official videos

YWALLET Update Tutorial - Swaps

Mini Workshop - Zashi & yWallet (TEX on Binance)

Zcash Global Discord Server animated icon

James Katz dev Report: Zcash Brazil - May 2024

VPC hosting and API Keys

Many services maintained by James Katz depend on VPC hosting and API keys. All of these service payments are up to date. Currently, these services are:

3 Amazon AWS / LightSail instances
OpenAI API key
Dizzy support and maintenance

Dizzy is the discord bot for micropayments.
James provided support for Discord users.
A few withdraws needed manual revision, apparently Dizzy is having trouble with some UA addresses from YWallet.
Withdraws to transparent addresses were temporarily disabled due to Binance rejecting de-shielding transactions.

ZecFaucet

The ZecFaucet front was completely rewritten in React.js by our community member Jhonattan Ferri. James reviewed the code and updated the ZecFaucet website.

MLSpamBot

A machine learning bot was created to help prevent and control spam messages on our discord server. The bot is being trained with specific messages from the community. With this, we hope to eliminate spam messages.

Zcash Brasil website

We started working on a new website for Zcash Brasil. This website will be launched soon.

Vito PR report, Vito is also helping zechub on media socials.

We started the month by focusing most of your time on ZconV, helping with simultaneous translations on Discord/Youtube, and helping to manage questions from the community in general May 5-10

This month we had 2 weekly calls and Twitter spaces

Weekly Call #14

ECC Updates + Supposed End of Trademark
Zingo Updates
FPF - Application Result
ZFAV - Activities about ZconV
ZURE - Contribute to the Community with your Feedback

Substack

Free2Z

Odysee

Discord Announcement

Discord Post

Youtube

Weekly Call #15

ZconV
ZCG - Meeting Minutes
Zcash Media Updates
ZClip Competition Winners

Substack

Free2Z

Odysee

Discord Announcement

Discord Post

Weekly News #16

ECC Updates - Where are we going, we don’t need roads
ZCG - Meeting Minutes 13/05
Zcash Media - Posting Schedule
ECC - Proposal for the Dev Fund

Substack

Free2Z

Odysee

Discord Post

Weekly Call #17

Dark Energy - ECC Updates
Dev Fund - Poll

Substack

Free2Z

Odysee

Discord Announcement

Discord Post

We will update the links as soon as the call is held on 05/30

Arborist Call #76

Substack

Free2Z

Odysee

Discord Post EN

Discord Post PT

Arborist Call #77

ZecWeekly #93

Substack

Free2Z

Odysee

Discord Announcement PT

Discord Announcement EN

ZecWeekly #94

Substack

Free2Z

Odysee

Discord Announcement PT

Discord Announcement EN

ZecWeekly #95

Substack

Free2Z

Odysee

Discord Announcement PT

Discord Announcement EN

ZecWeekly #96

Substack

Free2Z

Odysee

Discord Announcement PT

Discord Announcement EN

We are updating the server frequently with custom messages, events, and member support, including a better UX for new users
┊znews

ECC Updates - 3/05/2024

ZCG - Meeting Minutes | 05/08/2024

The Leopard and the Zebra: ECC update for 5/10

Where we’re going, we don’t need roads! ECC Weekly Update

ZCG - Meeting Minutes 13/05/2024

ECC has published a dev fund proposal.

ECC Updates - Dark Energy

This month we also participated as judges in the Clip Contest and are carrying out a user survey to collect the opinion of the Brazilian community on the future of the Dev Fund

E-zec CM report:

Support for Zcash Brazil during ZconV

ZconV Events

Full-time on all event days.
Provide continuous support for participants and organizers of ZconV.

Onboarding New Users

Facilitate the integration and use of Zcash for new users who attended the event.

Zpaces Support

Amanda Cury and Michael.

Technical and operational assistance for Zpaces.
User support and problem resolution.

Weekly Call #15

me, Michael, and Iogy.

Coordination of activities and status updates.

Wallet Workshops

Zashi and Ywallet

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Conduct workshops to educate users on the functionalities and security of Zcash wallets.

Zpaces UAI Support

support with links and community engagement

Regulation and Convenience.
Ensure that Zpaces comply with regulations and provide convenience to users.

Social media metrics:

x.com - 1274 zcashers
Earned 25 new followers this month.
Zcash Global - 1769 zcashers
Earned 44 members this month.
https://www.instagram.com/zcashbrasil/ - 759 zcashers.
Earned 2 members this month.

NOTE: We also have ZechubBrazil channels, YouTube, Podcast, Hive, Odysee, and Substack channels, threads, and others.

Milestone 5 - USD value of payout upon completion of deliverables:

Zcash Brazil Team compensation:

@james_katz Dev: 1000$
@vito PR: 1000$
@Minevg Design: 900$
@Iogy Design: 900$
@E-zec CM & Moderator: 800$
@Michae2xl Ambassador: 1000$

Total: $5600

(You will be paid out in ZEC based on the USD market price at payout time.)

For all Zcash Community:

Our art, code, and work are open-source and free to use.

Thank you so much!

Deliverable 5.1: Zcash Brazil team report: Done.

ryan.taylor · May 31, 2024, 5:03am

The Brazil-based Zcash Global team is too productive @Michae2xl

Your incredible output, every month, makes other Zcash media-making teams look very silly

Keep up the amazing work

Minevg · June 1, 2024, 10:55pm

I love to hear your feedbacks! You know that can always count on us!

skyl · June 2, 2024, 12:51am

Thanks for keeping Free2Z in the loop. I suggest you add a Zcash address to the profile so that the team can receive donations there:

Right now people can only donate 2Zs!

Samaraanni · June 6, 2024, 11:40pm

Heey!!

Dodger · June 7, 2024, 8:14am

A post was merged into an existing topic: Moderation feedback

Michae2xl · June 20, 2024, 8:39pm

Hello Zcash Community!

We are excited to move forward with our new Q3 2024 proposal. During our trip so far, we have always made it a point to stand by our mission: Privacy is an essential, necessary, and standard right.

We look forward to continuing working together with all stakeholders of ZEC to look for opportunities to advance the awareness of the importance of privacy and to continue delivering innovative solutions that enable this fundamental value.

We can be sure that, together, we will manage to continue spreading the message that privacy is normal and is key in any healthy and progressive digital society.

We are very happy to present to you our new Q3 2024 proposal:

Applicant name:

@Michae2xl

Team member name:

@vito, @Iogy, @Minevg, @E-zec, @james_katz

Pitch: A one-liner elevator pitch version of your proposal

This proposal seeks funding to expand Zcash’s presence in Q3 2024.

Total Request (USD):

$16800

Have you previously received a grant from Zcash Community Grants (formerly called ZOMG) or ZF?

Yes

Please provide details:

Zcash Brazil 2024 - Period: April 2024 to June

April: Zcash Global <> Zcash Brazil - #33 by Michae2xl
May: Zcash Global <> Zcash Brazil - #34 by Michae2xl
June: Pending

Zcash Brazil 2024 - Period: Jan 2024 to March

January: Zcash Global <> Zcash Brazil - #14 by Michae2xl
February: Zcash Global <> Zcash Brazil - #17 by Michae2xl
March: Zcash Global <> Zcash Brazil - #28 by Michae2xl

Zcash Brazil 2023 - Period: Jan 2023 to December

Are you seeking or have you received funding from other sources for this proposed project?

No

Applicant background:

@Michae2xl (Profile - Michae2xl - Zcash Community Forum): Current Zcash Brazil ambassador, Software Engineer, and Product Owner, known as Michae2xl on social media, has been 7+ years in the crypto space, worked for a DAO as a Community Manager in Brazil & Canada for almost 4 years, and built an NFT index, good expertise as a leader to building communities.

@vito: Victor is a Community/Community Manager he started his journey in 2019, being one of the main ones responsible for the creation and the growth of LBRY/Odysee in Brazil, the biggest video share platform with built-in blockchain in the world. He has also worked on projects for other companies like ShapeShift DAO, Giveth.io 1, Hive, LBRY Nomics, and many others. He joined the Zcash Brasil Team in May of 2022, being responsible for the Discord creation and working with Michael to grow the Zcash Ecosystem in Brazil and educate the community about Privacy and Freedom.

@Iogy: is a 30-year-old, tattooer, designer, and artist, who studied Advertising at college until the seventh period, his hobbies are technology, skateboarding, blockchain, and urban art. He is working to create a visual identity for Zcash Brazil, helping to develop the server banners and logo for social media. Actions focusing on engagement inside and outside discord such as creating POAPS for events and rewards, memes, emojis, giveaways, marketing actions, and event monitoring aimed at opportunities in general. Looking for good narratives and the best positioning methods to promote Zcash in Brazil, create a good image, and generate trust in the project.

@Minevg: Graduated in graphic design in 2006 at Lozuca Produção Interativa as art director, created graphic pieces for companies such as Exxon Mobile, BG, and Flamengo. Besides that Developed a project material reuse program that used leftover paper, adhesives, PS boards, and binding wires to develop new products. and Abbott, where she worked in the package development department. To Zcash have already created discord Brasil and Global banners, image compositions, and informative artworks, for Instagram and Twitter, POAPs, translated to Portuguese Oficial Zcash English materials to post on social media, created gifts to NFT Rio, Blockchain Rio, Bit in Rio events—new logo to Zcash Brazil and Zec Hub.

@e-zec: a community moderator who worked in many communities and now he is on the Zcash Brazil Community building activities and helping all entities found on the server

@james_katz is an active member of the Brazilian community and in the Zcash forums, with many contributions. He was funded by the minor grants program from the Zcash Foundation and is scheduled to be added as a ZCAP member.

Examples of such tools are a few Discord bots we developed. Some of them are:

• Dizzy wallet, ZecQuiz, Zecstatus, zec halving, ZecGPT.

The work done isn’t limited to Discord, many other projects were done:

• Zcash RPC documentation (https://zcash-rpc.vercel.app/)
• This is a website James made to help developers read the Zcashd RPC documentation more easily.
• Zcash halving countdown API (https://github.com/james-katz/zcash-halving-countdown)
• This is an API that can help developers and websites keep an accurate track of Zcash blockchain height next halving block and estimated date.
• ZecFaucet (https://zecfaucet.com)
• This was intended as a test, but was a huge success, it’s trendy to introduce Zcash to new people, and its main purpose is to onboard new Zcash users.

James also developed a zingolib wrapper (GitHub - james-katz/zingolib-wrapper) that developers can use to integrate zingolib functionality in their code using node.js / javascript.

Description of Problem or Opportunity:

Cryptocurrency is important in Brazil for several reasons. Firstly, it provides an alternative financial system for individuals who may be excluded from traditional banking services, offering financial inclusion to a significant portion of the population. Additionally, Brazil has faced economic instability and high inflation in the past, leading people to seek more stable and decentralized assets like cryptocurrencies as a store of value. The country also grapples with a complex banking infrastructure, and cryptocurrencies offer a more accessible and efficient means of transferring funds domestically and internationally. Moreover, the decentralized nature of cryptocurrencies aligns with the desire for greater financial autonomy and privacy. As Brazil navigates economic challenges and seeks innovative solutions, the growing importance of cryptocurrencies reflects a shift towards more inclusive and resilient financial systems.

Zcash could offer several advantages for individuals and businesses in Brazil. One key benefit is enhanced privacy and anonymity features. In a country where concerns about financial privacy are significant, Zcash’s technology, which allows for shielded transactions, could appeal to users seeking a more confidential and secure financial experience.

Moreover, Zcash’s privacy features can contribute to a more fungible and censorship-resistant financial system. In a country with a history of economic volatility and currency devaluation, accessing a cryptocurrency that prioritizes privacy can be valuable for individuals looking to protect their wealth.

Additionally, Zcash could serve as a useful tool for businesses engaged in international trade or remittances. The cryptocurrency’s borderless nature and relatively faster transaction times compared to traditional banking systems could streamline cross-border transactions, providing an alternative to the often cumbersome and costly international transfer processes.

However, it’s crucial to note that regulatory considerations, education on the responsible use of privacy-focused cryptocurrencies, and addressing any potential misuse concerns would be essential for the successful integration of Zcash or any privacy-centric cryptocurrency into the Brazilian financial landscape.

Proposed Solution: Describe the solution at a high level.

Who is contributing to this: The Zcash Brazil Team comprises 7 members: @Michae2xl, @Iogy, @Minevg, @vito, @E-zec, @james_katz, @Samaraanni

Brazilian Development Fund: This fund is focused on supporting the development of Zcash-related projects and technology at Brazil/global community levels. It can finance initiatives that advance Zcash’s technical capabilities, scalability, and overall infrastructure.
Brazilian Design Fund: The Design Fund aims to enhance the visual and user experience aspects of Zcash, including wallet interfaces, branding, and educational materials. It focuses on creating a compelling and user-friendly Zcash experience.
Brazilian Operations Fund: The Operations Fund is designed to cover the operational needs of Zcash Brazil. It can support various activities, events, and functions necessary for the smooth operation of Zcash initiatives in the country.

Brazilian Development Fund:

Having a Zcash Brazilian Development Fund is an excellent opportunity to support the growth and development of the Zcash ecosystem in Brazil and globally.

We are interested in utilizing it to support initiatives related to Zcash or blockchain technology, there are several ways you can consider leveraging the fund.

Zcash Development Documentation in Portuguese: Creation and maintenance of comprehensive documentation for Zcash development. This resource can serve as a valuable reference for developers looking to work with Zcash.

Community Outreach and Awareness: Allocate funds to raise awareness about Zcash and blockchain technology, educating the public and businesses about the benefits and potential use cases.

Past Work:

During the year 2023/ Q1 2024 with a contribution from the developer James Katz, which created many tools for education and engagement for the Zcash community in Brazil and worldwide.

James Katz is an active member of the Brazilian community and in the Zcash forums, with many contributions. He was funded by the minor grants program from the Zcash Foundation and is scheduled to be added as a ZCAP member.

Examples of such tools are a few Discord bots we developed. Some of them are:

ZecQuiz
The trivia bot for Discord. It contains a database of questions about Zcash, curated by the Zcash Brasil Team.
ZecGPT

ZecGPT is a bot that integrates OpenAI’s get-4 model for helping all users on Zcash discord servers.

The work done isn’t limited to Discord, many other projects were done:

Zcash RPC documentation (https://zcash-rpc.vercel.app/)
This is a website James made to help developers read the Zcashd RPC documentation more easily.
Zcash halving countdown API (https://github.com/james-katz/zcash-halving-countdown)
This is an API that can help developers and websites keep an accurate track of the Zcash blockchain height next halving block and estimated date.
ZecFaucet (https://zecfaucet.com)
This was intended as a test, but was a huge success, it’s very popular to introduce Zcash to new people, and its main purpose is to onboard new Zcash users.

James also received funding from the Zcash Foundation Minor Grants program, mainly to develop a Discord custodial wallet, jokingly called Dizzy (as in DZ – Discord Zcash). This bot was the first discord bot that allowed shielded transactions as deposits and withdrawals. Users can tip each other, play games like Hangman, and earn fractions of ZEC. This is a huge incentive for user engagement and is a huge success. James also developed a zingolib wrapper (GitHub - james-katz/zingolib-wrapper) that developers can use to integrate zingolib functionality in their code using node.js / javascript.

Future Plans:

For 2024 we have plans for the development of new ideas, support, and maintenance of the great work we have done so far.

All services and tools will be supported and maintained during 2024. Some services are costly and require great care to keep running.

Also, new ideas are on the horizon, few examples:

Renewal of Dizzy Bot
Dizzy is the discord bot for Zcash tipping and airdrops. Zcash is evolving and Dizzy will need to be renovated. The backend portion of Dizy will be rewritten using James’ zingo-lib js wrapper.

We’re also planning to have an independent Developers Fund, to fund and incentivize community members, as such:

Translation
This could help translate Zcash documentation, translate wallets, and so on…
Documentation
Write documentation about the Zcash libraries and ecosystem, helping new developers find out about Zcash development. Fund
We plan to have a fund of 5000 USD to be available as a bounty developers fund.

As expected, developing, hosting, and maintaining these projects aren’t cheap. The main costs are cloud computing hosting and API keys:

All discord bots - Costs for hosting the bots roughly add up to $80 ~ USD 100 / month. However, we plan to upgrade from Lightsail to a more robust AWS instance.

Brazilian Design Fund

Having a Zcash Design Development Fund provides a unique opportunity to support and enhance the design aspects of Zcash with visual experiences that facilitate interaction, engagement, and communication between community members. It involves applying design principles to make the community experience more enjoyable, functional, and effective.

Zcash social media marketing campaigns: Create design materials including banners, posters, and graphics for social media (Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Odisee, Discord, Podcast) and marketing campaigns that highlight the privacy advantages of Zcash and security. Edit audiovisual material created at events.

Help @James with the development of the Zcash Brasil website.

Support the growth of projects carried out in the Zcash ecosystem such as ZecHub and ZK Club as well as in their dissemination - (report attached)

Support at events and meetings: Integration and networking with other privacy-related projects, with a focus on welcoming new members to the community and new partnerships.

Event Gift Supplies: Create giveaways to promote Zcash at events. Research new gifts, which would be more efficient for the type of event and price quote.

The objective of the gift is to bring memories of the brand and the event, to build loyalty, engage, and satisfy the recipient.

Zcash User Onboarding Tutorials: Create videos and step-by-step graphical guides for beginners to learn about Zcash addresses, how to set up and use wallets, send transactions, and protect your privacy.

Presentation tutorials for ZecHub, ZF AV Club, and the entire ecosystem.

Educational Visual Materials: Create educational materials such as infographics, videos, and tutorials to help educate the public in Brazil about the benefits of Zcash and how to use it safely.

Privacy Awareness Campaigns: Fund projects to create campaigns that raise awareness about the importance of privacy in financial transactions and how Zcash’s privacy features can benefit users in Brazil.

Cryptocurrency Design Workshops: Organize design workshops and training programs in Brazil to empower local designers and developers to create innovative solutions for the cryptocurrency space.

Workshops with community participation recorded for YouTube:

wallets:
nodes:
decentralized swaps
keys
gift cards
privacy tips