Overview of 7 Major Dapps in the Polkadot Ecosystem DeSo, Music, and Metaverse Fields

Polkadot is transitioning from a "chain-centric" to an "application-centric" approach. Recently, the official Polkadot website launched a Dapp page and introduced various applications in the ecosystem through a series of activities. This article will focus on 7 representative Dapps in the fields of decentralized social ( DeSo ), music, and the Metaverse within the Polkadot ecosystem.

1. Social Applications

MeWe

MeWe is one of the largest decentralized social networks globally, with over 490,000 active users. Since its establishment in 2011, the platform has adhered to the "privacy first" principle, with no advertisements, no user data collection, and no user information disclosure. In January 2024, MeWe successfully migrated 500,000 active users to the Frequency blockchain in the Polkadot ecosystem, marking the largest migration from Web2 to Web3 in scale.

Newly registered users will create a unique on-chain identity "Social Identity" that is universal across all applications in the Social Web. The entire registration and usage process is quite smooth, and users hardly perceive any interaction with the blockchain.

Polkaverse

Polkaverse is the first decentralized social network built on Subsocial. Users can create spaces, post messages, etc., and most operations require consuming SUB tokens or energy. The recently launched staking incentive feature encourages user interaction through SUB rewards.

• Lazy Staking: Users stake SUB to their favorite creators, and both parties receive passive rewards.
• Active Staking: After staking, by liking 10 posts daily, you can increase the total rewards up to 3 times.

Subsocial is a Substrate module that allows anyone to launch their own decentralized social network or community. It currently operates as a Polkadot parachain.

Grill Chat

Grill Chat is a privacy-focused group chat software developed on Subsocial, running on the xSocial chain and storing messages on the IPFS network. After connecting a wallet, more features can be used, such as using NFTs, images, donations, etc. in the chat.

Developers can integrate Grill Chat into existing products as a chat window. As a fully Web3 native product, Grill Chat facilitates the establishment of on-chain communities and user reputation systems, and supports multi-chain interoperability.

2. Music Applications

Beatport.io

Beatport.io is an NFT marketplace focused on electronic music, launched in collaboration between the electronic music platform Beatport and the Aventus chain of the Polkadot ecosystem. The platform has released a series of electronic music-related NFTs, including "sound-reactive NFTs" that combine photography and music.

These NFTs can serve as interactive tools for fans of artists and record companies, providing holders with additional benefits such as early listening to unreleased tracks and discounted ticket prices. Through Aventus, users can log in using their email or Web3 wallet, and it supports credit card and cryptocurrency payments.

Public Pressure

Public Pressure is a Web3 media platform that sells music and digital collectibles in the form of NFTs. The platform was established in 2015 and transformed into a Polkadot-based Web3 platform earlier this year, aiming to drive the music industry towards Web3.

The platform provides artists with the opportunity to interact directly with fans and monetize their works; it opens up emerging digital markets for record companies; and allows fans to become strategic partners of artists. The music NFTs on the platform are verified and protected by KILT, and certification certificates are issued.

Public Pressure has also partnered with Moonsama to launch NFTs featuring three songs that can be used in Web3 games, introducing music as a game element into the Moonsama Multiverse for the first time.

3. Metaverse Applications

Bit.Country

Bit.Country is a Metaverse platform and infrastructure that allows users to quickly create their own Metaverse communities. The platform provides tools such as a land economy system, map engine, video conferencing, NFT marketplace, and customizable 3D world engine.

Creators can establish rules in their own Metaverse, attract members through incentives, create exclusive NFT markets, host events, and distribute rewards. Bit.Country is compatible with various virtual machines, making it easy for developers to deploy existing Dapps or create new applications.

Cosmize

Cosmize is a virtual social platform in the Metaverse on Astar, developed by a company that has been operating in the XR field for 8 years. The platform includes:

• Conference Hall: Hosts large events, accommodating up to 250 participants.
• Private Room: Users can own and decorate their own room, inviting friends to gather.
• Sky City: Central building, where various games and activities can be held.

Cosmize collaborates with multiple Astar ecosystem projects, allowing specific NFT holders to enter the Metaverse with exclusive characters. The platform features beautifully crafted scene modeling, strong character customization, and regularly hosts various events.