Video Brief: Identity Staking V2 and the Co-creation of a Trust Graph on Gitcoin Passport
Context
This is for the Identity Staking V2 launch happening in Q1 2024.
Last updated 2023-10-17
Objective
To create a compelling video that explains how Identity Staking V2 enables Gitcoin Passport holders to contribute to a dynamic trust graph. This trust graph is not only beneficial for Gitcoin but for any developer aiming to establish a network of trustworthy users.
Target Audience
- Existing Gitcoin Passport Holders
- Potential Gitcoin Passport Users
- Developers looking for a trust network
- Crypto-community interested in decentralized trust mechanisms
Key Messages
- What is Identity Staking V2?: A feature that allows you to stake GTC tokens to vouch for your own or someone else's trustworthiness.
- Skin in the Game: Your staked tokens are at risk of being slashed if you or the person you vouched for proves to be untrustworthy, making the network self-regulating.
- Unique Humanity Score: Staking helps increase your Gitcoin Passport Unique Humanity Score, giving you immediate benefits.
- Co-Creation of Trust Graph: By staking, you’re adding nodes to a network of trusted individuals, thereby enriching the trust graph.
- Why This Matters: This trust graph can be used by any developer to quickly identify high-quality, trustworthy users, eliminating the need to build their own trust networks.
- User Agency: You have the power to vouch for others, giving you an active role in the trust ecosystem.
Video Structure
Introduction (10 seconds)
- Passport is an API that lets any EVM-based community defend against bots and fake accounts…with just a few lines of code.
- Web3 security is ever-evolving...and so is Passport.
- Our upgraded Identity Staking credential is a robust, community-driven feature designed to build a “Passport Trust Graph” that helps us fortify Passport’s ability to identify unique humans within the Gitcoin ecosystem.
Building Passport’s Trust Graph
- Stake GTC on yourself to raise your Passport score and certify your unique humanity. As a trusted node in the graph, you can stake GTC on your frens pledging your trust in them to fortify your node and theirs. boosts your score and their score.
What is Identity Staking V2? (20 seconds)
- Explain the mechanics of staking GTC tokens for yourself or others.
- Mention that Unique Humanity Score increases if you do staking actions.
Skin in the Game (10 seconds)
- Dive into the consequences of untrustworthy behavior and how tokens can be slashed.
- How do we ensure that each human is who they say they are? We’ve
Co-Creation of Trust Graph (10 seconds)
- Illustrate how each staking action contributes to a larger network of trusted individuals.
Why Does This Matter? (10 seconds)
- Explain the broader applications and how developers can tap into this pre-established trust network.
User Agency and Call to Action (10 seconds)
- Encourage viewers to become part of this trust network by staking their GTC tokens and vouching for others.
Visual Elements
- Graphical animations to represent staking, slashing, and the growth of the trust graph.
- Real-life testimonials or use-case scenarios (if available).
- On-screen text for key terms and concepts.
- Gitcoin branding elements for consistency.
Duration
Approximately 2 minutes
Deliverables
- A 2-minute video in MP4 format
- Thumbnail for video hosting platforms
- A transcript of the video for accessibility
By clearly and engagingly explaining the intricacies and benefits of Identity Staking V2, we aim to foster a robust, decentralized trust graph that serves not just Gitcoin but the broader developer community.