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OpenExO Community Guidelines

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 19:01:46 +0000

As the ExO Community grows we need to ensure that we are building a like-minded community that all believe in the ExO Model and the MTP which is Transform the world for a better future. This is our north star and we count on all members to drive this forward.

What is the ExO Community?

It is a vibrant space where people with a shared mindset work together on transforming the world for a better future. We operate with a deep sense of purpose and from the belief that connecting professionals with purposeful projects puts the world’s knowledge to work in a way that leads to smarter, better outcomes for people all over the world. In just a few minutes you can create your profile easily and start interacting with other members of the community, find projects and find help to get your projects up and running.

Representing OpenExO

All community members that have completed the Foundations Certification and therefore have a tested knowledge of the ExO Model may use our materials that include the "powered by OpenExO" logo on them. Community members are to represent themselves accurately and we recommend collaboration in the spirit of our community. For example, if you present yourself as an ExO coach you need to have completed the coach certification.

Details

OpenExO and the community that we are building is diverse in terms of culture, age, experience and beliefs. You can communicate with community members and share content through our forum style chat boards, and in the future through direct chats with other members. We have taken time to put together guidelines that foster collaboration while ensuring a safe environment for everyone.

These community guidelines are an important part of keeping this community vibrant and beneficial for all. When using OpenExO, you agree to these guidelines and our Terms of Service. We’re committed to these guidelines and we hope you are too. Overstepping these boundaries may result in deleted content, disabled accounts, or other restrictions.

Post content that is appropriate for a diverse audience. Ensure that you have the right to post the content that you post, and where appropriate acknowledge others.
Foster meaningful and genuine interactions.
Help us stay spam-free by not posting self-promoting, repetitive comments or content, or repeatedly contacting people for commercial purposes without their consent.
Follow the law.
We support freedom of speech and the fundamental right for individuals to express themselves and expect everyone else to do the same. We will not tolerate content that promotes or encourages hatred, discrimination or violence against others based on things like race, cultural identity or ethnic background, religious beliefs, disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
Respect other members of the ExO community. Critique constructively and never be a bully.
Privacy of others: Everyone has the right to privacy, no matter who they are. Don’t share personal details of another person (or entity), without their permission.
Be thoughtful when posting newsworthy events.

You are responsible for all activity associated with your account, including all content that you post. Help us keep the community strong!

Summing it up

Each of us is an important part of the ExO community. Be considerate of others, respect the law and think about these guidelines before you post. We aim to make objective, fair decisions when content is reported to us and in most cases, will send you a warning before we take any other measures. We think this is reasonable but if you don't agree, maybe OpenExO isn’t the place for you. If you see something that you think may violate our guidelines, please help us by letting us know through the platform chat functionality.

We may need to update these Community Guidelines occasionally, so please be sure to check back here every so often for updates.

Thank you for helping us create one of the best communities in the world,

The OpenExO Team

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Wed, 28 Aug 2024 17:35:25 +0000

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What are Bitcoin Ordinals + How to Download the Magic Eden Wallet

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 15:54:17 +0000

Welcome back to the blog!

In this blog post, we will be covering our upcoming launch on BTC Ordinals, and walking you through the process of setting up a Magic Eden wallet. Let's get started!

What are Ordinals?

Bitcoin Ordinals introduce a method to create Bitcoin NFTs by inscribing data such as images, videos, and text onto individual satoshis on the Bitcoin blockchain itself.

Utilizing a system known as ordinal theory, each satoshi is assigned a unique identifier, embedding it directly within the Bitcoin ecosystem as a fully Bitcoin-native NFT. These inscriptions are made possible without altering the Bitcoin protocol, requiring no supplementary layers or systems. A satoshi, or "sat," represents the smallest unit of a Bitcoin, one hundred millionth of a whole, serving as the canvas for these NFTs.

Magic Eden, known for its NFT marketplace, now offers a wallet tailored for NFT and crypto traders, with a focus on Ordinals. The Magic Eden wallet stands out for several reasons:

User-Friendly Interface: Designed with both beginners and Web3 OGs in mind, Magic Eden's wallet offers a clean, intuitive interface. This makes navigating through transactions, managing assets, and purchasing NFTs and crypto straightforward and hassle-free.
Integrated Marketplace: One of the key advantages is its seamless integration with the Magic Eden marketplace. This feature simplifies the process of buying, selling, and trading NFTs directly from your wallet, providing a streamlined experience for digital collectors and traders.
Security: Understanding the importance of security in digital asset management, Magic Eden's wallet employs robust security measures to protect users' assets. These include encryption and secure storage options, ensuring that users' information and digital holdings are safeguarded against unauthorized access.
Multi-Asset Support: The wallet supports a variety of digital assets, including cryptocurrencies and NFTs across different blockchains. This flexibility allows users to manage a diverse portfolio from a single wallet.
Community and Support: Magic Eden is known for its strong community and responsive support team.

Choosing the Magic Eden wallet can be advantageous for users who value ease of use, security, convenience, and acquiring ExOHeroes NFTs!

We’ve put together a step-by-step process on how to download the Magic Eden Wallet. Make sure to follow the steps in chronological order and the numbers in each screenshot.

This tutorial is also available in video format HERE.

1.Navigate to the Google Chrome Store and then search up Magic Eden Wallet. Make sure it’s coming from magiceden.io

2. Once you add the Magic Eden Chrome extension, you should be taken to the following page… Simply click Create New Wallet

3. Make sure you pin the Magic Eden extension to your dashboard. Click on the little puzzlepiece icon in the dashboard, and then click the pin icon beside Magic Eden Wallet.

4. You should then be brought to a page that prompts you to create a password. Make sure you write it down in a safe place. It’s good practice to write your info down in LastPass or even on paper.

5. Once you’ve created your account and set a password, you should be brought to the page below

6. To locate your Ordinals wallet address, click on the “Receive” button at the top right of this window and you should see the following list. Click “Ordinals & BRC-20 Tokens” and your receiving address will be copied to your clipboard.

If you are already on the allowlist or are a giveaway winner, please send this address to us via DM on 𝕏.

Make sure to stay up to date with the ExO Heroes.

Tons of new alpha dropping soon… 👀

𝕏 | Zealy | OpenExO | ExOHeroes Wiki | Discord

The HeroSphere — Learn about ExO Heroes

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 15:16:02 +0000

Hey everyone,

Welcome back to the blog! This short article will be focused on covering the HeroSphere, our weekly 𝕏 Space that happens at 11AM EST every Friday.

The HeroSphere was created to educate listeners on 𝕏 about the ExOHeroes project, the OpenExO platform, and conduct live giveaways and Q&A sessions. Each week, we have OpenExO core team members come on and talk about different aspects of the platform, the project, and more.

The HeroSphere is hosted by @Mim0sa_eth, and @UnrealApe. @UnrealApe is a Web3 OG, who has been in the crypto space for 10+ years. He started working with Salim back in 2014 to design graphics and diagrams for the first edition of Exponential Organizations. More recently, he has been working at OpenExO and is the visionary behind the ExO Heroes.

@Mim0sa_eth is relatively new to the Web3 space, and has been working alongside @UnrealApe and OpenExO in building the ExO Heroes. He runs the ExO Heroes 𝕏 account and helps with project management.

Although there have only been four episodes of the HeroSphere, we’ve already covered many topics.

Here’s a little recap of what we’ve discussed:

Episode 1: We covered the history of OpenExO with Salim Ismail, spoke about the origin of the ExO Heroes with UnrealApe, and had a Q&A Session with OpenExO community members.

Episode 2: For our second episode, we covered the Heroes that represent the external SCALE attributes of an ExO with Kevin Allen and Salim. Towards the end of the episode, we conducted a giveaway for two allowlist positions and 1 NFT.

Episode 3: We covered the Heroes that represent the internal IDEAS attributes of an ExO, again with Kevin and Salim. And, of course, we gave away two allowlist spots and 1 NFT.

Episode 4: We had Lisa Pereira come on and talk about Exponential Organizations 1.0 and 2.0, ExO insights, and more.

This coming Friday, we’ll have Jaroslav from the learning team come on and talk about the courses that are available on the OpenExO platform, as well as courses that are currently in development.

Tuning in to the HeroSphere every Friday is key for anyone wanting to stay up-to-date with the latest ExO Heroes alpha.

This is your opportunity to connect with the minds behind the project, ask your burning questions, and influence the direction with your feedback. So, if you're invested in the future of ExO Heroes, making the HeroSphere part of your weekly routine is a no-brainer. Plus, the giveaways and community add an extra layer of excitement to the mix.

If you’re interested in learning about the ExO Heroes, please don’t hesitate to join our Space and ask questions.

HeroSphere - February 16: https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1gqGvQMXBWOKB?s=20

See you on Friday.

Discord | 𝕏 | Zealy | OpenExO

Navigating Web3: Definitions Guide with the ExO Heroes

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 18:46:09 +0000

Hey folks, welcome back to the blog!

With the upcoming release of the ExO Heroes NFTs, we want to ensure that our community is well-equipped with the knowledge they need to navigate the space confidently.

This blog post is written to arm you with essential definitions and concepts in the Web3, NFT, and cryptocurrency spaces. Understanding these terms is essential as we approach the launch of the ExO Heroes.

Let’s begin with the most commonly used terms that you might see on a daily basis…

Terms You Must Know

Blockchain: Think of it as a digital ledger, similar to a record book, but highly secure and transparent. Each ‘block’ in the chain contains a number of transactions, and once completed, it’s added to the chain in a permanent and unchangeable way. This technology is the backbone of most cryptocurrencies and enables secure, decentralized transactions.

Cryptocurrency: These are digital or virtual currencies that use cryptography for security. They operate on decentralized networks (like blockchains), allowing for secure, peer-to-peer transactions. Bitcoin and Ethereum are well-known examples.

Smart Contract: Imagine a traditional contract, but written in code and executed automatically. These digital contracts automatically perform, control, or document legally relevant events according to the terms of a contract or an agreement, directly on the blockchain.

Wallet (Digital Wallet): This is a software program or hardware device that allows you to store, send, and receive cryptocurrencies. Think of it like your digital bank account for managing your digital currencies.

Hot Wallet: A hot wallet is a type of digital wallet that’s connected to the internet. While they offer convenience and quick access, they are generally less secure than cold wallets due to their online nature.

Cold Wallet/Cold Storage: This is a way to store your cryptocurrencies offline, offering increased security. Cold wallets can be hardware-based (like a USB drive) or even a piece of paper with your cryptocurrency keys written on it.

Token: In the context of blockchain, a token is a type of digital asset. It can represent various things, from a unit of value in a system (like coins in a game) to ownership rights or voting rights in a network.

Non-Fungible Token (NFT): NFTs are unique digital assets that represent ownership of a specific item or piece of content, often digital art, collectibles, or music. Unlike cryptocurrencies, each NFT has a unique value and cannot be exchanged on a one-to-one basis.

Decentralized Finance (DeFi): DeFi refers to financial services that operate without traditional centralized intermediaries like banks. Using blockchain technology, DeFi platforms allow people to lend, borrow, and trade directly with one another.

Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO): A DAO is an organization where decisions are made electronically by written computer code or through the vote of its members. In essence, it’s a form of investor-directed venture capital fund.

Initial Coin Offering (ICO): This is a fundraising tool, similar to crowdfunding, where new projects sell their underlying crypto tokens in exchange for bitcoin or ether. It’s often used by startups to bypass the rigorous capital-raising process required by venture capitalists or banks.

Gas Fees: These are transaction fees on a blockchain network. For instance, on the Ethereum network, you pay gas fees to compensate for the computing energy required to process and validate transactions.

Mining: This is the process by which new cryptocurrency coins or tokens are created and transactions are verified and added to the blockchain. It involves using computer power to solve complex mathematical problems.

Proof of Work (PoW): This is a mechanism to prevent cyber attacks, like DDoS (distributed denial-of-service) attacks. It requires a participant to do a certain amount of computational work to add a new block to the blockchain, which is what Bitcoin uses.

Proof of Stake (PoS): An alternative to PoW, PoS involves validators who help maintain the network by holding and ‘staking’ their cryptocurrency as a form of security deposit. It’s less energy-intensive than PoW.

Staking: This refers to the process of actively participating in transaction validation on a PoS blockchain. Users lock up their tokens as a stake and, in return, receive rewards for their contribution to network security.

Private Key: This is a secure and confidential alphanumeric code that gives you access to your cryptocurrency. It’s akin to a highly secure password and should be kept private at all times.

Public Key: This is a cryptographic code that is paired with a private key. While the public key can be shared and is used to receive cryptocurrencies, it cannot access the wallet’s holdings without the corresponding private key.

Seed Phrase: Also known as a recovery phrase, it’s a series of words generated by your cryptocurrency wallet that give you access to the cryptocurrencies stored in it. This should be kept secure as it can be used to recover your wallet if needed.

Fork: In the crypto world, a fork is when a blockchain diverges into two potential paths forward, either as a result of a change in protocol or a situation where two blocks are mined simultaneously. A fork can be temporary or permanent, leading to two separate versions of the blockchain.

Tokenomics: The economics of tokens within a blockchain project, including aspects like supply, distribution, and how they create value and utility within the ecosystem.

With a solid grasp of these common terms, you’re now better equipped to navigate the Web3 space with confidence and understanding. These foundational concepts are key to comprehending the ever-changing Web3 landscape.

Next, we’ll cover more complex, yet equally important terms to ensure you’re fully prepared for the ExO Heroes launch. Now, let’s move on to these advanced Web3 concepts.

Advanced Terms

Layer 1 (L1): The foundational level of a blockchain network, including its basic framework and rules for processing and recording transactions.

Layer 2 (L2): Solutions built on top of Layer 1 blockchains, designed to enhance scalability and transaction speed by handling transactions off the main chain.

Altcoin: Any cryptocurrency other than Bitcoin, often featuring different functionalities or purposes, such as Chainlink, XRP, and Solana.

Decentralized Exchange (DEX): A type of cryptocurrency exchange operating without a central authority, facilitating direct peer-to-peer transactions.

Initial DEX Offering (IDO): A fundraising method where a project launches a new token through a decentralized exchange, providing instant liquidity and a decentralized way of token distribution.

Lightning Network: A Layer 2 payment protocol used mainly with Bitcoin, enabling faster and more cost-effective transactions through channels between users.

Metaverse: An immersive virtual world where users interact through digital avatars, often built on blockchain technology and integrating elements like social media, gaming, AR, and VR.

Mining Pool: A collective of cryptocurrency miners who pool their computational resources to increase the likelihood of mining a block and receiving rewards, which are then shared among members.

Node: A computer connected to a blockchain network, playing a role in validating and relaying transactions, and maintaining a copy of the entire blockchain.

Stablecoin: A cryptocurrency designed to minimize volatility by being pegged to a stable asset like gold or fiat currency (e.g., USD).

Token Standard: Rules and standards for creating tokens on specific blockchains, such as ERC-20 for fungible tokens and ERC-721 for non-fungible tokens on Ethereum.

Governance Token: A token that grants holders voting rights in the governance of a decentralized project or protocol, influencing decisions like upgrades and protocol changes.

Hash Rate: The measure of computational power used in a blockchain network to process transactions and mine new blocks. A higher hash rate indicates more competition among miners and increased network security.

Layer 0: Underlying infrastructure protocols that support various blockchain networks, providing a foundation for interoperability and scalability solutions.

Cross-Chain: Technologies or methods enabling interaction and interoperability between different blockchain networks, facilitating the exchange of information and value.

Web3 Wallet: A digital wallet that stores cryptocurrencies and interacts with decentralized applications (dApps) on the blockchain, enabling a range of Web3 functionalities.

Yield Farming: An investment strategy in decentralized finance that involves lending or staking cryptocurrencies in return for interest or other rewards.

Liquidity Pool: Collections of funds locked in a smart contract, used in decentralized finance for trading, lending, and other purposes, offering rewards to those who contribute.

Wrapped Tokens: Tokens from one blockchain represented on another blockchain, pegged to the value of the original asset and enabling interoperability between different blockchains.

Whitelisting: The practice of pre-approving addresses to participate in specific activities within a blockchain project, such as initial coin offerings or token sales.

By focusing on these advanced terms, we explore more specific and nuanced aspects of the blockchain and Web3 world.

As we wrap up this Web3 definition guide, we hope you’ve found this blog useful. Staying informed and updated is crucial in the rapidly evolving Web3 landscape. For the latest news, insights, and updates on the ExO Heroes, make sure to follow us on 𝕏 and join our Discord.

Save this blog post and use it as a reference when you come across an unknown term.

Thank you for checking in, and we look forward to connecting on 𝕏 and keeping you informed every step of the way!

OpenExO Dec 2023 Platform Update Notes

Sat, 23 Dec 2023 18:25:24 +0000

On December 22nd, the OpenExO Platform received its largest update since December 23rd, 2022. So, there’s nothing to do about it but say, this is a huge update!

The OpenExO Platform has seen substantial growth in 2023 since the changes in late 2022 to our new platform and membership model. It’s been a busy year!

There is a lot to go over!

New Subscriptions Implementation

We have completely overhauled the platform subscriptions system. The previous “low-code” Stripe Pricing Table solution was causing numerous problems for our members. The new fully integrated system has many fewer clicks and redirects and should be much easier for members to navigate the new user subscription and onboarding flows. You will see the flows as the 3, 2, 1 style countdowns now. Overall, this should be a major experience upgrade.

Many other behind-the-scenes changes as well to make administration and support of our growing community much easier for the member experience team. Here is a bullet summary:

Saved billing information
Invoice history, downloadable invoice PDFs
Promo code support
Ability to handle multiple price types (fixed/one-time and standard recurring)
Multiple currency support
Laid Foundations set for accepting alternate payment methods in the future beyond Stripe (cryptocurrency, NFTs, and more).
New subscription and invoice related admin controls
All existing subscribers have been migrated to the new system

New and Improved Tool Hub

We have laid the foundations to assimilate the hodge-podge of tools and resources with the new Tool Hub. You can link directly to the page at https://web.openexo.com/tool-hub/

This is considered kind of an experimental soft-launch at the moment. It contains apps ExOPass Powered/ login/ connection, Tools, and things we like. Have been directly vetted and have relationships with - sometimes affiliate relationships to help support the platform.

Onboarding Improvements

We have been told consistently that when people join they don’t know what to do next. So, we created new onboarding paths for our existing users and new to help. These are in a countdown format and are integrated with all the new signup processes. And, they are available directly from the main platform landing page at openexo.com. We added options to:

Create an ExO
Make my Company an ExO
Learn About ExO
Help an Organization Implement ExO

The ExO Heroes

We have had a LOT of fun and very positive response to the creation of the new ExO Heroes. That effort has been led by our team member Michael Jonsson. You will find the Heroes in a great many places now, and they are very active on social media, in Discord, etc. They have become a fun, fresh, and important part of our overall look, brand, and identity. Keep reading as later in this update you’ll learn more about how the heroes are very web3 ready!

Learning Hub

A few months ago we launched our new learning hub at https://learn.openexo.com with an eye toward dramatically improving our members' digital education experience. It's gone very well! This was paired with the launch of the ExO Sessions which you can find on the calendar weekly at https://web.openexo.com/calendar

Along with this new release, we have also updated the learning hub with new and updated versions of ExO Foundations in English and Spanish (German will post next). And, the Casper sponsored Enterprise Blockchain course will launch very soon we hope. We've been delayed on the blockchain course for various reasons. But, it's coming. Also, not seen but done from the Learning Experience team was the amazing delivery of OpenExO's new enterprise LMS delivery of training. That was amazing work. We'll share more about that in time.

Sunsetting Circles & Marketplace

The usage of our current implementations of circles and the marketplace were extremely low. And, we have not been able to provide anywhere close to the level of support and improvement that these needed to function well and improve over time. We had plans for a 2.0 marketplace and even a 2.0 Circles potentially but these are on hold for now, we can revisit something similar later in the future. This decision streamlines our offerings so that we can better support our members and reduce instances of confusion or disappointment (which was often the case with these features).

Circles and Marketplace menu items have been removed pending re-imagination of them in our platform

Dashboard and Menu Cleanup, Landing Updates

The sidebar menu has been optimized
Removed Circles
Removed Marketplace
Added Events
Added a Join Discord link to be easier to find
Created a New 404 error page

User Account Management

The main user account dashboard has been cleaned up to hopefully feel less cluttered and confusing, with clearer instructions on “next steps” for a user if they do not know what to do.
A variety of contextual landing pages has been updated with some additional call-to-action links / funnel pages and ExO Heroes images.

Experience Points!

We had two VERY fun seasons of gamification learning with the ExO Angels games. About two years ago OpenExO set out to learn how to implement gamification using Octalysis. That eventually saw the formation of the ExO Angels as a team of community volunteers that eventually became their own (non-OpenExO) business. Based on the successes of those experiments, we have our first iteration of an on-platform rewards system in place, which we are calling XP.

XP Is Not to be confused with XP from the Experience Game. The Experience game has ended. XP is also not directly linked to the EXOS cryptocurrency. XP are not crypto tokens EXOS or otherwise.

Platform members can earn points via interacting with the platform (viewing pages and feed items, commenting, bookmarking, upvoting, supervoting, earning badges, referring members, connecting your social accounts, following community profiles / being followed) as well as the ability for us to manually credit or debit points to any account via the admin.

Doing similar actions in the same 24h period results in fewer earnings per action – encouraging trying out different actions and keeping active daily. We can easily adjust the base point values for each type of action however we want.

The purpose of this XP system is as follows:

An experiment to increase time-on-site and overall engagement
Support “social farming” efforts as part of the ExO Heroes project
A pre-cursor to a more in-depth, fully tokenized + gamified rewards system that will come after we complete our EXOS blockchain migration to the Casper network

XP earners will have a chance to receive a free ExO Heroes NFT drop as well as an air-drop of our new Casper-based token supply after we do the blockchain migration.

ExO Heroes NFTs!

The OpenExO platform is a fully web3 capable and compliant platform. It has been since December 2022 during the last major platform relaunch. However, with this latest release, we are stepping things up!

The ExO Heroes NFT has its own Twitter: https://twitter.com/ExOHeroesNFT. Check it out! It’s growing faster than any other account at the moment!

NFTs are access tokens to the platform and tied to members ExO Pass. You can think of it as your passport to web3 if you'd like. Use of these features is optional but encouraged.

Claim ExO Hero NFT Landing Page: https://openexo.com/claim-hero
To join the list for receiving an NFT, all you have to do is sign into your ExO Pass, go to your “Wallets” section and register/verify your Ethereum wallet address. That’s it.
Free user signups will get a random chance of receiving an NFT
Basic users will get a higher chance of receiving an NFT
Your XP may or may not be a factor (TBD)
Premium and Pro users are 100% guaranteed an NFT drop as long as they register their wallet address.
Actual launch date for creating and distributing the NFT collection is still up in the air.

Watch the claim hero page or be active in Discord where all the updates are released as announcements and in the channel #exo-heroes-nft.

If you love NFTs or this will be your first-ever NFT, you will want to first read the helpful blog post, “How to set up a MetaMask”: https://openexo.com/blog/post/how-to-download-and-use-metamask as you will be needing that to set up the wallet to hold your Hero safely.

OpenExO’s First EVER Exponential Leadership Program

We are REALLY excited, after all these years and all this community building to offer a premier executive leadership program in February 2024 in New York. This will also be the first time in nearly TEN years that Salim Ismail has MC’d such a program since the good old days of Singularity University Executive Programs! Visit https://web.openexo.com/executive-program/ for all the details.

OpenExO’s India Reimagined Report

If you missed it, we released a research report on the NIFTY50 in India that has been very well received and was well done.

Building Competitive, Sustainable Exponential Organizations. Insights and Recommendations along with Future Readiness Assessment of NIFTY50 Organizations

Link to the report: https://web.openexo.com/india-reimagined-exponential-report-2-0

In Conclusion, Monster Release! Epic Year! Onward to an Exponential 2024!

There is a LOT going on and we provide a myriad of ways to keep tabs here are just a few, and we really appreciate follows, likes, subscribes, shares on social media. It makes a HUGE difference to our community when you share.

Remember, everything we do is one step toward Transforming the World for a Better Future!

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ExO Insight - Member made! https://insight.openexo.com

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ExOHeroes Latest Updates: Claim Page & XP Farming

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 23:43:50 +0000

Hey everyone,

We’ve got some important updates regarding the ExOHeroes to share with you.

First and foremost, our claim page is live on Thursday, December 21st.

Depending on your OpenExO subscription tier, you will be able to get your name on a few different lists:

Free members can secure a spot on the allowlist, giving them the chance to claim their free gift before it becomes available to the general public.
Basic members will get priority access on the allowlist, meaning they will be able to claim their gift earlier than Free members.
Premium, Pro, and 3-for-1 members will be able to claim a spot on the Hero list, which guarantees you a gift…

The claim page will be up on December 21st, and will stay up until 1 week before launch, in Q1 of 2024, so act fast.

It’s important to note that you will need to connect your MetaMask wallet to OpenExO, and if you don’t have a wallet, don’t sweat it. We already wrote an article for you to get set up: MetaMask Download + Set up

On top of the free gift, you’ll be able to earn by farming experience points (XP). And guess what? It’s incredibly easy and fun to rack up these points.

Here are a few examples of actions that will earn you XP:

Refer friends
Connect your social accounts
Join Giveaways
Engage on the platform

Every action helps you earn.

More info coming soon… All we can say now is… Merry Christmas.

Discord | 𝕏 | Zealy | OpenExO

Spotlight at OpenExO: September + October

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 17:42:10 +0000

Greetings folks! September and October were filled with creativity, meaningful insights, and significant projects! We spent our time writing our best articles yet, taking part in international events, attending conferences, and sharing our unique process for creating memorable characters.

Let’s explore the key moments!

Articles We Published

How OpenExO’s Sprint Program Transforms Companies: A Real-World Case Study with Procter & Gamble

Our deep dive into the ExO Sprint program showcases its transformative power through a case study with Procter & Gamble. The article outlines the dual-stream approach of the program, focusing on both core and disruptive innovations.

The result? P&G launched 25 new initiatives, gaining about $1 billion in benefits from a $400,000 Sprint. Even the Mad Scientist was impressed with that level of experimentation! This article serves as a testament to the Sprint program’s efficacy and adaptability across sectors.

A Week of Impact: UN Climate Week 2023 in New York City with OpenExO

September also saw us participating in the UNGA Climate Week 2023. From ringing the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange with XPRIZE to engaging in transformative dialogues at the Leaders on Purpose CEO Summit, it was a week filled with action and insights. Our co-founder, Salim Ismail, took the stage to discuss large-scale business transformation and the urgent need for climate solutions. The week reaffirmed that collective efforts can indeed make a significant impact.

The Rise of AI and Governance in Brazilian Companies

Salim Ismail and Peter Diamandis took part in an event hosted by Época NEGÓCIOS on September 25th, focusing on the transformative role of artificial intelligence in business. Salim emphasized that adaptability is the key to success in this AI-driven landscape.

The event also highlighted the importance of corporate governance, especially in Brazilian companies. Salim’s insights were a clarion call for companies to integrate AI responsibly and ethically to ensure long-term success.

The Method Behind the Mascots

We published “The Method Behind the Mascots,” a comprehensive manual for crafting iconic characters. This guide demystified our creative process, detailing how one can transition from an idea to tangible characters in a matter of hours. Incorporating both technology and creativity, it made character creation approachable, regardless of one’s expertise in graphic design or coding. From fun-filled brainstorming sessions inspired by the “Exponential Organizations” book to designing relatable backstories and visuals, to the final touch of training characters with AI tools, we offered a holistic approach. Make sure to check it out if you haven’t already done so!

DecodingTech.Zone Conference

Closing out October, we attended the annual DecodingTech.Zone conference in Toronto, where we had a booth set up to introduce people to the ExO Heroes, and Exponential Organizations 2.0.

Salim kicked off the conference by giving the keynote talk and totally crushed it. He spoke about adapting to the rapid pace of technology, how AI is transforming the way research is conducted, vertical agriculture, and even consulting workshops at the Vatican.

After Salim gave his insightful talk, our booth was so popular that we ran out of books and NFTs to give away before 2 p.m. Attendees expressed keen interest in the ExO Heroes and are eagerly anticipating the launch in Q1 (probably).

We’re already looking forward to DecodingTech.Zone 2024!

Platform Updates:

Our UI design and development team have been working hard on implementing new features into the OpenExO platform. Check them out below:

Finally, the ExO Heroes got verified on 𝕏! We’re super excited to continue providing you with valuable content, which will only get better. No more bots pretending to be us! (But always keep an eye out) 👀

Until next time!

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The Method Behind the Mascots: A Step-by-Step Guide

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 20:24:06 +0000

Hey there, citizen! So, you’re digging the ExO Heroes, huh? So are we! But here’s the thing: You can create your own cool characters just like us. You don’t even need graphic design or coding skills to get started. Grab your favorite drink, because I’m about to spill the tea on how we did it — and how you can too!

Step 1: Let’s Brainstorm — But Make It Fun!

So first things first, you’ve gotta tap into your inspiration. For us, that was the Exponential Organizations book. We took these chapters as individual playgrounds for our characters. We picked each attribute from the book to inspire the idea behind the ExO Heroes using ChaptGPT. It’s like brainstorming with your really bright and creative friend. Say you’re looking for a character for Chapter 5, embodying the “Staff on Demand” attribute. You would head over to ChatGPT and give it a prompt kinda like this:

And guess what? ChatGPT just gets it. It starts firing off all these ideas — it will flesh out a bunch of ideas and give you a strong starting point. Now you have a list of character ideas, pick your favorite and let’s move on.

Example response:
1. Zip the Time-Traveling Temp
2. Wanda the Wish-Granting Genie
3. Flexo the Shape-Shifter
4. The Renaissance Sam

Resources👇
ChatGPT
Claude AI

Step 2: Time to Write Some Epic Backstories — Your Character’s Personal Novel!

Setting the Stage: Fleshing Out Digital Bones

Alright, you’ve got this concept of a character, but now you need to build out the lore. You need to give that character some real personality — a life story, if you will. It’s all about the details that make them relatable, compelling, and just plain cool. Time to call on ChatGPT once more. Think of it as your character’s personal biographer. But instead of getting all stiff and formal, you can kick back and have a convo with the AI.

🤖 Prompt Example:

ChatGPT will start painting a picture, filling in the gaps of your character’s life — where they grew up, what challenges they faced, and heck, maybe even what their favorite snack is (everyone’s got one). Now your character isn’t just a concept; they’re a being with history, dreams, and substance.

This isn’t like writing a LinkedIn profile where you have to stick to “professional” details. Nah, we’re crafting a legend here. Did your character once save an entire planet with a paperclip and a stick of gum? Let’s hear about it! Did they make a horrible mistake that haunted them but ultimately led to their greatest strength?

The backstory is where your character becomes more than just a name. They start to have, dare I say it, soul.

Resources👇
ChatGPT
Claude AI

Step 3: Visual Vibes — Let’s Turn Those Texts into Pics!

You’ve got the essence, you’ve got the soul — now, what the heck does this character look like? Remember, you’re not just creating a character; you’re creating an icon. Icons need to be, well, iconic. Enter text-to-image prompts: think of them as your character’s DNA but in the form of words.

You might be thinking, “I’m no artist.” Hey, no worries! That’s where your trusty sidekick ChatGPT comes in yet again. Hand over those character traits and backstories, and let ChatGPT help you draft the perfect text-to-image prompts.

🤖 Prompt Example:

“This is called a “prompt for stable diffusion" of a portrait of Spiderman with cosmic energy in the background 
in the art style of artists called "artgerm", "greg rutkowski" and "alphonse mucha":
"Ultra realistic photo portrait of Spiderman cosmic energy, colorful, painting burst, beautiful face, symmetrical face, 
tone mapped, intricate, elegant, highly detailed, digital painting, artstation, 
concept art, smooth, sharp focus, illustration, beautiful face, intricate, highly detailed, smooth, 
sharp focus, art by artgerm and greg rutkowski and alphonse mucha

The most important keywords are at the beginning and then every additional keywords are separated by a comma. 
If you add an art style by an artist or multiple artists, this information should always be at the end.
 
By using a similar syntax, please write me a new "prompt for stable diffusion" of:

The Renaissance Sam, the ultimate Staff on Demand employee! Sam is a highly skilled, pre-qualified worker 
who can be hired on an as-needed basis to help with any task or project. From simple tasks to complex work, 
Sam is always ready to step in and lend a helping hand. Plus, with their ability to quickly adapt to new 
technologies and processes, They are a perfect fit for any organization looking to leverage the power of Staff on Demand.

ChatGPT can help churn out a vivid, descriptive prompt that’ll serve as your creative blueprint. Imagine something like:

Cartoon Ultra-capable Renaissance Sam, ultimate Staff on Demand, versatile, adaptive, 
highly skilled, professional attire, task-focused, technology-savvy, instantly hireable, 
digital interface, concept art, multitasking, organizational asset, smooth, sharp focus, 
illustration cartoon vector style

Your text is now ready to be transformed into an image.

We use Stable Diffusion. However, there are a variety of tools that can help translate these prompts into actual pictures. Your character starts coming to life, transitioning from a thought bubble in your mind to a real icon. Take your pick:

Resources👇
Leonardo.ai
Stable Diffusion Web (Our choice)
Local Stable Diffusion (Tutorial)
Ideogram
Mid Journey
Dall-E 3

Note: There are various platforms where you can turn your text-to-image prompts into artwork, so make sure to explore the ones that vibe with you.

Step 4: Nailing the Look — Artist or AI, You Decide

So, you’ve got these awesome text-to-image visuals. But maybe you’re thinking, “I want to add a professional touch.” Say no more! You can easily hire an artist from platforms like Fiverr to elevate your character concepts. We hired an artist to make sure all our ExO Heroes had a consistent style and looked awesome. It’s like getting a wardrobe stylist for your characters so that they all look put-together but maintain their individual flair. We then took those vector images and used them to create our own poses — or data set.

Above is a vector version of Dash the Robot, created using Adobe Illustrator.

Option A: Adobe Illustrator: Pose Like a Pro
We dived into Adobe Illustrator to pose the new vector versions from our hired artist. Why? Because vectors are like the yoga masters of the digital art world — they stretch and scale without losing an ounce of quality. With vectors, we could easily rotate limbs and play around with poses, like a virtual photoshoot for our ExO Heroes!

Resource👇
Adobe Illustrator (Free trial)

Option B: Be Your Own Artist with Stable Diffusion Prompts
So, you’re the independent type, huh? Maybe you’re working on a bootstrap budget, or you just wanna see how far your tech-savvy skills can take you. Either way, your DIY spirit can really shine in this stage of the character development process.

First off, remember how we talked about text-to-image prompts? Well, you’ll wanna get super specific here. If your character is a mystical sorcerer who loves star-gazing, don’t just settle for “mystical sorcerer.” Nope, you gotta paint the whole picture! Let’s make a totally new character Try something like:

Elzadon the Enigmatic, early 50s appearance, centuries old, 6 feet, lean, sturdy, pale skin, silvery sheen, 
deep blue eye, vibrant green eye, long silver hair, jeweled circlet, neatly trimmed goatee, flowing robe, 
deep purple, arcane symbols, gold thread, dragon skin gloves, elemental protection, gnarled staff, glowing orb, 
color-changing mood, raven feather cloak, shadow blend, crystal amulet, swirling galaxy, spellbook, enchanted leather, 
ancient runes, rare gemstones, glyphs, arcane tattoos, glowing spells, long scar, left cheek, demonic battle, calm, 
composed, enigmatic, riddles, complex metaphors, deep voice, resonating, mystical eye glow, spell casting, ability to levitate, 
floating, deep thought, combat vector

Steps: 24, 
Sampler: Euler a, 
CFG scale: 7, 
Seed: 4188311651, 
Size: 1440x1024, 
Model hash: 31e35c80fc, 
Model: sd_xl_base_1.0, 
Version: v1.5.1

Resource 👇
ChatGPT

Pro Tips:

Seed Number:
Consistency is Key — if you use the same seed with the same prompt you will get the same image. That means if you use the same seed with a similar prompt you will get similar results.

Using the same seed number across multiple image generations ensures some level of consistency for character training

Audition Time: Picking the Star Performers
You’ll want to generate a handful of images, around 30–50, then curate 10–15 that match with your character’s personality and brand. Imagine this as a casting call where you’re the director and judge. Only the best of the best make it to the final round.

Iterative Magic: Tweak and Repeat
Didn’t get it right the first time? No biggie! Use this opportunity to tweak your prompt and try again. This iterative process is kinda like a digital sculpting session. Each iteration brings you closer to that picture-perfect character you’ve got in your head.

Test Multiple Angles
Just because you’ve nailed one pose doesn’t mean you’re done. Characters look different from various angles, right? Generate a few variations to get a more rounded view of your character!

Here are the results for the wizard:

Step 5: Train to Gain — Creating Your Training Set

Kudos to you, you’ve been on a creative roll. Now, let’s kick your character up a notch from being cool to “Holy smokes, is this even real?” levels. Whether you’ve enlisted an artist or become a DIY maverick with Stable Diffusion, every path now leads to the character’s ultimate evolution — the training phase.

First order of business: round up your artistic gems, whether they’re sophisticated vector illustrations or Stable Diffusion showstoppers. Think of this collection as your data training set.

This is where Kohya comes into the spotlight. Forget your average image filters; this is the personal trainer your characters didn’t know they needed. We are not into reinventing the wheel so we will include a tutorial from AItrepreneur on how to create your LORA model using the Kohya interface. Once you have your final LORA model, it can then be integrated into Stable Diffusion for jaw-dropping results.

Resource👇
Kohya
Tutorial (Download Kohya locally)

Note: There are various platforms for model training, but we’ve found Kohya and Lora to be both user-friendly and versatile. For those interested, you can find Kohya’s GitHub repository above.

Step 6: Local Generation

Welcome to the final frontier! With our specialized character models in hand, we utilized Stable Diffusion for the local generation of images. Yep, you read that right — no cloud, no third-party services, just good ol’ local hardware.

Doing it locally offers immense control over the final product. After this transformative training, your characters are no longer mere ideas. Plug your LORA model into your Stable Diffusion app, and watch your characters materialize through text prompts. You can now create tailored memes, specialized marketing materials, and so much more as technology scales up.

For the curious minds, there might be a special workshop on the horizon. Keep your eyes peeled!

Pro Tips:

Text-to-Image Prompts for Custom Creations
You can go even further by using ChatGPT to generate specific text-to-image prompts for your LORA models, adding an extra layer of unique flavor to your character.

Post processing:
Text-to-image generation gets you pretty far but sometimes you need a few final edits to get you all the way. Use programs like Photoshop to touch up your final results or to cut out your character from the background for use in marketing materials.

Resource👇
Stable Diffusion

Future-Proof Creativity: Building in Public, Staying Ahead

With ExO Heroes we are not just crafting intricate characters; we’re constructing the future of digital storytelling, and we’re doing it all in the open. Building in public is more than a trend; it’s an invitation for collective innovation. You get to be part of our journey every step of the way as we uncover these game-changing workflows.

You’ve heard the phrase, “Skate to where the puck is going, not where it has been.” Well, in today’s world, the puck isn’t just sliding; it’s practically teleporting. This rapid pace of change calls for agility and foresight. It’s not enough to follow trends; you have to predict where they’re headed.

Fast-forward 10 years, and we envision a future where a small team of 10 people can create full-scale movies on a shoestring budget. And it won’t just be limited to simple productions; we’re talking high-quality cinematic experiences, made possible by leveraging today’s powerful creative tools.

It’s never too early to be an early adopter. Start leveraging these tools today, not just for the advantage they offer now, but for the insight they provide into what’s coming next. The best way to predict the future is to be a part of shaping it.

Dive into this new wave of storytelling. Your future creative self will thank you for being ahead of the curve.

So there it is, the method behind the mascots, the recipe for creating endearing and engaging characters just like our ExO Heroes. The process is a blend of technology and creativity, a tantalizing dance of ones and zeros with pen and ink! Now, unleash your imagination and go create your own set of heroes — or villains, if that tickles your fancy!

If you have questions about the process you can reach out to @UnrealApe#9858 in the OpenExO Discord channel.

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