APPICS

APPICS

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APPICS is a next generation, reward-based social media application that runs on top of the STEEM blockchain and enables people from around the globe to connect allowing all participants to benefit. APPICS introduces a new ecosystem that merges lifestyle with generated income inside a single mobile application. The concept of turning “likes“ into currency has proven its feasibility and capability, as seen on Steemit.com with their upvoting system. With full support of and in cooperation with Steemit Inc., APPICS is the first Smart Media Token to launch on the Steem blockchain that aims at eliminating all barriers for the average social media user to enter the crypto-world.
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ICO PROFILE

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General
Website: Visit
White paper: Read
Bounty: Bounty
ICO Time: 28 Mar 2018 - 28 Apr 2018
Whitelist/KYC: Whitelist + KYC
Country: Switzerland
Token info
Ticker: XAP
Platform: Steem
Available for sale: 120,000,000 XAP (50%)
Financial
Raised $ 4,202,372
ICO Price: 1 XAP = 0.15 USD
Soft cap: 7.500.000 USD
Q4, 2016
Idea & Concept. Inspired by the first social network on a blockchain (Steemit), the founder team of APPICS realized the potential in the merge of a social media application with blockchain technology and a network of highly influential people.
Q4, 2016
TEAM RECRUITING. In a conference at the HQ of marketing agency WeCare4U, the art director, iOS and Android developer found belief in the concept and joined the team. Shortly after, a cooperation with Steemit.Inc, our blockchain team naturally evolved. In addition, an advisory team was appointed.<br /> <br />
Q1, 2017
PROOF OF CONCEPT. In early 2017 the concept of APPICS was first written down in form of a white paper.<br /> <br />
Q1, 2017
UI/UX APP DESIGN. What the user cares about, comes first. The simple, yet elegant design and natural colors of APPICS reflect the modern approach of the company and digital era that we live in.<br /> <br />
Q1, 2017
DUBAI COOPERATION. The UAE is an emerging superpower in the blockchain technology world. For a global start the APPICS team appreciates the support from UAE marketing cooperations.<br /> <br />
Q2, 2017
APP DEVELOPMENT. The first features of the APPICS application were implemented and tested. The development has been going on ever since and is constantly being optimized.<br /> <br />
Q2, 2017
PROMOTIONAL FILM. The short film presented on the website is particularly important in order to introduce the mainstream world to the crypto-space. The APPICS team focused on highlighting the benefits of blockchain, rather than the technology itself.<br /> <br />
Q3, 2017
WHITE PAPER RELEASE. The APPICS white paper was released together with the website and is meant to explain the concept in detail for anybody without prior crypto-knowledge. Since APPICS is a meta-token on an already existing blockchain, the technical white paper comes from our blockchain provider. For more information, please view the white paper.<br /> <br />
Q3, 2017
WEBSITE LAUNCH - EVENT. The APPICS launch event took place in September. Included in the agenda: an introduction to blockchain technology, the history of APPICS and future plans.<br /> <br />
Q4, 2017
DEVELOPMENT. After the official announcement of hard fork 21 by Steemit.Inc, APPICS will be one of the first meta-tokens to launch on the Steem blockchain. The development of SMT will be done by Steemit Inc. For further information, please check the white paper.<br /> <br />
Q4, 2017
MARKETING PLAN. The first phase of the marketing plan will be rolled out. The team of APPICS will be open for interviews, attend events globally, and spread the word.<br /> <br />
Q4, 2017
RECRUITING. APPICS is built on a network of influential people from the social media world. The first round of “category judges” will be appointed by the APPICS team, afterwards the community will be able to vote on them. For more information please check the white paper.<br /> <br />
Q4, 2017
PRE SALE. The pre sale starts on 26th of December and will end on the 23rd of January. Sign-up to the pre sale on www.appics.com or send an email to [email protected].<br /> <br />
Q4, 2017
BONUS PROGRAM. The APPICS Bounty Program enables users to earn free XAP tokens in return for spreading the word about APPICS. There will be several tasks for the bounty program, including: posting about APPICS on Social Media, writing and sharing articles, translating texts like website, whitepaper and articles.<br /> <br />
Q1, 2018
ICO. Please sign up to our newsletter and join the Telegram group to get the latest updates.<br /> <br />
Q1, 2018
TOKEN DISTRIBUTION. Shortly after our ICO and with the alpha launch of the application, the tokens will be distributed.<br /> <br />
Q1, 2018
SMT DEVELOPMENT. Ongoing SMT protocol development by Steemit Inc.<br /> <br />
Q2, 2018
TEST NET. The first test group will get their hands on the APPICS application and test the network’s capabilities.<br /> <br />
Q2, 2018
APPICS TOUR. The annual tour is an essential part of APPICS, that demonstrates our mission under the motto “PASSION REWARDED”. The APPICS tour is the first attempt ever to directly bring the crypto-space over to the mainstream-world.<br /> <br />
Q2, 2018
ALPHA LAUNCH. First public launch of the APPICS app with its integrated currency, the Appics coin (XAP).<br /> <br />
Q3, 2018
GLOBAL EXPANSION. will set up spaces in the U.S and Asia and work on adjusting to the demands of each market, specifically the difference in categories and influencers.<br /> <br />
Q4, 2018
GLOBAL EXPANSION. APPICS will set up spaces in the U.S and Asia and work on adjusting to the demands of each market, specifically the difference in categories and influencers.
Screenshots taken on 16 Feb 2018
Sandro Ieva
FOUNDER & CBO
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Uma Hagenguth
FOUNDER & COO
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Tony Winchester
FOUNDER & CEO
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Esko Voss
MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
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Josephine Tögemann
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
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Christian Heusinger
CTO
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Tim Fiedler
BLOCKCHAIN INTEGRATION
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Jürgen Simon
LEAD PROGRAMMER BACKEND
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Jörg Birkhold
LEAD PROGRAMMER FRONTEND
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Tim Said
GERMAN AMBASSADOR
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Paul Ring
U.S AMBASSADOR
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Olumide Gbenro
U.S AMBASSADOR
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Advisors (3)

Ned Scott
ADVISOR - CEO OF STEEMIT
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Bernd Lapp
ADVISOR
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Jedidiah Taylor
ADVISOR - CEO OF DECENT.BET
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