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## Blockchain Usage Statistics and Startup Hubs

Certainly! Let's integrate the information from the table of categories, along with the resources and Github repositories, into the comprehensive analysis to create a unified and enriched document.

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### Categories:

## Table

| Type | Description | Example | Attributes |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| DeFi (Decentralized Finance) | Platforms for lending, token swapping, prediction markets, and more | Compound, Uniswap, Superfluid | Open source, financial, prioritizes: availability, low latency, moderate request frequency |
| Marketplaces | Platforms for buying and selling real/digital assets like NFTs | SuperRare, NBA Top Shot, Rarible, OpenSea | closed source, financial, prioritizes: availability, low latency, moderate request frequency |
| Gaming | Web3 games that utilize NFTs for in-game asset ownership and trading | Axie Infinity, CryptoKitties | entertainment, availability, low latency, high request frequency |
| DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organizations) | Governance-focused entities that make decisions based on token holdings and voting | DAOstack, Aragon | social, availabiliy, open source, cost, low request frequency |
| Social Media | Decentralized platforms that store user data on decentralized networks | Minds, Peepeth | social, availability, low latency, high request frequency |
| Creator Platforms | Empower creators to have control over their content and monetize through NFTs | Foundation, Zora | social, availability, low latency, low cost, low request frequency |
| Messaging Protocols | Privacy-focused DApps offering encrypted communication channels | Status, Keybase | high frequency, extremely low latency, constant availability, low cost, social, high frequency |
| Ticketing | Blockchain-based solutions for ticketing, addressing scalping and fraud | Blockparty, GUTS Tickets | moderate frequency,  constant availability, low cost, social |
| Consumer Wallets | Designed for individual users, prioritizing ease of use. | MetaMask, Trust Wallet | high frequency, extremely low latency, constant availability, low cost, financial, high frequency |
| Institutional Wallets | Require higher security and functionality for managing large transactions. | Ledger Wallet, Trezor Wallet | high frequency, extremely low latency, constant availability, low cost, financial, high frequency |
| Academic Researchers | Studying blockchain technology and its implications. | Blockchain Research Institute, Blockchain Labs | based on research |
| Development Testers | Conducting stress tests and performance evaluations on networks | Truffle, Ganache | high frequency, moderate latency, constant availability, free, high frequency |
| Fintech Companies | Integrating blockchain for financial services. | Ripple, Circle | high frequency, extremely low latency, constant availability, low cost, financial, high frequency |
| Supply Chain Operators | Utilizing blockchain for tracking and verification | VeChain, IBM Food Trust | high frequency, extremely low latency, constant availability, low cost, financial, high frequency |
| Funding Platforms | Utilizes blockchain to allow users to crowdfund, donate, and invest into products/projects | Gitcoin, Giveth, Octant, Juicebox | high frequency, extremely low latency, constant availability, low cost, financial, high frequency |
| Gambling Platforms/Casinos | Use cryptocurrency to bet, gamble and play  | Rollbit | high frequency, extremely low latency, constant availability, financial, high frequency |
| Blockchain Layers | Base layers and rollups | Optimism, Ethereum | Node operators, low level integrations |
| Oracles | Creates data feeds, bringing real world data into the blockchain | Tellor Chainlink |  |

## I. DeFi (Decentralized Finance)

### Insights:
- **Type:** DeFi (Decentralized Finance)
- **Description:** Platforms for lending, token swapping, prediction markets, and more.
- **Example:** Compound, Uniswap, Superfluid
- **Attributes:** Open source, financial, prioritizes: availability, low latency, moderate request frequency.
- **GitHub Repositories:**
  - [Uniswap Interface](https://github.com/Uniswap/interface/blob/main/src/rpc/AppRpcProvider.ts) - DEFI, Uses Alchemy.
  - [Alluo Finance](https://github.com/GetAlluo/decentralised-app) - DEFI, Uses Alchemy.
  - [Superfluid Finance](https://github.com/superfluid-finance/superfluid-console/blob/master/src/redux/store.ts#L31) - DEFI, Uses Infura.

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## II. Marketplaces

### Insights:
- **Type:** Marketplaces
- **Description:** Platforms for buying and selling real/digital assets like NFTs.
- **Example:** SuperRare, NBA Top Shot, Rarible, OpenSea.
- **Attributes:** Closed source, financial, prioritizes: availability, low latency, moderate request frequency.
- **GitHub Repositories:**
  - [Decentraland Marketplace](https://github.com/decentraland/marketplace) - NFTs, Uses Default ethers RPC.

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## III. Gaming

### Insights:
- **Type:** Gaming
- **Description:** Web3 games that utilize NFTs for in-game asset ownership and trading.
- **Example:** Axie Infinity, CryptoKitties.
- **Attributes:** Entertainment, availability, low latency, high request frequency.
- **GitHub Repositories:**
  - [CryptoKitties](https://github.com/dapperlabs/dapper-contracts) - Unknown RPC.

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## IV. DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organizations)

### Insights:
- **Type:** DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organizations)
- **Description:** Governance-focused entities that make decisions based on token holdings and voting.
- **Example:** DAOstack, Aragon.
- **Attributes:** Social, availability, open source, cost, low request frequency.
- **GitHub Repositories:**
  - [Developer DAO](https://github.com/Developer-DAO/web3-ui) - DAO, Uses Alchemy.

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## V. Social Media

### Insights:
- **Type:** Social Media
- **Description:** Decentralized platforms that store user data on decentralized networks.
- **Example:** Minds, Peepeth.
- **Attributes:** Social, availability, low latency, high request frequency.
- **GitHub Repositories:**
  - [HeyXYZ (formerly Lenster)](https://github.com/heyxyz/hey/pull/3357/files) - Public RPCs.
  - [Zora](https://github.com/search?q=repo%3Aourzora%2Fnft-hooks%20rpc&type=code) - Cloudflare ETH RPC.

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## VI. Creator Platforms

### Insights:
- **Type:** Creator Platforms
- **Description:** Empower creators to have control over their content and monetize through NFTs.
- **Example:** Foundation, Zora.
- **Attributes:** Social, availability, low latency, low cost, low request frequency.
- **GitHub Repositories:**
  - [Zora](https://github.com/search?q=repo%3Aourzora%2Fnft-hooks%20rpc&type=code) - Cloudflare ETH RPC.

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## VII. Messaging Protocols

### Insights:
- **Type:** Messaging Protocols
- **Description:** Privacy-focused DApps offering encrypted communication channels.
- **Example:** Status, Keybase.
- **Attributes:** High frequency, extremely low latency, constant availability, low cost, social, high frequency.
  
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## VIII. Ticketing

### Insights:
- **Type:** Ticketing
- **Description:** Blockchain-based solutions for ticketing, addressing scalping and fraud.
- **Example:** Blockparty, GUTS Tickets.
- **Attributes:** Moderate frequency, constant availability, low cost, social.

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## IX. Consumer Wallets

### Insights:
- **Type:** Consumer Wallets
- **Description:** Designed for individual users, prioritizing ease of use.
- **Example:** MetaMask, Trust Wallet.
- **Attributes:** High frequency, extremely low latency, constant availability, low cost, financial, high frequency.
- **GitHub Repositories:**
  - [MetaMask](https://github.com/search?q=repo%3AMetaMask%2Fmetamask-extension%20rpc&type=code) - Public RPC by default, user can change RPC manually.
  - [Trust Wallet](https://github.com/search?q=repo%3Atrustwallet%2Fdeveloper%20rpc&type=code) - Public RPCs by default for every chain.

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## X. Institutional Wallets

### Insights:
- **Type:** Institutional Wallets
- **Description:** Require higher security and functionality for managing large transactions.
- **Example:** Ledger Wallet, Trezor Wallet.
- **Attributes:** High frequency, extremely low latency, constant availability, low cost, financial, high frequency.

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## XI. Academic Researchers

### Insights:
- **Type:** Academic Researchers
- **Description:** Studying blockchain technology and its implications.
- **Example:** Blockchain Research Institute, Blockchain Labs.
- **Attributes:** Based on research.

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## XII. Development Testers

### Insights:
- **Type:** Development Testers
- **Description:** Conducting stress tests and performance evaluations on networks.
- **Example:** Truffle, Ganache.
- **Attributes:** High frequency, moderate latency, constant availability, free, high frequency.

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## XIII. Fintech Companies

### Insights:
- **Type:** Fintech Companies
- **Description:** Integrating blockchain for financial services.
- **Example:** Ripple, Circle.
- **Attributes:** High frequency, extremely low latency, constant availability, low cost, financial, high frequency.

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## XIV. Supply Chain Operators

### Insights:
- **Type:** Supply Chain Operators
- **Description:** Utilizing blockchain for tracking and verification.
- **Example:** VeChain, IBM Food Trust.
- **Attributes:** High frequency, extremely low latency, constant availability, low cost, financial, high frequency.

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## XV. Funding Platforms

### Insights:
- **Type:** Funding Platforms
- **Description:** Utilizes blockchain to allow users to crowdfund, donate, and invest into products/projects.
- **Example:** Gitcoin, Giveth, Octant, Juicebox.
- **Attributes:** High frequency, extremely low latency, constant availability, low cost, financial, high frequency.
- **GitHub Repositories:**
  - [Gitcoin](https://github.com/gitcoinco/web/blob/7c66485f75dbe5ca072892862ff6c9754baf889a/app/assets/v2/js/pages/bounty_detail/casper_extension.js#L14) - Uses many RPCs.

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## XVI. Gambling Platforms/Casinos

### Insights:
- **Type:** Gambling Platforms/Casinos
- **Description:** Use cryptocurrency to bet

### Blockchain Usage Statistics by Country/Region:

1. **United States:**
   - Blockchain adoption in the United States has shown significant growth, particularly in finance and supply chain management.
   - Market Size: [Statista - Blockchain technology market size in the U.S.](https://www.statista.com/statistics/647231/worldwide-blockchain-market-size/)

2. **China:**
   - China has actively explored blockchain technology, with major projects in finance, logistics, and healthcare.
   - Industry Overview: [China Internet Watch - Blockchain Industry Overview in China](https://www.chinainternetwatch.com/31689/blockchain-forecast/)

3. **Europe:**
   - European countries, including the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, have embraced blockchain for financial transactions and cross-border payments.
   - Source: [European Central Bank - Virtual currency schemes](https://www.ecb.europa.eu/pub/pdf/other/virtualcurrencyschemesen.pdf)

4. **India:**
   - India is experiencing a surge in blockchain adoption, especially in the banking and financial sectors.
   - Source: [NASSCOM - Blockchain in India](https://www.investindia.gov.in/team-india-blogs/blockchain-powering-indias-technological-transformation)

5. **Africa:**
   - Several African countries are exploring blockchain for applications in areas such as land registration and supply chain management.
   - Source: [Blockchain Africa Conference - Blockchain in Africa](https://blockchainafrica.co/blog/)

6. **Middle East:**
   - The Middle East has shown interest in blockchain, with initiatives in Dubai implementing blockchain in government services.
   - Source: [World Economic Forum - How the Middle East is set to drive blockchain](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2021/03/digital-tokens-could-transform-the-economies-of-the-middle-east-and-north-africa/)

7. **Southeast Asia:**
   - Countries like Singapore are at the forefront of blockchain adoption, focusing on financial services and trade.
   - Source: [PwC - Blockchain in Southeast Asia](https://www.statista.com/outlook/dmo/fintech/digital-assets/cryptocurrencies/asia#revenue)

### Blockchain Startup Hubs:

1. **United States:**
   - Silicon Valley, California, remains a major hub for blockchain startups.
   - Well-Funded Startups: [CB Insights - The United States Of Crypto: The Most Well-Funded Blockchain Startups In Each State](https://www.crunchbase.com/hub/united-states-blockchain-companies)
   - *Numerical Insight: Silicon Valley hosts over 200 active blockchain startups.*

2. **Europe:**
   - London, Berlin, and Zurich are notable European cities with vibrant blockchain startup ecosystems.
   - Startups to Watch: [EU-Startups - 10 European blockchain startups to watch in 2023](https://www.crunchbase.com/hub/european-union-blockchain-companies)
   - *Numerical Insight: Europe collectively boasts more than 500 blockchain startups.*

3. **Asia-Pacific:**
   - Singapore is a prominent hub in the Asia-Pacific region, fostering a growing blockchain startup ecosystem.
   - Global Hub Potential: [Tech in Asia - Singapore has the ingredients to become a global blockchain hub](https://www.crunchbase.com/hub/asia-pacific-blockchain-companies)
   - *Numerical Insight: Singapore alone hosts over 100 active blockchain startups.*

4. **China:**
   - Beijing and Shanghai have seen a surge in blockchain startups.
   - Funding Challenges: [China Blockchain usage statistics](https://www.cbinsights.com/research/china-blockchain-cryptocurrency-investment-trends/)
   - *Numerical Insight: China has over 300 active blockchain startups.*

5. **Israel:**
   - Tel Aviv is a hub for technology innovation, including blockchain startups.
   - Technology Innovation: [Blockchain Technology Takes Root in Israel](https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/bkf9ydlz9)
   - *Numerical Insight: Israel's blockchain ecosystem includes more than 50 active startups.*

6. **Switzerland:**
   - Zurich and Zug, known as "Crypto Valley," host a significant number of blockchain and cryptocurrency startups.
   - Favorable Environment: [Switzerland](https://fintechnews.ch/blockchain_bitcoin/top-50-crypto-and-blockchain-companies-in-switzerland-2022/51255/)
   - *Numerical Insight: Crypto Valley is home to over 150 blockchain and crypto-related companies.*

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## Countries with restrictions on Blockchain technology

1. **Algeria:**
   - In 2018, the Algerian government issued a public warning about the use of cryptocurrencies and blockchain, citing concerns about potential misuse for illegal activities.
   

2. **Morocco:**
   - The use of cryptocurrencies and blockchain has faced restrictions in Morocco, with the central bank and regulatory authorities expressing concerns about the lack of consumer protection.
   

3. **Bangladesh:**
   - The use of cryptocurrencies is prohibited in Bangladesh, and the authorities have taken strict measures against individuals involved in trading or promoting digital currencies.
   

4. **Bolivia:**
   - Bolivia has explicitly banned the use of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
  

5. **Ecuador:**
   - In 2014, Ecuador passed a law that prohibits the use of cryptocurrencies, and the government introduced its own digital currency.


[Legality Map](https://cryptonews.com/guides/countries-in-which-bitcoin-is-banned-or-legal.htm)


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## Github repositories:

### DEFI

- (Uniswap interface)[https://github.com/Uniswap/interface/blob/main/src/rpc/AppRpcProvider.ts]   DEFI - USES Alchemy
- (Alluo Finance)[https://github.com/GetAlluo/decentralised-app]   DEFI - USES Alchemy
- (Superfluid Finance)[https://github.com/superfluid-finance/superfluid-console/blob/master/src/redux/store.ts#L31] DEFI - Uses Infura

### NFT Marketplaces

- (Decentraland) https://github.com/decentraland/marketplace NFTs - USES Default ethers rpc

### DAOs

- (Developer DAO)[https://github.com/Developer-DAO/web3-ui]  DAO - USES Alchemy 

### Funding

- (Gitcoin) [https://github.com/gitcoinco/web/blob/7c66485f75dbe5ca072892862ff6c9754baf889a/app/assets/v2/js/pages/bounty_detail/casper_extension.js#L14] FUNDING - Uses many RPCs

### Gaming

- (CryptoKitties)[https://github.com/dapperlabs/dapper-contracts] Unknown RPC

### DAOs

- (Aragon)[https://github.com/search?q=repo%3Aaragon%2Faragon-apps%20rpc&type=code] uses INFURA

### Social

- (HeyXYZ formerly Lenster)[https://github.com/heyxyz/hey/pull/3357/files] Public RPCs

### Creator platforms

- (Zora)[https://github.com/search?q=repo%3Aourzora%2Fnft-hooks%20rpc&type=code] Cloudflare ETH RPC

### Consumer Wallets

- (Metamask) [https://github.com/search?q=repo%3AMetaMask%2Fmetamask-extension%20rpc&type=code] Public RPC by default, user can change RPC manually
- (Trust wallet)[https://github.com/search?q=repo%3Atrustwallet%2Fdeveloper%20rpc&type=code] Public RPCs by default for every chain


### NonCustodial VS Custodial blockchain product usage statistics:

It seems as thought the CEX market is 8-9 times larger than the DEX counterpart. Given that CEX provide users with custodial wallets we can safely say that there are around 8x more custodial wallets than non-custodial

Metamask reports 20-30 million monthly users. Binance on the other hand has 130 million registered users, while Coinbase reports 110 registered users.

A small survey of 20 web3 professionals asking them how they use their Non-custodial wallets: 

![image](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/rkYsjeCSp.png)


Sources:

https://cointelegraph.com/news/decentralized-exchanges-and-aggregators-drive-defi-growth

https://medium.com/@ultimateapp/unstoppable-finance-wallet-survey-c43417d34a66

https://www.finder.com/binance-statistics