StarkRank AI

# Open Grant Proposal: `Project Title`

Project Name: **StarkRank AI**

Proposal Category: **Developer and data tooling**

**Entity Name:** SEO Rank Media

**Proposer:** caleb60

**Project Repo(s):** N/A

**(Optional) Filecoin ecosystem affiliations:** N/A

**(Optional) Technical Sponsor:** N/A

**Do you agree to open source all work you do on behalf of this RFP under the MIT/Apache-2 dual-license?:** Yes

# Project Summary

StarkRank AI is an AI-powered discovery and analytics platform designed to improve access to high-quality projects across decentralized ecosystems. The platform aggregates and structures fragmented data from both on-chain and off-chain sources to help users identify, evaluate, and compare Web3 applications more effectively.

This project will integrate decentralized storage solutions such as Filecoin to store indexed datasets and project metadata, ensuring transparency, accessibility, and persistence of ecosystem data. By combining AI-driven insights with decentralized storage, StarkRank AI aims to create a reliable discovery layer for Web3 users.

## Impact

A major challenge in Web3 ecosystems is the fragmentation of information. Users struggle to discover high-quality projects due to scattered data, inconsistent metrics, and a lack of structured insights. This leads to poor user onboarding and reduced ecosystem growth.

StarkRank AI addresses this by creating a structured discovery layer powered by AI and supported by decentralized storage via Filecoin. By storing indexed datasets on Filecoin, the platform ensures data availability, transparency, and resilience.

Success would mean improved discoverability of projects, increased user engagement, and better capital allocation within decentralized ecosystems. Without such solutions, ecosystems risk stagnation due to a lack of accessible and trustworthy data.

## Outcomes

The final deliverable will be a functional AI-powered discovery platform with:

Aggregated and structured project data
AI-based ranking and analysis engine
Integration with Filecoin for decentralized data storage
User-facing interface for discovery and insights

## Data Onboarding

Number of indexed projects
Volume of data stored via Filecoin
User engagement and platform usage
Accuracy and usefulness of AI-driven insights
Data Onboarding
Month #1: 5–10 GB
Month #3: 25–50 GB
Month #6: 100+ GB
Month #12: 250+ GB

## Adoption, Reach, and Growth Strategies

The target audience includes Web3 users, investors, and developers seeking better tools to discover and evaluate projects.

Initial growth will focus on:

organic Web3 communities
direct outreach to projects
early adopters in analytics and AI spaces

## Development Roadmap

First 10 users: direct outreach and testing
First 100 users: community engagement and free access
Scaling through ecosystem partnerships
Development Roadmap
Milestone 1: MVP Development
Build a core AI ranking system
Initial dataset aggregation
Basic interface

Timeline: 2 months
Funding: $6,000

Milestone 2: Filecoin Integration
Store indexed datasets on Filecoin
Implement the retrieval layer
Improve the data pipeline

Timeline: 2 months
Funding: $7,000

Milestone 3: Platform Launch
Public release
User onboarding
Performance optimization

Timeline: 2 months
Funding: $7,000

## Total Budget Requested

| Milestone # | Description | Deliverables | Completion Date | Funding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MVP Development | AI engine + UI | Aug 2026 | $6,000 |
| 2 | Filecoin Integration | Data storage + retrieval | Oct 2026 | $7,000 |
| 3 | Launch | Public platform | Dec 2026 | $7,000 |

## Maintenance and Upgrade Plans

The platform will be continuously improved through iterative updates, expanded dataset coverage, and deeper integration with decentralized storage solutions. Long-term plans include scaling infrastructure and enhancing AI capabilities.

# Team

## Team Members

Solo Founder

## Team Member LinkedIn Profiles

https://www.linkedin.com/in/calebcturner/

## Team Website

seorankmedia.com

## Relevant Experience

Background in SEO, AI-assisted workflows, and data-driven digital systems. Experience includes building and optimizing discovery and ranking systems for real-world applications, which directly informs the development of this platform.

## Team code repositories

N/A

# Additional Information
Online research
caleb@seorankmedia.com