# About Zico DAO ### Get started Follow our handy guides to get started on the basics as quickly as possible: {% content-ref url="/pages/UNdQA4CEYvLAkC7c6jvc" %} [Tokens and their role](/zico-token/tokens-and-their-role) {% endcontent-ref %} {% content-ref url="/pages/77fHvchLmFsKiY2R3qXJ" %} [Technology and infrastructure](/zico-token/technology-and-infrastructure) {% endcontent-ref %} ### Fundamentals: Dive a little deeper Learn the fundamentals of Zico DAO to get a deeper understanding of our main purposes: {% content-ref url="/pages/TF5IIXjj4tJL1UrTyJCT" %} [Zico DAO](/overview/zico-dao) {% endcontent-ref %} {% content-ref url="/pages/ZafTTWwYjKMTKsJeL7LM" %} [Why DAO?](/overview/why-dao) {% endcontent-ref %} {% content-ref url="/pages/HzovrHIsFzmjqoB07rWB" %} [The Concept](/overview/the-concept) {% endcontent-ref %} {% content-ref url="/pages/0kPL3IaqrgMD9LfQAtn5" %} [Why Zico?](/overview/why-zico) {% endcontent-ref %} # Zico DAO Who are we? {% hint style="info" %} **Introduction**: We are a group of digital philately enthusiasts who want to work together to develop our collections and promote digital philately both in our surroundings and in society. Our DAO will be based on the principles of democracy, honesty, equality, and transparency, using blockchain technology and utility tokens that will motivate DAO members to actively participate. {% endhint %} # Why DAO? Our Goals ## Mission and Vision Our mission is to build and develop a community that promotes knowledge of digital philately and supports the emerging innovative collectibles market based on blockchain/NFT technology. Our vision is to become the leading group of enthusiasts in the field of digital philately worldwide, providing innovative solutions, professional care for enthusiasts and collectors, and spreading knowledge about modern philately. ## Business goals Our goal is to promote and develop the digital philately community through socially organized auctions, sales, exchange, and collecting of postage stamps, crypto stamps, and other philately-related products. We use blockchain technology to create a secure and transparent platform for collecting postage stamps and crypto stamps. ## Social and environmental goals Our goal is to promote sustainable development through environmental protection and recycling. We also aim to work for the local community by organizing charity events and social initiatives that will have a positive impact on society. ## Technological goals We use blockchain technology to create a secure, transparent, and scalable platform for exchanging and collecting postage stamps and crypto stamps. We use one of the most popular blockchain-based solutions called utility tokens, which will help us manage our community's votes and reflect the majority's will. Our goal is also to develop innovative tools and applications related to digital philately that will help collectors manage their collections. Finally, our goal is to create a dynamic and diverse community of digital philately enthusiasts who will work together within the DAO to develop their collections and promote philately in society. {% hint style="info" %} **Summary:** Our DAO is aimed at digital philately enthusiasts who want to work together to develop their passion and promote philately in society. Our business and social goals are equally important and aim to increase the value of digital philately collections, promote sustainable development and social activities, and use blockchain technology to create a secure and transparent community of digital philatelists. The DAO will operate in a democratic and transparent manner, using social token-based voting to enable members to decide on the direction of the DAO community's development and make key decisions about its operations. The DAO will also operate openly and be open to collaboration with external entities that can contribute significantly to achieving the DAO community's goals. {% endhint %} # Why Zico? Strategic objectives 1. **Building and developing a digital philately community through organizing meetings, discussions, competitions, and other events for the community.** 2. **Supporting education and knowledge about digital philately by providing educational materials, guides, and articles.** 3. **Creating and providing tools that facilitate collecting and engagement in digital philately, such as digital asset exchange platforms, cryptocurrency wallets, and collection management applications.** 4. **Collaborating with other organizations and entities related to cryptophilately to promote this field and create valuable partnerships.** 5. **Implementing innovative projects related to cryptophilately, such as creating collections based on blockchain technology and NFT solutions, as well as tokenizing stamps and other philatelic items.** # The Concept Operating principles {% hint style="success" %} **Idea:** Our actions will be based on democracy, honesty, transparency, equality, and openness. We will operate according to the highest standards of conduct in the cryptocurrency/blockchain industry, including ethical behavior and promoting safety practices when dealing with digital assets, including NFTs. {% endhint %} {% hint style="success" %} **Democracy:** Every member of the DAO has an equal right to vote and influence the decisions made by the DAO, their right depends directly on the strength of the community tokens used for voting. {% endhint %} {% hint style="success" %} **Honesty:** the DAO's actions will be based on principles of honesty, transparency, and business ethics. {% endhint %} {% hint style="success" %} **Equality:** every member of the DAO will be treated with equal attention and respect, regardless of age, gender, race, origin, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. {% endhint %} {% hint style="success" %} **Transparency:** the DAO's operation will be based on full transparency, including the publication of documents and protocols on the blockchain platform and in publicly accessible repositories. {% endhint %} {% hint style="success" %} **Openness:** the DAO will be open to cooperation with other entities that can contribute to the realization of the DAO's goals. {% endhint %} {% hint style="info" %} **Evolution.** This project is built to evolve. {% endhint %} # Tokens and their role ZICO tokens will primarily serve as a means of voting for our DAO community, giving the community the power to make decisions regarding the future of our collective project. Tokens will be distributed according to the rules established by the DAO. We plan to conduct an Airdrop of Zico tokens to the crypto-philatelic community from a dedicated pool. The social token Airdrop will be free of charge, with no purchase or emission costs required. # Technology and infrastructure Blockchain technology The DAO will utilize blockchain technology and NFT applications on Polygon Network to enable secure, fast, and reliable transaction processing and management of data related to philatelic collection and trading. All processes will be carried out on the DAO platform, available on the Internet, which will provide easy access to information and services. # Tokenomics Ziconomics ZICO is a governance token. It encourage the community engagement with the Polish Crypto Stamp project by opening up the ability to participate in governance and its further development. ### Overview {% hint style="info" %} Token Name: **ZICO** {% endhint %} {% hint style="info" %} Token Ticker: **$ZICO** {% endhint %} {% hint style="info" %} Total Supply (hard cap): **18.101.558** {% endhint %} ### ZICO Token Contract {% embed url="" %} # Distribution Supply Allocation ### ZICO Token Allocation Overview

$ZICO supply and distribution.

### Token Conversion Rate #### Edition 1st * #### Snapshots #1 - #5 {% hint style="info" %} **1 Augustus = 1,35 Copernicus = 10 Annas = 5 K5** (category 5) {% endhint %} {% hint style="info" %} **1 Augustus** = **2 K4** (cat. 4) = **3 K3** (cat. 3) = **4 K2** (cat. 2) = **5 K1** (cat. 1) {% endhint %} #### Edition 2nd * #### Snapshots #6 - {% hint style="info" %} **1 Augustus = 1,25 Copernicus = 10 Annas = 2 K5** (category 5) {% endhint %} {% hint style="info" %} **1 Hedwig = 1,25 John = 10 Annas (2)** {% endhint %} {% hint style="info" %} **1 Augustus** = **2 K4** (cat. 4) = **2.85 K3** (cat. 3) = **4 K2** (cat. 2) = **5 K1** (cat. 1) = **2 K5** (cat. 5) {% endhint %} ### ZICO Token Allocation Summary
CategoryPercentageTotal SupplyAvailable at LunchCliff PeriodVestin Period (inc. Clif)
Total Supply100%18,101,55810,860,934.8N/AN/A
Strategic Partners (VIP)3%543,046.74325,828.0443-4months12 months
Partnership3%543,046.74325,828.044N/AN/A
Team15%2,715,233.701,629,140.223-4 months12 months
Marketing4%724,062.32724,062.32N/AN/A
Liquidity20%3,620,311.62,172,186.96N/AN/A
DAO Reserves4%724,062.32724,062.32N/AN/A
Community51%9,231,794.585,539,076.7483-4 months12 months
# Allocation and vesting ### ZICO Token Eligibility Rules * #### Valid for snapshots #1 - #5 {% hint style="info" %} **Minted K5** (Category 5 of The Polish Crypto Stamp Edition 1st during its active period) token. {% endhint %} {% hint style="info" %} **2 x K1** (Category 1 of The Polish Crypto Stamp Edition 1st) {% endhint %} * #### Valid for snapshots #6 - {% hint style="info" %} Set **K1-K4** (1 x K1, 1 x K2, 1 x K3, 1 x K4) or equivalent according to allocation weights i.e. **1.3** Augusts - directly imported from paper wallet {% endhint %} ### ZICO Token Vesting Overview
## Schedule 1. Snapshot will take place every month before token allocation to wallets. 2. All tokens of the Crypto Stamp and Philatelic Thaler collections will be counted for allocation. # Utilities Token Utility ZICO holders would contribute and vote on a number of project decisions, in particular: * The collection themes * Project roadmap: priorities any features * Tokenomics changes * Community membership and actions Additionally ZICO would be used as payment option for fees on the future crypto stamps marketplace. # Implementation plans - integrations TBA # Members and their roles ## Membership Membership in our DAO will be based on owning tokens, which will be used for voting and decision-making within the DAO, and in the future for using the DAO's collector platform. The tokens will be based on blockchain technology and NFT applications, which will ensure the security and transparency of transactions and prevent potential attempts at fraud. ## Community DAO members are digital philatelists from all over the world. Their role will be to participate in the digital philately community, promote knowledge about philately, and use DAO services. By joining the community centered around the DAO, members will have access to various features and tools, which will be developed, including: * collector platform * collection management tools * discussion forum * and many others We plan to organize various events such as auctions, exhibitions, meetings, and contests that will enable our members to meet and share their philatelic passion. ## The basis Our DAO will operate as an autonomous organization based on blockchain technology and in a blockchain-based world. Each community member will have the opportunity to vote and express their opinion on matters important to the DAO. We allow for the introduction of different roles that will significantly influence the efficient level of DAO management and its dynamic development. Such action will support our mission and achieving the goals we set for ourselves when creating the DAO for the community. # Voting Voting rules ### General Rules 1. Voting will take place on the Snapshot platform or a dedicated governance contract. 2. All members of the community have the opportunity to submit proposals for a vote. 3. Proposals submitted are discussed on the dedicated Discord channel and presented to the DAO team members for approval. 4. Only the DAO team mambers have the permissions to submit topics for voting. 5. Due to the nature of the project and the company, the Polish Post Office to which the project belongs may not take the results of the vote into account. 6. Minimum valid number of voting participants 10% DAO, if the condition is not met, the core team may consider the vote valid in the case of unanimity. The value of the parameter may be changed in the future. 7. Minimum threshold for passing a yes/no vote, 70% of the total votes cast. 8. The time frame for the vote is set by the core team each time up to the subject of the voting, with a minimum of 7 days. 9. Core Team VETO - a clause declaring a vote invalid if a decision detrimental to the project is voted through, all core team members must object by 5 days after the vote. 10. 2 stages of voting: core team vote on whether a proposal goes to voting - up to 14 days, community core vote. ### Voting Topics * Collection themes * ZICO Token utilities * Tokenomics * etc. {% embed url="" %} # Activity and projects The DAO will organize auctions, exhibitions, training, and conferences, promote the collection of digital philatelic assets, and support scientific research related to philately. We will develop new tools and services that will help collectors trade and manage their collections. The DAO will also undertake actions to protect philatelic heritage and preserve philatelic traditions and culture. # Finance and fund management The DAO will manage financial resources in a transparent and honest manner. All transactions and expenditures will be published on the DAO platform to ensure transparency and compliance with management principles. The DAO will maintain accounting and settlement in accordance with applicable regulations # Cooperation The DAO will strive to establish partnerships with industry partners in philately and technology to create innovative solutions, promote digital philatelic collecting and engagement, and support scientific research and preservation of philatelic heritage. # Communication and promotion The DAO will conduct effective communication with members of the digital philately community and interested parties. We will regularly inform about DAO's activities and projects and provide valuable educational and informational materials on digital philately. We will also promote digital philatelic collecting and engagement on various communication platforms and channels. # Dead Cryptophilatelist Society > There’s a time for daring and there’s a time for caution, and a wise man understands which is called for.” \~ Dead Poets Society, 1989 # Members ## The Team {% hint style="info" %} **Were we came from?** We all met at Polish Crypto Stamp Discord server. {% endhint %} * **@bartori** * @bizi * **@hndovgd** * **@jok** * **@pmysl** * **@nalesnik** * **@RP** * **@Sedi** * **@Topteam** * **@rutilicus** {% embed url="" %} ## Bios ### bizi NFT collector & trader Crypto holder E-commerce Finding creative solutions is my passion Privately optimistic psychonaut, biohacker, mobility enthusiast, festivals volunteer ### **hndovgd** ZicoDAO Core Team Member Social Media Strategist Creative Content Manager Quality and Policy Team contributor Privately a poet, runner and small investor Coffee addict, working on it Paranoid about words, in general ### nalesnik Programmer, crypto and defi researcher Creator of first polish Bitcoin stamp Privately like to travel, ice swim, speculate on weird things, walk around with podcasts on headphones, read about economy, geopolitics and try to understand how world works. Collector of unnoticeable small works of everyday art. Author of an amateur blog about stamps, coins and banknotes exploring the world of crypto stamps. Fan of history books, SF, crime stories, thrillers and invented worlds. \ Antiphile of conspiracy theories of history and symmetrists. {% embed url="" %} IT Consultant experienced in implementation of geospatial and asset register software. Digital assets collector and blockchain technology enthusiast. Loves outdoor activities (hiking, sports) and grunge. ### pmysl Avid hacker, constantly pushing the boundaries of his knowledge and experimenting with diverse ideas. Dedicated to continuous learning and improvement. Natural curiosity, makes him a great addition to the team. ### RP Crypto space enthusiast, hodler. Planning and controlling expert in banking. Managing the financial and sales area in the legal services industry. In his spare time a sailor and windsurfer. ### Sedi > As a member of the Dead Cryptophilatelist Society, I aspire to work towards world peace and inspire others to join in these efforts. I believe that each of us can have an impact on creating a better and more harmonized world. {% embed url="" %} ### rutilicus IT & Corporate Architect Blockchain & Web3 Developer MBA, TOGAF9, PMA, PRINCE2, CGEIT, SCEA, etc. Privately holistic renaissance man, triathlete, runner, ultrarunner, mountain biker {% embed url="" %} # Partners ### Polish Crypto Stamp, Polish Post Philately Office
{% embed url="" %} # Acknowledgements # Roadmap The DAO will continuously expand its scope of activity, adapting to the changing needs of digital philately community members and the evolving collector market. We will monitor trends and innovations in the digital philately industry and implement new solutions that will allow us to maintain our leadership position in this field. # Timeline ZICO DAO Progress in Hindsight ## Phase I Q2'23 * [x] Initial snapshot (Thalers + K5 Holders) * [x] Initial allocation airdrop * [x] Announcing the ZICO DAO Whitepaper and Roadmap * [x] Announcing the issue schedule for the Polish Crypto Stamp collections for 2023 * [x] Competition (TBA) * [x] Special Edition NFT Series * [x] Issue of the new Philatelic Thaler * [x] Regular Discord server events for the community (ZICO holders) * [x] Snapshot (Thalers, K5, K1-K4 Holders) * [x] 2nd tranche allocation * [x] Fiat payment gateway for on-chain purchases * [ ] Cryptophilatelic loyalty badges feature * [ ] Custom NFT's collection support * [x] Snapshot (Thalers, K5, K1-K4 Holders) * [x] 3rd tranche allocation * [x] Announcement of voting (April's competition 1st stage) * [x] Special Edition NFT Series * [x] Community meet up ## Phase II Q3'23 * [x] Snapshot (Thalers, K5, K1-K4 Holders) * [x] 4th tranche allocation * [x] 1st ZICO claim window open * [x] 1st (beta version) of the stockbooks marketplace (exchange feature) * [x] Issue of the new Philatelic Thaler * [x] Snapshot (Thalers, K5, K1-K4 Holders) * [x] 5th tranche allocation * [x] Archive stamps tokenization * [x] Community voting * [x] Snapshot (Thalers, K5, K1-K4 Holders) * [x] 6th tranche allocation * [x] Closing of the competition, Announcement of the 2nd Polish Crypto Stamp Edition ## Phase III Q4'23 * [x] Polish Crypto Stamp Edition 2nd * [x] 2nd (beta version) of the stockbooks marketplace (fees, payments in ZICO) * [x] Blog, tutorials section ## Phase IV Q1'24 * [x] Traits Packs (rarity boosters) * [x] Stockbooks - Reword System * [x] ZicoSwap * [ ] User E-mail (federated) Based Registration ## Phase V Q2'24 * [ ] Crypto Stamp E-Shop * [ ] Stamp Market - Private Sales * [ ] Stamp Market Trading Rewards * [ ] ZicoDAO Stacking Rewards * [ ] Liquidity Pool Release (after all transhes are distributed) ## Phase VI Q3'24 * [ ] Stamp Market - Collection Offers * [ ] Stamp Market - Auctions * [ ] Stamp Market - Deals ## Phase VII Q4'24 * [ ] Zico Network {% file src="/files/AGfzimrxsbFFnXHu3hdA" %} # About this manifesto This DAO manifesto describes the principles and methods for creating a strong and innovative digital philately community that will promote philatelic knowledge, integrate enthusiasts, and support the creation of an innovative collector market based on blockchain/NFT technology. It also includes all the necessary elements, such as purpose and vision, operating principles, management principles, technology and infrastructure, tokens and their role, business goals, finance and fund management, collaboration with partners, communication and promotion, and evolution and development. As a result, our DAO will be able to effectively achieve its goals within the community, develop, and contribute to the development of philatelic heritage. We will comply with applicable regulations and ethical standards, and decisions will be based on consensus and democracy. We believe that the proposed approach to digital philatelic collecting and engagement will attract enthusiasts from around the world and contribute significantly to the development of this field in an innovative and sustainable manner. ### Version Version: 0.9 (draft) ### Disclaimer {% hint style="info" %} Due to the community-based nature of the work on the Zico DAO project, the manifesto is still under development and any update will be communicated to the community. {% endhint %} # Glossary
Blockchain A decentralized and distributed technology for storing and transmitting information, which allows for the creation of immutable and secure digital records of transactions and other data. It is a system in which information is stored in blocks, and each block contains transaction data, information about the time and order of transactions, and a unique verification code. The blocks are then linked together in a chain, creating a continuous and unalterable history of transactions. Blockchain is protected against external interference by advanced cryptographic techniques and data distribution across multiple computers in the network, making it very secure and difficult to falsify. Blockchain is used in many fields, including cryptocurrencies, logistics, supply chain, law, medicine, and many others.
NFT Short for non-fungible token, a type of digital asset whose value is based on uniqueness and unambiguity. Each NFT is unique and contains information about its owner and transaction history. NFTs are often used in the fields of art, computer games, collectible digital items, and virtual worlds.
DAO Short for decentralized autonomous organization, a type of organization that operates based on rules programmed on the blockchain and has no central management. Decisions in DAO are made democratically, and each member has an equal vote. DAOs are used for managing projects, investment funds, as well as social initiatives.
Cryptocurrency A type of digital currency that is based on blockchain technology and operates independently of traditional financial systems. Cryptocurrencies are characterized by anonymity, lack of central controlling institution, and low transaction costs. The most well-known cryptocurrencies are Bitcoin, Ethereum, and MATIC.
Token a unit of digital value that is issued and managed based on blockchain or other distributed ledger technology. Tokens are usually used as a form of payment or representation of ownership, access, or other resources within blockchain-based systems, on a specific blockchain. Tokens can have various uses, including: * **Utility tokens**: enable the use of a platform or service, such as tokens for payment for streaming services or tokens for using DeFi applications. * **Security tokens:** used to provide security in financial transactions or as a form of collateral for debtors, such as tokens secured by cryptocurrencies. * **Real estate tokens**: represent a part or whole ownership of real estate or investment in real estate. * **Non-fungible tokens**: NFTs, which represent one unique work of art or collectible item. Tokens are often used in ICOs (Initial Coin Offerings), where companies or organizations offer tokens to investors in exchange for funding projects.