🛠📖 How to Contribute Metadata to b18a Protocol(Tutorial ONE)- CEX/DEX Address
In the realm of blockchain, metadata contributions play a pivotal role in enhancing data transparency and utility. Today, we delve into the process of contributing metadata, specifically focusing on categorizing addresses of Centralized Exchanges (CEX) and Dentralized Exchanges (DEX)within the b18a Protocol.
CEX Addresses Overview
Centralized exchanges typically comprise internal aggregation addresses and user custody wallet addresses.
Methods of Collecting CEX Addresses
Hot Wallets: By leveraging transparency measures adopted by CEXs, we can identify internal aggregation addresses (Hot or Cold wallets) through public disclosures. These disclosures often include proof of reserves or deposit addresses linked to exchange operations.
For example, Binance provides proof of reserves through transparent disclosures, accessible via links such as: Binance Transparency Commitment. Additionally, insights can be gathered from platforms like Etherscan’s label cloud and information disseminated through social and domain-specific media.
Deposit Addresses: Users can directly access deposit addresses provided upon account registration on various exchanges. By supplementing this data with entity information (exchange name), additional incentives can be earned. The following steps outline the general procedure:
- Account Registration and Verification: Begin by creating an account on the CEX, providing necessary details such as email, password, and undergoing identity verification.
- Login: Access your account on the exchange platform.
- Access Deposit Options: Navigate to the “Assets,” “Wallet,” or “Deposit” sections on the exchange interface.
- Select Cryptocurrency: Choose the cryptocurrency you wish to deposit.
- Retrieve Deposit Address: The exchange will provide a specific deposit address, typically a lengthy string of characters. Address formats may vary based on the cryptocurrency.
- Initiate Deposit: Transfer your digital assets from your personal wallet to the provided address, ensuring accuracy to avoid loss of funds.
- Await Confirmation: Depending on the blockchain network and exchange policies, confirmation may be required, which varies based on the number of network confirmations.
- Verify Receipt: Check your exchange account to confirm the successful deposit.
- Security Considerations: Always ensure addresses are obtained from reliable sources, and exercise caution in handling exchange login credentials and funds.
DEX Interactions Overview
When using tools like Uniswap, Sushiswap, PancakeSwap, etc., your account interacts with addresses associated with these services. With the help of blockchain explorers, you can observe the flow of funds, including deposit addresses, contract addresses, etc., which typically lead to internal addresses within DEX platforms.
Uniswap Interaction Pathway
- View Transaction History: Firstly, check your wallet address’s transaction history on Uniswap. This can be accomplished using blockchain explorers such as Etherscan.
- Identify Uniswap Contract Address: In your transaction history, locate interactions with Uniswap. Each transaction with Uniswap involves interaction with its smart contract address, which represents Uniswap’s service address.
- Utilize Blockchain Explorer: By entering your address into a blockchain explorer, you can view all interactions with the Uniswap contract. These contract addresses are typically public and consistent for specific Uniswap versions (e.g., Uniswap V2 or V3).
- Confirm Service Addresses: Finally, you can confirm these addresses as belonging to Uniswap’s service addresses through official Uniswap documentation or community resources.
By following these steps, users can actively contribute metadata related to CEX and DEX addresses to the b18a Protocol, enriching blockchain data and enhancing transparency within the ecosystem.
Additionally, during the Beta Test phase of b18a Protocol, all contributors and validators earn points that can translate into rewards within the future b18a ecosystem. Ready to make your mark on the blockchain world? Join us in the b18a Protocol community and start contributing today!
