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dApp Incubator Documentation

Technical reference and guides for the dApp analytics platform.

Getting Started

What is dApp Incubator?

dApp Incubator is a cross-chain dApp analytics platform designed for crypto researchers, traders, and analysts. Track adoption metrics, trend scores, and AI-powered breakout signals across major blockchain networks.

Core Capabilities:

• Real-time dApp rankings and analytics

• AI-powered breakout signal detection

• Multi-chain tracking across 7+ networks

• Customizable watchlists and alerts

• Community prediction markets

Quick Start

1. Explore the Dashboard

Browse the main dashboard to see trending dApps ranked by our proprietary trend score. Filter by chain, category, or AI signal.

2. Create Your Account

Sign up to unlock personalized features including watchlists, alerts, and predictions.

3. Build Your Watchlist

Click the star icon on any dApp to add it to your watchlist for quick monitoring.

4. Configure Alerts

Set up notifications to get alerted when dApps hit breakout status or match your criteria.

Platform Features

Dashboard Overview

The dashboard provides a comprehensive view of dApp analytics:

MetricDescription
RankPosition based on trend score
TVLTotal Value Locked in USD
Wallets24h active wallet count
7d ChangeWeek-over-week growth percentage
ScoreProprietary trend score (0-100)
SignalAI classification status

AI Signal Classification

Our machine learning model analyzes growth patterns to classify each dApp:

BREAKOUT — High momentum detection 3+ consecutive days of >20% daily wallet growth with strong multi-metric momentum. High probability of continued growth.

RISING — Positive growth trajectory 7d wallet growth >20% with positive transaction growth. Building momentum phase.

DORMANT — Stable state Consistent user base with <10% growth. No significant metric changes.

DECLINING — Negative trajectory Decreasing metrics across multiple indicators.

Trend Score Algorithm

The TREND_SCORE is a normalized 0-100 metric combining multiple growth vectors:

TREND_SCORE = normalize(
  walletGrowth7d × 0.35 +
  txGrowth7d × 0.25 +
  volumeAcceleration × 0.25 +
  socialGrowth × 0.15
)

Score Interpretation:

• 90-100 — Exceptional growth, likely breakout

• 70-89 — Strong momentum

• 50-69 — Moderate activity

• <50 — Low activity or declining

Watchlists

Create personalized lists to track specific dApps:

  • Click the star icon to add/remove dApps
  • Access via the Watchlist page in sidebar
  • Syncs across devices when logged in
  • Free tier: 10 items | Pro: Unlimited

Alert Configuration

Configure notifications based on custom triggers:

Available Alert Types:

• Breakout Alert — Triggers on BREAKOUT signal

• Growth Threshold — Triggers when growth exceeds target

• Category Signal — Triggers on signal changes within category

Tier Limits:

• Free: 3 alerts

• Pro: Unlimited

• Enterprise: Unlimited + webhook support

Pricing Tiers

Plan Comparison

FeatureFreePro ($29/mo)Enterprise
dAppsTop 100All 500+All 500+
Chains3AllAll
Watchlist10 itemsUnlimitedUnlimited
Alerts3UnlimitedUnlimited
API Access1K req/day10K req/day
Webhooks
SupportCommunityPriorityDedicated

API Reference

Authentication

API access is available for Pro and Enterprise tiers.

**Request Header:**

Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY

Generate API keys in Dashboard → Settings → API Keys.

Endpoints

GET /api/v1/dapps

Returns paginated list of dApps with optional filters.

Query Parameters: • chain — Filter by network (ETHEREUM, BASE, SOLANA) • category — Filter by type (DEX, LENDING, NFT) • signal — Filter by AI signal • limit — Results per page (default: 50)

GET /api/v1/dapps/:slug

Returns detailed metrics for a specific dApp.

GET /api/v1/leaderboard

Returns top dApps ranked by trend score.

FAQ

Common Questions

How often is data refreshed?

Free tier: 15-minute intervals. Pro tier: Real-time streaming.

Which networks are supported?

Ethereum, Base, Solana, Arbitrum, Optimism, Polygon, BNB Chain.

How accurate are the AI signals?

Our signals have historically identified 73% of major breakouts 48+ hours in advance.

Can I export data?

Pro and Enterprise users can export via API or CSV download from the dashboard.