Lokka

An NFT marketplace for creating collectible player and club cards, similar to Socios.com.
Focused on: basketball, and smaller local leagues aiming to build a strong and loyal fan community.
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Lokka case
Location the UK
Our Role Product Discovery, Backend & Frontend development
Duration 01.2022 – 09.2024
Type of work Time & Materials

Background

The client approached the company with the goal of developing a unique marketplace during the peak of the NFT marketplace boom. The company conducted a rigorous selection process that lasted approximately 6–7 months, including regular calls to refine the company vision and plan the project in detail. In the end, the client chose to collaborate with our team.
Additionally, the project was intended to be built on the then relatively new but highly promising Hedera (HBAR) network due to its built-in capabilities, the still open yet rapidly growing ecosystem, and the opportunity to secure additional funding through a Hedera grant, which was eventually successfully obtained.
The project itself was designed as a tree-structured, multi-level tokenization model, where a single core platform token would serve as the foundation. Based on this token, clubs partnering with the company would be able to create their own tokens, as well as collectible NFT cards featuring their players and other digital assets.
One of the key additional features introduced during the project’s development was the creation of NFT-based electronic tickets for matches and events.

Key goals were to:

  • Develop the Token via Hedera Blockchain
  • Develop a fast and Secure NFT-marketplace
  • Ability to develop sub-tokens for sports clubs
  • Provide the ability of an assets tokenization and collectible NFTs creation
  • Develop an NFT-ticketing system
Number of sprints 55
Technologies
TypeScript
TypeScript
Node JS
Node JS
Nest.js
Nest.js
PostgreSQL
PostgreSQL
RabbitMQ
RabbitMQ
React JS
React JS
Redux
Stripe
Stripe
Hedera
Hedera Hashgraph
Google Cloud
Google Cloud
Pinata
Pinata
Docker
Docker
Kubernetes
GitLab CI/CD
GitLab CI/CD
Shopify API
Shopify Admin API

Tasks and challenges

What we had to do

The client came with the vision of supporting the growth of local teams and student sports, which often remain overlooked despite having strong potential and loyal community support. Naturally, the best approach was to build an NFT marketplace where teams could independently create their own tokens and collectible NFT cards, while also promoting the platform through their own fan networks, accelerating overall platform growth. The project’s goal was to develop a reliable and high-performance NFT marketplace capable of handling sharp traffic spikes during major events and peak activity periods.

Another important objective was the development of a highly secure storage infrastructure for tokens and NFTs.
The smart contract behind the core platform token also had to support the creation of additional sub-tokens that would influence the ecosystem’s value and popularity. The main token required a scalable architecture together with a reliable fee management mechanism.

One of the most challenging tasks was ensuring a seamless user experience for NFT-based tickets, which generated extremely high peak loads during matches and events. The complexity was increased by the fact that existing ticketing systems at the time were not designed to support NFT tickets, meaning the team had to build a unique infrastructure specifically tailored to this functionality.

  • Design the architecture of an NFT marketplace featuring teams, tokens, sub-tokens, and an extensive NFT ecosystem.
  • Develop the core, and several supporting smart contracts on the Hedera network.
  • Create a user-friendly dashboard for team and asset management.
  • Develop an intuitive interface for fans.
  • Build an open marketplace where fans could trade NFTs and tokens.
  • Ensure fast media content loading and delivery.
  • Implement secure token storage infrastructure.
  • Develop NFT-based tickets together with a redemption and validation mechanism.
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About Lokka
About Lokka
Shop Lokka
Shop Lokka

Solution

What was done

We developed a fast, secure, visually appealing, and user-friendly NFT marketplace.
It was decided to implement the solution as a PWA mobile application, significantly reducing distribution fees associated with the Apple App Store and Google Play Market.

Key steps included:
Creating wireframes and UX/UI design for the project.
Analyzing multiple blockchain alternatives beyond Hedera and confirmed it as the most suitable option for the platform.
Development of the core platform token, Lokka.
Implementing functionality allowing clubs to create their own tokens.
The ability to create collectible player NFTs and other digital assets.
Conducting continuous large-scale regression testing during key application implementation stages.
Developing NFT-based ticketing functionality.

  • Launched a fully functional service for creating and tracking challenges.
  • Implemented a betting system based on events, similar to prediction markets.
  • Built a Smart Feed that shows the most relevant challenges from friends and top users.
  • Introduced a Proof of Work system: users upload photo/video proof, which is validated by the community.
  • Developed a social interaction module: likes, encouraging comments, and achievement sharing.
  • Created a notifications and reminders system that maintains high retention rates.
  • Integrated gamification elements: badges, profile levels, and streaks.
  • Optimized UX so challenges can be created in under 30 seconds.
  • Set up engagement analytics to track viral mechanics.
  • Ensured responsive interface across all mobile devices.

our point of view

We started with a vision to empower local sports clubs and student leagues through blockchain technology and digital fan engagement. The project evolved into a scalable NFT marketplace ecosystem built on Hedera, where clubs could launch their own tokens, create collectible NFT player cards, and engage fans through NFT-based ticketing. Along the way, we developed secure smart contracts, high-load marketplace infrastructure, and a user-friendly PWA application designed to support rapid platform growth and seamless fan interaction
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Take a closer look

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User Profile
Users can update profile information, track their engagement, and access their digital assets within the Lokka ecosystem.
Account Lokka
Digital Shop
Fans can browse available collections, discover new releases, and participate in the growing sports token economy.
Club Lokka
Digital Gallery
It allows fans to explore owned digital collectibles, view detailed asset information, and manage their portfolio of player cards and sports memorabilia.
Gallery Lokka
Homepage
Acts as the central hub of the platform, highlighting featured clubs, trending NFT collections, and the latest marketplace activity.
Homepage Lokka
Shares Page
Fans can monitor asset value trends and make informed decisions when buying or managing their holdings.
Share Lokka
Wallet
Provides secure management of platform tokens, club tokens, and NFT assets.
Lokka

How long it took

What the client got
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Discovery
85 h.
UX Research
150 h.
UX/UI Design
150 h.
High-quality Development
2600 h.

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