Treasury proposal: Dot.alert() operational costs - Q1 2023

Proponent: 12uokSRn2hmEWPZuzHK1xqnFxRgyoApLtXRBd4jFan2x2T1P

Date: 20.12.2022

Requested USD: $25,712

Short description: Dot.alert() is a knowledgebase that provides practical guidelines for managing assets safely across the Polkadot ecosystem. As part of its mission, Dot.alert() has previously established a social contract with the Polkadot Treasury to fund its quarterly operational costs.

Achievements: Since its launch on 16th August 2022, Dot.alert() has:
- Published over 20 articles presenting Polkadot technologies in context
- Shared security tips and good practice for transacting on ecosystem platforms
- Delivered insights on community-made tools supporting Relay chains operations
- Disseminated contextual information about Polkadot directions on social media
- Created a collaborative space for Polkadot community members to contribute with their knowledge and expertise

Dot.alert() is seeking funding for its Q1 2023 operations, so that it can continue to make progress on the objectives laid out in its annual strategic plan.

You can find the full details of the proposal (including milestones, tasks, and costs for the period January – March 2023) here: Polkadot Maintenance Proposal Q1 2023 – Dot.alert().

You can find the full report for Q4 2022 milestones here: Dot.alert() Proposal - Milestones report_Dec2022

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