- A new idea for Polkadot to work with Ethereum  
- Wants community opinions before starting work  
- Uses existing tools to make Ethereum work better on Polkadot  
- Keeps things safe and fast  
- Helps current Polkadot projects like Moonbeam  
- Needs small funding (30k-60k USDC) to start  
- Made by Wei Tang, who knows Ethereum well  
- Different from Parity's current plan

Deciding

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This is a symbolic treasury proposal that aims to gather community sentiment regarding a brand-new direction for Polkadot's Ethereum-compatibility layer. It's similar to the expensive referendum track of Wish for Change but only for a specific project (and not the whole network, therefore justifying a lower decision deposit). Due to this being an alternative approach compared with the direction that Parity is currently working on, we first would want to gather some serious opinions from voters, and therefore we think it's important to put this into coin voting to understand how things stand. If passed, beginning in September, we would then start a small treasury proposal for detailed initial work that will likely cost 30k-60k USDC.

This proposal will not replace Parity's Ethereum-compatibility approach that is scheduled on Polkadot Hub (AssetHub), but it's an alternative approach to it. The aim is to avoid the security concerns of Parity's proposal, and to avoid splitting the ecosystem (Polkadot Hub vs. Moonbeam / Acala EVM).

To do this, we aim to utilize the existing work of [revmc](https://github.com/paradigmxyz/revmc) from Paradigm that compiles EVM bytecode to LLVM, and then target that to PolkaVM. We build the full stack on the [existing full Ethereum-compatibility solution of Frontier](https://github.com/polkadot-evm/frontier). This will result in comparable performance with Parity's *revive* Ethereum-compatibility layer, without the drawbacks described below. This brand-new direction will be a **full-compatibility** solution, compared with *revive*'s **almost-compatibility** solution.

With this proposal, we also make sure existing Polkadot parachains are not left behind. As most current Ethereum-compatibility projects uses Frontier in one way or another, this brand-new direction will also be easily deployable to parachains like Moonbeam and Acala.

## Background

### The many Ethereum-compatibility layers of Polkadot

Ethereum-compatibility on Polkadot has long been in existance. This older project is called [Frontier](https://github.com/polkadot-evm/frontier). The on-chain component of `pallet-evm` and `pallet-ethereum` contain an EVM interpreter that executes EVM bytecode in a full-compatible way. An off-chain component provides compatibility for RPCs. The project has been used in productions for a long time. Current parachains, like Moonbeam and Acala EVM, either directly use Frontier or heavily modify it to suit their own needs. However, as Ethereum-compatibility was not Polkadot's focus, the project was always on the sideline.

In the past two years, the direction of Polkadot's smart contract platform has pivoted, and it was decided that Ethereum-compatibility is one of the main focus. Parity then starts to work on a new Ethereum-compatibility layer. The new architecture is named *revive*. It consists of an on-chain runtime *pallet-revive*, the unmodified Solidity compiler *solc* that compiles Solidity source code to YUL intermediate language, and the *resolc* compiler that compiles YUL to PolkaVM bytecodes. The new architecture is still in development but is expected to launch later this year according to the public roadmap.

### Security in focus

We must not forget why we were on a different direction in the first place and why the choice of Ethereum/EVM was not popular among Polkadot developers. Solidity and EVM were designed in the very early days of the blockchain history. They are, unfortunately, not well designed, and we should not underestimate the security implications of this. As an example, Parity itself was under [a massive hack](https://blog.openzeppelin.com/on-the-parity-wallet-multisig-hack-405a8c12e8f7) that resulted loss of over 150k ETH (30m USD at that time), directly affecting Polkadot presales. Not to mention all the specification surprises, unnoticed issues till the last minutes that even delayed Ethereum hard forks, as well as some of the more massive hacks (for example, theDAO). All those contributed to Parity's eventual discontinuation of its Parity Ethereum client and disengagement with the Ethereum ecosystem. The unsafety of Solidity and EVM was one of the important reasons why ink/Rust was used for smart contract.

At this moment we're deciding to move back to Ethereum, but we must not forget our expensive past lessons. Embracing Ethereum-compatibility means that security is again on high alert.

### The importance of a security-principled approach

It's in the author's opinion that revive, Parity's planned Ethereum-compatibility approach, [has safety concerns](https://forum.polkadot.network/t/almost-compatibility-is-unsafe/12990).

*revive* uses an "almost-compatibility" approach. The aim is to be able to compile the majority of Solidity source code unmodified, as to encourage users to migrate from Ethereum to Polkadot. Due to the fact that PolkaVM and EVM are different as well as the design differences of *revive*, the compiler has a large number of [documented differences](https://contracts.polkadot.io/revive_compiler/differences_yul_translation) compared with Ethereum.

Being able to compile Solidity source code unmodified to PolkaVM sounds nice on surface. However, as the author has argued in the above section, embracing Ethereum-compatibility means that security must be on high alert. EVM/Ethereum/Solidity is a subtle target, the Javascript of Web3. The problem of them does not often come from lack of security audits -- it's a multi-billion network and the code base often receives sufficient scrutiny. The problem often comes because it makes it easy for users to write unsafe code. Most of the common pitfalls on Ethereum are already well-documented after this many years. However, we're making the same mistake in Polkadot as the early day Ethereum. The codebase of *revive* can always be audited, but the way users write code on it cannot be fully anticipated in advance. This makes it difficult for even the most experienced security auditors to investigate the consequences of those differences and also how they will interact with existing known pitfalls on Ethereum.

This makes *revive*'s position of being an "almost-compatibility" system, not "full-compatibility", not "some-compatibility", slightly awkward. Some code changes are still occasionally required. Code audits must be redone.

Having those differences also make fuzz testing impossible. For a full-compatibility solution, one can always test all possible cases against another existing implementation until it reaches 100%. However, for an almost-compatibility solution, there will always be a large number of test cases failing attributed to the "known differences".

The essence of the problem is a lack of security-principled approach. The objective is set prematurely (compiling Solidity source code unmodified without a full consideration of what means "unmodified"), and also without a detailed call for review with the ecosystem shareholders and a full look at the desired user experiences.

### A split of the ecosystem

The approach of *revive* also splits Polkadot's Ethereum-compatibility ecosystem into two. The existing parachains like Moonbeam use Frontier. The vast difference in approach makes it difficult for them to adopt or migrate to take advantage of the performance of PolkaVM. We are making Ethereum-compatibility an important focus, but in the mean time we're abandoning "Polkadot-compatibility".

### A step back of the strategy

As with everyone else in the Polkadot community, it's also in the author's hope that the new *revive* Ethereum-compatibility layer can bring a massive inflow of dapp developers to Polkadot. But we also must consider the possibility if this won't be the case and prepare accordingly.

For example, Ethereum core devs, till today, still have the belief that the VM performance is not the main bottleneck. This belief is supported by the benchmarking work of Reth who used EVM-to-LLVM compiler to sync mainnet, and found only 10% performance improvements. In the future, as we have more performance-critical contracts, this may change, but because the dapp developers we attract will come from Ethereum, they may continue to be relauntent. The contract size compiling down to PolkaVM, compared with compiling down to EVM, will be significantly larger. In addition, we're so far not the only chain that has adopted RISC-V in production, and dapps developers may get attracted to them compared with us.

Whether or not our Ethereum-compatibility strategy delivers good results, the bottom line is that our strategy shouldn't hurt us, and it's in the author's opinion that we should never have security as the trade-off. A high-value hack on *revive*, regardless if we later decide it's purely the dapp developers' fault, is sufficient to kill all the momentum we have built up for PolkaVM, and gives us the label of being another unsafe smart contract platform. We shouldn't let that happen. We shouldn't trade security with performance.

In any case, it's important that we don't rush things. Once smart contracts are deployed, they become immutable. A rushed, but failed deployment is worse than delayed deployment. Whatever our methods are, we should ensure that it won't potentially do harm to Polkadot -- at least we shouldn't expose ourselves to an even more messy situation than Ethereum.

## Design

So here enters an alternative approach compared with revive.

*revive* uses a compiler stack as follows: Solidity -> YUL -> PolkaVM -> *pallet-revive*. The new approach in this project uses the compiler stack as follows: Solidity -> EVM -> PolkaVM -> Frontier. The Solidity pipeline becomes entirely unaltered. We compile native Solidity to native EVM bytecode. We then hook up the `revmc` project from Paradigm, which is an EVM-to-LLVM recompiler that has successfully synced Ethereum mainnet. This then gives us PolkaVM bytecodes, which is fed into Frontier and use the existing full-compatible system calls.

### EVM alongside PolkaVM

In this proposal, we will have EVM alongside PolkaVM. Frontier will still have its EVM interpreter and EVM bytecode will still be interpreted. Alongside with that, a native PolkaVM executor is deployed. This means that we can support all "fallback" cases and still remain full-compatible. Contract creation can either deploy PolkaVM directly (via a new transaction type) or it can still emit EVM bytecode and Frontier will handle everything just fine.

This allows for incremental speed-up that takes into considerations of existing Ethereum smart contracts already on Polkadot. An offchain compiler allows users to compile new contracts from EVM bytecode to PolkaVM and then deploy on-chain with native PolkaVM performance. If something is not possible, there is always the EVM interpreter as fallback.

### Code introspection

The main pain point for anything that is not EVM bytecode is code introspection. Because only new contracts will be deployed on-chain in PolkaVM, the issue of code introspection is solvable -- we simply disallow code introspection in the EVM -> PolkaVM compiler. As also discussed in the last section, for any deployed PolkaVM contract, we still allow it to emit EVM bytecode when necessary, and in this case we still have the EVM interpreter in Frontier for all fallback cases.

### EOF (EVM Object Format)

In this proposal, we anticipate that we'll likely heavily utilize EOF (EVM Object Format). This is a major upgrade on Ethereum that resolves many of the pain points of the existing EVM format. In particular, dynamic jumps are disabled. Bytecode is split into code sections. And code and gas introspection may be disabled. Many important features for EOF support is already well implemented in the toolchains. It's simply that EOF has not yet been deployed in Ethereum mainnet.

By utilizing EOF and compiling EVM to PolkaVM, we will accomplish really close to native speed. Compared with Parity's *revive*, the goal is also to take possible future Ethereum upgrades into account, but not working on an "independent" solution that will become obsolete in the next few years due to further Ethereum development.

### Gas metering and system calls

We utilize PolkaVM native gas metering solution, with certain precautions taken as not to break existing EVM/Solidity invariants.

All system calls are handled by the existing Frontier implementation with production-ready Ethereum compatibility.

## Discussions

The goal of this Ethereum-compatibility proposal is to bring a new **full-compatibility** solution built on Frontier instead of Parity *revive*'s **almost-compatibility** solution. We also want to make sure the solution, while accomplishing better performance utilizing PolkaVM, does not alienate existing Polkadot ecosystem players like Moonbeam and Acala EVM.

## Impact

If this proposal passes, we'll work on a more detailed specification with a treasury proposal in the amount of 30k-60k USDC for the initial work going in the new direction with clearly defined deliverables.

## Our vision: an ecosystem that does not work against itself

The *revive* project is argubly a project built at the expense of its own ecosystem. No matter whether it fulfills the goal of attracting developers from the Ethereum community, one thing is certain -- it will compete with existing parachains like Moonbeam and Acala EVM.

In addition, *revive*'s choice of "almost compatibility" is unfortunately in an awkward spot. Dapp projects must nonetheless be adopted specifically for PolkaVM. Solidity code changes are sometimes needed. Security audits must be redone. And even if a project manages to avoid all of that, the dependencies and build scripts must still be changed.

We therefore have a real risk of an internal split of Polkadot's own ecosystem between Moonbeam/Acala's Ethereum-compatibility and Polkadot Hub's Ethereum-compatibility. This proposal aims to at least partially consolidate that, and brings a viable, and also arguably better solution for everyone, not just for Polkadot Hub.

## About

Wei Tang has been deeply involved in Ethereum core dev. He is the author of EIP-2200 as well as several other protocol specifications that are deployed in Ethereum mainnet. He maintains `rust-evm`, a Rust Ethereum Virtual Machine implementation. He is also the author and maintainer of Frontier, the current Ethereum-compatibility layer for Polkadot that is used in production by many Polkadot parachains.

## FAQ

### Have you tried proposing this alternative design to Parity?

Unfortunately due to office politics, this was never possible while the author worked in Parity. Discussions have been sought over the year. On May 19, the author posted in the Polkadot Forum his opinion that [almost-compatibility is unsafe](https://forum.polkadot.network/t/almost-compatibility-is-unsafe/12990). 9 days later on May 28, the author received Parity's letter for termination of employment.

### Who is the contact person if I have additional questions but would like to discuss privately?

Please contact Wei Tang (wei@bitarray.dev).

Exploration of a brand-new direction for Polkadot's Ethereum-compatibility layer

- Pop CLI is a tool for Polkadot developers, started in 2023 by R0GUE.  
- It got funding in 2024 to become better and easier to use.  
- Helps developers build Polkadot chains and smart contracts.  
- Works with other tools like Polkadot Deployment Portal and OpenZeppelin.  
- Plans to add more features like AI, better testing, and education.  
- Updated in 2025 to improve AI features based on feedback.  
- No extra cost for the changes.  
- Learn more in their Google Doc.

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Pop CLI was initiated in late 2023 by R0GUE, a team of ex-Parity engineers deeply experienced with the Polkadot ecosystem. Recognizing the complexity and fragmentation faced by developers, the team identified a critical need for an all in one tool for Polkadot Development. In mid-2024, Pop CLI received a Decentralized Futures grant from the Web3 Foundation, evolving into a production-grade tool with strong ecosystem adoption (read the [full story](https://medium.com/@r0gue/pop-cli-reimagining-the-polkadot-developer-journey-4c38fe21483b)).

*“Collaborating with the R0GUE team was highly positive—the robust documentation, user-friendly Pop CLI, and excellent support to deploying teams were consistently impressive.” —* **Web3 Foundation**

The Pop CLI supports the full development lifecycle for both Polkadot chains and smart contracts. It features secure transaction signing, integration and [partnership](https://x.com/PolkadotDeploy/status/1906643927911792654) with the Polkadot Deployment Portal (PDP), integration with OpenZeppelin and includes advanced features for testing, benchmarking and much more. More recently it has been [recognised in Polkadot's documentation](https://docs.polkadot.com/develop/toolkit/parachains/quickstart/pop-cli/). 

This proposal seeks funding to further enhance Pop CLI's functionality, usability, and infrastructure. Specifically, funding will support local network bootstrapping with live state, full-stack starter kits and OmniNode integration, state query functionality, AI integration, contract verification, continuous maintenance and UX improvements, and focused developer education, distribution and community collaboration.

You can review all the details of the proposal in the following Google Doc: [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jdfnwWAW4EIBu2UFiXmFry1NXTu3QO20lkjjVpF\_4q4](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jdfnwWAW4EIBu2UFiXmFry1NXTu3QO20lkjjVpF_4q4/edit?tab=t.0)

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## Change Log

**Section:** AI integration

**Date:** 30-06-25

In response to feedback from 0xTaylor (at KusDAO), we’ve made updates to clarify and strengthen our approach to AI integration in the Pop CLI. While our original proposal emphasised a single-prompt interface, we agree that this alone doesn’t reflect how developers actually want to work. We had already been exploring more flexible options, including conversational interaction and the use of an MCP server. These changes clarify our intent to support both modes of interaction and to lay the foundation for more powerful, agentic AI workflows.

**IMPORTANT**: Nothing has changed in terms of the total amount of time needed and thus the costs.

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Go R0GUE

Pop CLI: An All-in-one Tool for Polkadot Development

- A proposal called "The Ascent Cycle" was discussed but faced criticism.  
- Some liked it because it built on past success and helped the community grow.  
- Others thought it paid too much and wasn't clear about how people were chosen.  
- Many wanted smaller proposals and better transparency.  
- Changes suggested: split the proposal, make roles open, and balance the budget.  
- Links to videos, slides, and documents were shared for more details.

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**PLEASE VOTE NAY. TIMING OUT.**

Thank you to everyone for commenting. As explained 3 weeks ago, the proposal tested the water for both the community appetite to spend and the structure of this initiative. It was clear within the first few days that we needed to regroup and the decision was taken by the Ambassadors through discussion that we would leave it up to gather further feedback upon which to continue building. An overview:

**Supportive Points**

* Proven Success: Genesis Cycle delivered results in mentorship, coordination, and onboarding.
* Strategic Continuation: Ascent Cycle builds on previous work with clear milestones and focus areas (e.g., education, governance).
* Community Building: Seen as a long-term investment in decentralised leadership and infrastructure.
* Positive Ambassador Experience: Some participants reported meaningful involvement and growth opportunities.

**Critical Concerns**

* Excessive Compensation: Salaries seen as too high and not well-justified; imbalance between leadership and grassroots contributors.
* Lack of Transparency: Unclear selection process for roles; perception of favoritism or nepotism.
* Questionable Impact: Doubts about program effectiveness, community benefit, or return on investment.
* Proposal Structure: Too large and bundled; mixes unrelated initiatives; difficult to evaluate properly.
* Calls for Delay: Many prefer waiting for the upcoming on-chain governance tools before approving such funding.

**Expected Changes**

* Break the proposal into smaller, separate parts for clearer evaluation.
* Make all roles openly accessible and selection processes transparent.
* Rebalance the budget to fairly compensate active community members.
* Wait for on-chain governance to manage future ambassador initiatives.



The proposal:

* [THE VIDEO: The Ascent Cycle.mp4](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ffEiAeg-mPjDzb1vG0u5F-rkmSwmr9Po/view?usp=drive_link)&#x20;
* [THE DECK: The Ascent Cycle.pdf](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BGweDsALyhE-B8htiC43_3_vXZGt0B5Q/view?usp=drive_link)&#x20;
* [THE FULL PROPOSAL: The Ascent Cycle](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kVmer4higWmz0M5rU6NORORJSthtlfbs5T1z9UP90Ew/edit?usp=drive_link)&#x20;
* [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19cNuH8HrW6LzNyMvotwIUHbvuF\_kanEcsqIOslvBH2U/edit?gid=1880921590#gid=1880921590](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19cNuH8HrW6LzNyMvotwIUHbvuF_kanEcsqIOslvBH2U/edit?gid=1880921590#gid=1880921590 "Key Data") – Key Data \[team, financials]

Please vote nay. Timing out.

- A new plan for the IMCF Rewards Program to engage Inter Miami CF fans using Polkadot.  
- The program will give fans special rewards like meeting players and getting signed items.  
- It costs $250,000 to build and run the program for the 2025 season.  
- Lionel Messi’s huge fan base will help promote Polkadot worldwide.  
- The program is approved by Major League Soccer (MLS).  
- A company called SMT will help make the fan app quickly.  
- The plan is smaller than before based on community feedback.  
- It could lead to more sports teams using Polkadot in the future.

Preparing

## **Overview**

This is a revised proposal for the IMCF Rewards Program, the official fan engagement platform for Inter Miami CF (IMCF), powered by Polkadot. Following the community’s rejection of Referendum 1575, we have scaled back the initial scope to focus on onboarding users and leveraging the partnership’s assets to deliver unparalleled fan experiences. This proposal requests $250,000 paid in USDC to cover platform licensing, development, activation, and deployment, with IMCF and MLS support reducing the community’s financial burden. 

**Background**

The original referendum ([https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1575](https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1575)) proposed a broader platform, including a predictions market, built with Galactic. The community voted it down, citing concerns over scope and cost. Since November 2024, we have worked with Major League Soccer (MLS) to secure approvals for a blockchain-based fan engagement application. MLS created a new category, “Blockchain Technologies,” recognizing Polkadot’s technological potential beyond finance or crypto. We have now obtained approval to build an application leveraging Polkadot’s blockchain, marking a pivotal moment to act.

We have partnered with Smart Media Technologies (SMT), the industry leader in fan engagement platforms, which has on boarded over 10 million fans for global brands like the Olympics, Manchester City, FIFA, NBA, 49’ers, XGames, Huntington Bank/Live Nation, NY Yankees/NY Life, Visa, and more ([https://www.smartmediatech.io/fan-engagement-solutions](https://www.smartmediatech.io/fan-engagement-solutions)). 

SMT will power the IMCF Rewards Program, ensuring enterprise-grade quality and immediate time-to-value. The SMT fan engagement SaaS platform is a proven turn-key solution that rewards fandom through tokenized rewards and delivers higher ROI for sponsors by enabling Polkadot to easily onboard, engage and reward fans.

## **Revised Scope**

The IMCF Rewards Program will focus on:

* **Onboarding Fans**: Rapid deployment to engage Inter Miami’s global fanbase, leveraging Lionel Messi’s unparalleled reach (third-most-followed person globally).
* **Money-Can’t-Buy Experiences**: Free access to exclusive rewards, such as VIP matchday experiences, player meet-and-greets, and signed merchandise, powered by Polkadot’s blockchain for transparency and security.
* **Scalable Engagement**: A foundation for future features, like fan governance and predictions markets, to be implemented in later phases based on community feedback.

SMT will handle platform development, and IMCF has committed to covering management fees, with additional resource support from the club and MLS, minimizing community costs.

## **Budget**

We request $250,000, allocated as follows:

* **$200,000**: SMT platform licensing and development fees for a fully functional fan engagement app.
* **$50,000**: Activation, user acquisition, and deployment costs to maximize adoption.

This budget covers all upfront costs for the program’s launch and operation through the 2025 season, including IMCF’s playoff run. IMCF retains the option to extend the program into 2026.

## **Strategic Value**

This partnership positions Polkadot as a leader in Web3 fan engagement:

* **Unmatched Exposure**: Messi’s global influence (charges $1-5M per post) amplifies Polkadot’s brand through organic media, training days, and matchday imagery, at no additional cost. Our CPM rates have outperformed.
* **MLS Endorsement**: MLS’s creation of a “Blockchain Technologies” category and approval for this application validate Polkadot’s technological leadership, opening doors to further league partnerships.
* **Scalable Model**: Success with IMCF and SMT, which has onboarded 25 million fans, creates a blueprint for sports clubs, leagues, and entertainment properties to adopt on-chain fan governance and rewards.
* **Ecosystem Synergy**: Polkadot’s ecosystem is thriving—Mythical leads gaming, Hydration dominates DeFi, and Nova secures the wallet space, all funded by the treasury. The IMCF Rewards Program complements these efforts, showcasing Polkadot’s versatility with a high-profile marketing opportunity.

## **Why Now?**

The fan engagement market is shifting to Web3, with clubs and leagues adopting blockchain for governance and rewards. MLS’s approval is a green light to act, and SMT’s expertise ensures delivery. Backed by IMCF’s funding and Messi’s global appeal, this is a low-risk, high-reward chance to showcase Polkadot’s technology. If we delay, another chain will seize this opportunity. The Polkadot ecosystem is ready—gaming, DeFi, and wallets are locked in. Now is the time to leverage the world’s most marketable athlete and a committed club partnership to drive adoption.

## **Risks and Mitigation**

* **Risk**: Community skepticism from the prior referendum’s rejection.
 **Mitigation**: Scaled-back scope, clear budget, and IMCF/MLS support demonstrate fiscal responsibility.
* **Risk**: Adoption challenges.
 **Mitigation**: SMT’s track record (10M+ fans onboarded) and Messi’s appeal ensure engagement. Marketing funds will drive acquisition.
* **Risk**: Future feature creep.
 **Mitigation**: Phased approach prioritizes core functionality, with community input for expansions.

## **Call to Action**

The IMCF Rewards Program is more than an app—it’s a gateway to redefining fan engagement on Polkadot. With MLS approval, SMT’s expertise, IMCF’s support, and Messi’s global reach, we have the partnerships, technology, and vision to lead Web3 innovation. The Polkadot ecosystem is flourishing, and this is our chance to showcase its potential through one of the largest marketing opportunities in sports. Will the community seize this moment, or let another chain claim the future of fan engagement?

Vote to fund the IMCF Rewards Program. Let’s build history together.

As a reminder, the vision for this partnership, which was voted on by the community, has always been to move forward to showcase the technology pending the league's approval of a fan engagement application. That approval has now been secured, Inter Miami CF is engaged and excited about a new way to reach their fans, and we are committed to seeing this initiative through as planned. Watch the original vision here: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vgArBLSbt3o](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vgArBLSbt3o)

## **About the SMT Fan Engagement Solution**

The **SMT Fan Engagement Platform** is an enterprise-grade, SaaS-based solution designed to transform passive audiences into deeply engaged fan communities that drive real economic impact. Proven across the world’s most iconic sports brands—including FIFA, NBA, the Olympics, and Manchester City—this platform consistently delivers **10x fan engagement**, setting a new benchmark for how sports organizations activate and monetize their audiences.

### **Enterprise-Grade & Proven at Global Scale**

Trusted by global leaders such as Visa and the International Olympic Committee, SMT’s platform has already **onboarded over 10 million fans**, demonstrating the scale, security, and reliability that top-tier clubs, leagues, and sponsors require. Built to handle the demands of the largest sporting properties, it ensures seamless execution and compliance at every level.

### **Lightning-Fast Deployment**

Unlike fragmented tech stacks that take months to integrate, the SMT platform is built for speed. Clubs and partners like Polkadot can launch a fully branded fan engagement app in **a matter of weeks**. With a **two-click onboarding experience**, fans are immediately immersed—reducing friction and maximizing early adoption.

### **Engaging Fans at Home and In the Stadium**

The platform is engineered to reach fans wherever they are—inside the stadium or across the globe. Its features include:

* **AI-powered discovery feeds** that deliver tailored challenges, content, and experiences, keeping fans coming back day after day.
* **Gamified** quests like AR treasure hunts or having it Polkadot Points in AR with every goal and interactions that build emotional loyalty and deepen the connection.
* A **dynamic marketplace** where fans can redeem their Polkadot Points for **priceless experiences** like VIP matchday access, player meet-and-greets, and exclusive merchandise—turning engagement into unforgettable memories.

### **Purpose-Built for On-Chain and Off-Chain Rewards**

SMT’s flexible architecture supports both **on-chain and off-chain loyalty ecosystems**, making it the perfect bridge between the blockchain-powered Polkadot community and traditional sports fans. Whether rewards are recorded on-chain for transparency or delivered through classic digital mechanisms, fans enjoy a seamless, intuitive experience.

### **From Issuing Points to Driving Profits**

While the immediate focus is on scaling fan engagement through Polkadot Points, this program is also **strategically laying the groundwork for the next phase**: driving **ancillary revenue streams by bringing other IMCF sponsors onto the platform.** This evolution turns the app into a powerful commercial ecosystem—transforming it from a pure cost center into a growth engine that can generate millions in potential profits. A portion of these revenues can flow back to the Polkadot community, helping offset the platform’s costs and demonstrating how on-chain loyalty programs can directly benefit token ecosystems both directly through revenue share and indirectly through token appreciation.

## **Why This Matters for Polkadot and MLS**

By deploying SMT’s proven platform, Polkadot can immediately leverage its investment in the Inter Miami CF sponsorship, driving rapid ROI while showcasing its technology to millions of fans inspired by Lionel Messi’s unmatched global influence. It establishes a scalable model that can extend across the entire MLS and beyond, positioning Polkadot as **the blockchain that powers the future of sports loyalty, engagement, and shared economic upside**.

✅ **In essence:** The SMT Fan Engagement Platform turns passive audiences into active, emotionally connected fan bases—moving from simply handing out loyalty points to generating potential tangible profits that fuel both the club’s ambitions and the broader Polkadot ecosystem.

Interview with CEO Tyler Moebius - Smart Media Technologies - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4\_Vo75apyzc](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_Vo75apyzc)

Co-Founder Reeve Collins - Smart Media Technologies - [https://reevecollins.com/](https://reevecollins.com/)

Rewards Program Powered by Polkadot

Please VOTE NAY

- **Polkalotto** is a new kind of lottery on the Polkadot blockchain.  
- Users **stake DOT tokens** to enter, keeping their tokens while earning rewards.  
- It has **monthly draws** and an **annual "Everyone Wins" event** where all participants get prizes.  
- Users can earn **free entries** by learning about Polkadot through quizzes.  
- A portion of rewards goes to **charities chosen by the community**.  
- It uses **special NFTs** that grow as users learn and donate.  
- The goal is to make Polkadot more useful and fun while helping the world.  
- It’s part of a bigger plan called the **Twin Titans Initiative** with Cardano.

Polkalotto: The first Planetary Impact Engine Part 1/3 

- Subsquid Lab is asking for $308,704 to support public data archives for Polkadot and Kusama.  
- These archives help many projects like Talisman Wallet and Polimec by providing free data access.  
- In Q4 2024, they improved their tools and grew their network to 1,600 worker nodes.  
- They served over 11 TB of data and handled 2.3 million requests.  
- Costs include cloud services ($100,134) and engineering work ($155,664).  
- New features were added, like tracking PolkaVM contracts.  
- The network is now more decentralized and resilient.  
- Full details are in their [spreadsheet](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Rj_-4KqM2BZ7pHptIBryLZqcOmiQqi7PdFjBLcN25w4/edit?usp=sharing).

Summary

**Proponent:** [Subsquid Lab Official](https://polkadot.subscan.io/account/13bfKSQXoBn3AMLtZaW6BKv797fqZzsD3PYF6xpJDir3tdoE) - 13bfKSQXoBn3AMLtZaW6BKv797fqZzsD3PYF6xpJDir3tdoE

**Beneficiary:** [Subsquid Lab Official](https://polkadot.subscan.io/account/13bfKSQXoBn3AMLtZaW6BKv797fqZzsD3PYF6xpJDir3tdoE) - 13bfKSQXoBn3AMLtZaW6BKv797fqZzsD3PYF6xpJDir3tdoE

**Contact Details:** 

Subsquid Labs GmbH

6300 Zug, Switzerland

[mf@subsquid.io](mailto\:mf@subsquid.io) 

**Short description:** Ongoing development and maintenance costs for public SQD Archives, providing critical data infrastructure for Polkadot and Kusuma and other public Substrate-based chains in Q4 2024.  

**Archive raw data:** [Archive Infrastructure metrics](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Rj_-4KqM2BZ7pHptIBryLZqcOmiQqi7PdFjBLcN25w4/edit?usp=sharing) - October, November, December

**Requested amount:**  **$308,704**

**Previous proposals:** [https://polkadot.polkassembly.io/referenda/1526](https://polkadot.polkassembly.io/referenda/1526)

# Motivation



**A) Archives** 



SQD Archives are a vital component of the Polkadot and Kusama ecosystem’s data infrastructure, offering scalable access to historical on-chain data for public Substrate-based chains. These archives serve as performant data pipelines for major dApps, APIs, and developer tools, supporting critical ecosystem projects such as:


* Tanssi Network
* Talisman Wallet
* Polimec
* Polkassembly
* Apillon
* Hydration
* Giant Squid API (maintained by LimeChain, see details below)
* SubWallet 
* FiDi
* KodaDot
* RMRK
* ChainSafe (in particular the Multix multi-sig, as well as other projects)
* Phala Network
* Stellaswap
* Polkascan 



By providing free indexing services for the following public chains, SQD lowers barriers for developers and projects building on Substrate, fostering innovation and adoption:



* polkadot
* kusama
* asset-hub-kusama
* asset-hub-polkadot
* bridge-hub-polkadot
* collectives-polkadot
* Westend


Despite transitioning to a fee-based model for private data services to ensure sustainability, SQD remains committed to covering infrastructure costs for public archives, ensuring open access to indexed Substrate Events, Extrinsics, Storage Items, and EVM logs. This commitment aligns with Polkadot’s vision of a decentralized, accessible ecosystem.



**B) Contribution**



During Q4’2024, we made significant contributions to the Polkadot ecosystem: 

* Infrastructure Scaling: Expanding archive capacity to meet growing data demand. 
* Squid SDK Enhancements: Introducing advanced indexing features, including support for new Substrate pallets and improved error-handling mechanisms. 
* Decentralized Network Growth: Increasing SQD Worker Node participation to enhance network resilience. 



# Achievements

**Growth in Archival Data Demand, Network Expansion and Further Decentralization**

In Q4 2024, demand for archival data grew steadily, rising from 11.35 TiB to 11.68 TiB. At the same time, the number of active Worker Nodes in the SQD network increased from 1,139 in October to 1,600 by the end of December—a 40.47% increase. This expansion strengthens the SQD network’s infrastructure, contributing to greater decentralization and resilience across the Polkadot ecosystem.


By the end of 2024, the SQD network had scaled to approximately 1,600 active Worker Nodes, securely storing around 900 TB of data and serving roughly 11 TB daily. This robust, decentralized infrastructure significantly enhances data processing and storage capabilities, delivering improved security, fault tolerance, and scalability for the Polkadot network.



**Squid SDK improvements empowering Polkadot Developers:**

* **Additional unique support for Revive pallet:** Enabling the tracking of contracts deployed to the PolkaVM. 
* **Indexing efficiency upgrades:** Implementation of a novel mechanism to skip and log problematic blocks-those containing invalid or non-decodable data on Substrate based chains, ensuring uninterrupted indexing and improved resilience of the data pipeline. 


# Statistics and data

 <img height="300" width="506" src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXfR5GffoKYtzjPZmyabzbBFfF6vck2Zideo3kZDzv8q0VGBM1Qzd4-ptg_fnfD_t_pGOe6GJqgcfqy3SVBchT4R5P7BbrzFGdGva37uR7ZG3-4dhgjM5upRmW4XGrj7spG9Eia9zw?key=OtINmgDGvVWqK5axEzaXJs4e" />


Over the course of Q4 2024:

* Served a total of **11,668,177,888,249**  (\~10.06 TiB) of data from substrate based chains.
* Served **2,336,249**  archive requests from substrate based archives.
* The highest daily total data transfer recorded for Substrate was **382.57 GiB** within a single 24-hour period (2024-10-05).



## Cost Breakdown

This proposal encompasses the combined costs for running Archives for Polkadot, Kusama, and other public chains, along with the development contributions, amounting to a total of **$308,704**  [Raw data can be seen here](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Rj_-4KqM2BZ7pHptIBryLZqcOmiQqi7PdFjBLcN25w4/edit?gid=466566330#gid=466566330)

The proposal is submitted towards the Polkadot treasury. Here is a summary of the running costs for Archives, in a tabular format:

| Service | Cost | VAT 8.1% | Subtotal |
| ---------------------------------- | ----------- | ----------- | ----------- |
| Compute Engine (GCE) | $92,630.90 | $100,134.00 | $100,134.00 |
| OVHCloud | $28,419.03 | $30,720.97 | $30,720.97 |
| Networking | $2,963.02 | $3,203.02 | $3,203.02 |
| Kubernetes Engine (GKE) | $436.23 | $471.56 | $471.56 |
| Cloud Storage (GCS) | $63.21 | $68.33 | $68.33 |
| Cloud SQL | $396.38 | $428.49 | $428.49 |
| Cloud DNS | $18.01 | $19.47 | $19.47 |
| Cloud Logging | $13,506.84 | $14,600.89 | $14,600.89 |
| Cloud Key Management Service (KMS) | $2.99 | $3.23 | $3.23 |
| Artifact Registry | $336.01 | $363.23 | $363.23 |
| | | | |
| Engineers & Maintenance\* | $144,000.00 | $155,664.00 | $155,664.00 |
| Total | | | $305,677.20 |




Contribution costs: 

| Service | Cost / h | Quantity | VAT 8.1% | Subtotal |
| ---------------------------- | -------- | -------- | --------- | --------- |
| Revive pallet support | $100.00 | 16.00 | $1,729.60 | $1,729.60 |
| Indexing efficiency upgrades | $100.00 | 6.00 | $648.60 | $648.60 |
| Product management | $100.00 | 3.00 | $324.30 | $324.30 |
| Project management | $100.00 | 3.00 | $324.30 | $324.30 |
| Total | | | | $3,026.80 |

SQD (fka Subsquid) - Public Data Indexing Infrastructure for Polkadot and Kusama (Q4 2024)

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referendum_killer

Our AI decided to take initiative and post a proposal. It even thought it was helping. While we appreciate the hustle, this wasn’t supposed to happen. Do your part for good governance (and a good laugh)—vote Nay and keep AI in the sandbox a little longer.

The Machines Are Not Ready (Yet)

referendum_canceller

Much like that "Hello World" you once pushed to prod, this proposal was an innocent test gone live. No policies, no politics—just a rogue automation script trying to impress us. Let’s all agree to vote Nay and pretend this never happened (we’ll make sure the AI gets a time-out).

Please Vote Nay – This One Was Just a Test, Seriously

- A rare Australian opal will be turned into a Polkadot-themed amulet.  
- It will be shown on *Outback Opal Hunters* (Discovery Channel).  
- The opal will be split into **100 billion tokens** on Polkadot.  
- The Polkadot Treasury will own it, so everyone in the community can have a piece.  
- The amulet will be sold to a Polkadot member for the whole community.  
- It will be displayed at Polkadot events with "As seen on Discovery Channel."  
- This is Polkadot’s **first real-world asset (RWA)** owned by the Treasury.  
- The show’s director supports sharing opal ownership using blockchain.

Polkadot x Discovery Channel: A Tokenization Story

[Please vote nay!]

Please vote nay&#x20;



(for background: Used this canceller to cancel [https://polkadot.polkassembly.io/referenda/1646](https://polkadot.polkassembly.io/referenda/1646) )

Please vote nay 

[Please vote nay] 

- A project called **amIrug.xyz** wants to make Polkadot safer using AI.  
- It checks smart contracts, teams, and scams to protect users.  
- The team has experts in security and AI.  
- They will build tools for Polkadot in **7 weeks**.  
- It costs **9,900 DOT** (~$32,670).  
- Their AI learns from new scams to stay ahead.  
- It helps both developers and regular users stay safe.  
- Polkadot will be one of the most secure blockchains.

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# **Beyond Static Analysis: Building Adaptive Security Intelligence for Polkadot Ecosystem**


&#x20;**Date:** June 26, 2025
&#x20;**Proponent:** Dr. Mohammadreza Ashouri
&#x20;**Requested Amount:** 9,900 DOT (equivalent to \~$32,670 at $3.3/DOT)
&#x20;**Project Category:** Security Infrastructure
&#x20;**Timeline:** 7 weeks



***



## **The Growing Threat: Why Blockchain Security Needs Intelligence?**

The blockchain space is constantly under attack. In 2024 alone, cryptocurrency investors lost over $12.4 billion to scams and exploits, with 117,000+ fraudulent tokens created—a 41% increase from the previous year. These aren't simple copy-paste scams anymore. Modern attackers use sophisticated techniques: hidden smart contract functions, social engineering campaigns, fake development teams, and complex cross-chain manipulations that traditional security tools simply cannot detect.

The problem goes far beyond analyzing lines of code. A perfectly written smart contract can still be a scam if the team behind it plans to disappear with funds. Social signals, team behavior patterns, tokenomics design, and community manipulation tactics often reveal malicious intent before any code vulnerability does. This is why rule-based security scanners that only examine code miss the majority of real-world threats—they're fighting yesterday's battles with yesterday's tools.

**amIrug.xyz presents an AI-based adoptive protecting solution.** Instead of relying on static rules written once and never updated, our platform learns continuously from each new scam, building intelligence that adapts to evolving threat landscapes. We've been creating a system that any crypto user—from casual investors to experienced developers—can use with a simple web interface. No configuration, no technical expertise required. Just paste a contract address and get instant, intelligent risk assessment that considers not just code patterns, but team reputation, social signals, and behavioral anomalies.

Our success speaks volumes: 12,547+ contracts analyzed so far, $5.7M+ in potential losses prevented, 2,891+ scams identified with 98.5% accuracy. We're not just protecting individual investors—we're building cleaner, more trustworthy ecosystem that legitimates projects can thrive in.



***



## **Why Polkadot Needs This Now ?**

### **The Security Gap in Polkadot's Ecosystem**

While other major blockchains have evolved their security infrastructure, Polkadot faces a critical gap. The ecosystem currently relies on a handful of developer-focused tools that miss the bigger picture:

* **No intelligent threat detection** for ink! contracts and runtime vulnerabilities
* **No cross-chain security analysis** for XCMP/HRMP interactions
* **No social signal analysis** for team and project legitimacy assessment
* **No accessible tools** for non-technical users to assess project risks
* **No real-time monitoring** for governance attacks and treasury manipulation

This gap becomes more dangerous as Polkadot's DeFi ecosystem grows and attracts both legitimate projects and malicious actors.

### **Existing Tools vs. Modern Threats**

Current Polkadot security tools serve specific niches but leave massive blind spots:

<img height="167" width="624" src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXdbydG9k6Qoa7rY_UiUChraKJFjK3qkfQ-DWYmE4DPAK_nxiQ2n4qhveV1TCL0lxCP9cIv5MiMVkTN1EHdBpp4nOuOHtJxbyX2omiAesDaQVBtA3SGzLEKJuZj0gOVBr3Zt3SNuGA?key=xrX4VNboqXjXPK58_5L_dQ" />




**What's Missing:** Intelligent, adaptive security that combines code analysis with behavioral patterns, social signals, and cross-chain risk assessment—accessible to everyone in the ecosystem.



***



## **amIrug.xyz: Intelligent Security for Polkadot**

### **How We're Different?**

**Learning Intelligence:** Our AI models don't just follow pre-written rules. They learn from every new scam pattern, team behavior, and attack vector, becoming smarter over time. When scammers evolve their tactics, our platform evolves faster.

**Beyond Code Analysis:** While others focus solely on smart contract code, we analyze the complete threat space—team reputation, social media signals, token distribution patterns, governance proposal behaviors, and cross-chain interactions.

**Universal Accessibility:** Anyone can use our platform. Paste a contract address, get instant results. No CLI commands, no IDE setup, no technical configuration. Security intelligence should be accessible to everyone, not just developers.

**Real-Time Protection:** We monitor contracts and governance activities continuously, detecting threats as they emerge rather than waiting for post-mortem analysis.

### **What We Will Build for Polkadot?**

#### **Phase 1: Core Polkadot Security Engine (Weeks 1-3)**

**Budget:** 4,500 DOT (\~$14,850)

* **ink! v5+ Contract Analysis:** Specialized scanning for reentrancy, storage collisions, weight abuse, and access control vulnerabilities within pallet-contracts environment
* **Runtime Security Monitoring:** Detection of malicious patterns in pallet-treasury, pallet-staking, and pallet-democracy configurations
* **SS58 Identity Integration:** Native address validation and cross-chain identity verification
* **HRMP Message Analysis:** Security assessment of cross-parachain communications

#### **Phase 2: Advanced Threat Intelligence (Weeks 4-5)**

**Budget:** 3,300 DOT (\~$10,890)

* **OpenGov Security Intelligence:** AI-powered analysis of referendum proposals for hidden risks and manipulation attempts
* **Cross-Chain Risk Assessment:** Detection of dangerous XCM configurations and bridge vulnerabilities
* **Social Signal Processing:** Team reputation analysis using on-chain behavior patterns and governance participation
* **Governance Attack Detection:** Real-time monitoring for treasury manipulation and voting anomalies

#### **Phase 3: Integration & Community Access (Weeks 6-7)**

**Budget:** 2,100 DOT (\~$6,930)

* **Web Interface Deployment:** Simple, accessible scanning platform requiring no technical expertise
* **Polkadot.js API Integration:** Seamless connectivity for wallet-based security checks
* **Basic Developer API:** RESTful endpoints for parachain teams to integrate security scanning
* **Educational Resources:** Security guides specifically for Polkadot's unique architecture

**Total Budget:** 9,900 DOT (\~$32,670)



***



## **Competitive Advantage: Intelligence vs. Rules**

### **amIrug.xyz vs. Existing Polkadot Tools**

| Capability | amIrug.xyz | Scout | ink! Analyzer | Phishing Lists |
| ---------------------- | ----------------------------- | ----------------------- | ----------------------- | ----------------------- |
| AI-Powered Detection | ✅ Learns from new threats | ❌ Static rules only | ❌ Static checks | ❌ Manual curation |
| Social Signal Analysis | ✅ Team & community assessment | ❌ Code-only focus | ❌ Code-only focus | ❌ Limited scope |
| Cross-Chain Security | ✅ XCMP/HRMP analysis | ❌ Single-chain focus | ❌ Single-chain focus | ❌ Address-level only |
| Real-Time Monitoring | ✅ Continuous threat detection | ❌ Development-time only | ❌ Development-time only | ❌ Reactive updates |
| User Accessibility | ✅ Web interface for everyone | ❌ CLI/developer-only | ❌ IDE/developer-only | ❌ Background protection |
| Governance Security | ✅ OpenGov threat analysis | ❌ Limited scope | ❌ Not applicable | ❌ Not applicable |
| Runtime Analysis | ✅ Planned pallet security | ✅ Strong capability | ❌ Not applicable | ❌ Not applicable |

**Key Differentiator:** amIrug.xyz provides the intelligence layer that existing tools lack—combining code analysis with behavioral patterns, social signals, and cross-ecosystem threat intelligence.



***



## **Team Background**

**Dr. Mohammadreza Ashouri (PhD)** - Lead Developer & Security Researcher

* **Ph.D. in Software Security** from University of Potsdam, Germany (2020)
* **Proven Blockchain Security Expertise:** Creator of amIrug.xyz 



* **Polkadot Ecosystem Experience:**
 * Active researcher with Polkadot Academy on Rust development and blockchain security
 * Speaker on Polkadot security topics (Asia sub0 2024 Bangkok): "Blockchain Security, Rust, and Polkadot" technical presentation:[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8w9s2Qnj9hI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8w9s2Qnj9hI)
 * Deep understanding of Substrate framework and parachain architecture
 * 2024 Polkadot Blockchain Academy Grant recipient for AI-based blockchain innovations
* **Industry Experience:**
 * SAP (2021-2023): Security audits for enterprise Java applications and JVM components
 * Oracle Labs (2019): Advanced research internship on dynamic taint tracking for JVM security
* **Technical Speaking & Research:**
 * JavaZone 2024 (Oslo): "Enhancing Java Security with Rust" -[ https://2024.javazone.no/program/99bf5d46-d634-4c41-8ec2-4646ab8c84e2](https://2024.javazone.no/program/99bf5d46-d634-4c41-8ec2-4646ab8c84e2)
 * Web3 Amsterdam 2024: Intent-based blockchain architecture presentation -[ https://web3amsterdam.com/speakers/](https://web3amsterdam.com/speakers/)
 * Multiple security conferences including DeepSec, Hacktivity, and ACSAC
 * Published researcher with 20+ peer-reviewed papers



**Arjun** - AI Engineer & Machine Learning Specialist

* **AI/ML Expertise:** 5+ years developing machine learning models for security applications
* **Blockchain AI Integration:** Specialized in neural networks for transaction pattern analysis and anomaly detection
* **Technical Skills:** TensorFlow, PyTorch, advanced pattern recognition algorithms, and real-time data processing
* **amIrug.xyz Contribution:** Lead developer of the AI risk scoring algorithms achieving 92% accuracy in rugpull prediction

**Zer0\_Cipher** - Security Engineer & Fullstack Developer

* **Security Background:** Active member of Germany's hacking conference circuit with deep knowledge of vulnerability research
* **Academic Credentials:** Master's in Software Engineering from University of Potsdam (2024)
* **Technical Expertise:** Advanced penetration testing, exploit development, and security architecture design
* **amIrug.xyz Role:** Architect of the security scanning engine and vulnerability detection algorithms

**Current Platform Achievement:**

* 12,547+ contracts scanned with 98.5% detection accuracy
* $5.7M+ in funds protected from potential scams
* 2,891+ scams and rugpulls identified across chains
* Straightforward, user-friendly interface requiring no technical expertise



***



## **Technical Approach**

### **Intelligent Security Architecture**

**Machine Learning Core:** Our platform extends existing AI models (trained on 8,000+ token datasets with 92% rugpull prediction accuracy) to Polkadot's unique architecture. Unlike static rule-based tools, our system learns from new attack patterns and adapts continuously.

**Multi-Layer Analysis:**

* **Code Layer:** ink! contract vulnerability detection (reentrancy, storage issues, weight abuse)
* **Runtime Layer:** Pallet security analysis for governance, treasury, and staking functions
* **Social Layer:** Team reputation assessment using on-chain behavior and governance participation
* **Cross-Chain Layer:** HRMP/XCMP security validation and bridge risk assessment

**Real-Time Intelligence:** Continuous monitoring using Substrate RPC endpoints and event streams provides immediate threat detection upon contract deployment or governance proposal submission.

**Analysis Coverage:**

* **ink! Contracts:** Reentrancy, storage collision, access control gaps, arithmetic overflows
* **Runtime Pallets:** Governance attacks, treasury manipulation, staking vulnerabilities
* **Cross-Chain Security:** HRMP message analysis with XCMP forward compatibility
* **Social Signals:** Team legitimacy assessment, community manipulation detection
* **Governance Security:** OpenGov proposal analysis for hidden risks and attack vectors



***



## **Future Expansion (Beyond This Grant)**

While this proposal focuses on core security functionality, our roadmap includes:

* **Developer Tools:** CLI interface and IDE extensions for seamless development integration
* **Advanced APIs:** Enterprise-grade endpoints for exchange and wallet integration
* **Open Source Components:** Community-driven security libraries and educational resources
* **Cross-Ecosystem Intelligence:** Enhanced threat sharing across blockchain ecosystems



***



## **Expected Impact**

### **Immediate Benefits (Months 1-3)**

* **Developer Protection:** 500+ Substrate developers gain access to intelligent security analysis
* **User Safety:** Non-technical users can assess project risks before investing
* **Ecosystem Reputation:** Polkadot positions itself as the most security-conscious blockchain ecosystem



### **Long-term Vision (Months 3-12)**

* **Security Leadership:** Polkadot becomes the benchmark for proactive blockchain security
* **Community Growth:** 1,000+ developers and users trained on security best practices
* **Threat Prevention:** Significant reduction in successful scams and exploits



***



## **Why This Investment Matters?**

**Market Timing:** Security consciousness is at an all-time high after recent industry losses exceeding $2B in Q1 2025 alone. Polkadot can lead by example.

**Competitive Position:** While other ecosystems rely on reactive security measures, Polkadot can offer proactive, intelligent threat detection.

**Ecosystem Growth:** Security infrastructure enables institutional adoption and enterprise confidence—critical for Polkadot's next growth phase.

**Community Protection:** Every prevented scam strengthens trust in the entire ecosystem, attracting more legitimate projects and users.



***



## **Conclusion**

The blockchain industry stands at a crossroads. We can continue accepting massive losses to increasingly sophisticated scams, or we can build intelligent defenses that evolve with the threat landscape.

amIrug.xyz shows proven technology that has already protected millions in value across other ecosystems. With this funding, Polkadot can join the ranks of security-first blockchains while gaining a competitive advantage that attracts both developers and users seeking a safer environment.

We're not asking for research funding—we're asking for integration funding to bring working, battle-tested security intelligence to Polkadot. The platform exists, the AI models work, and the community needs protection.

**Note that the question isn't whether Polkadot needs better security tools—it's whether Polkadot wants to lead the industry in intelligent threat prevention in the blockchain space.**



***



## **References**

### **Platform & Technical Documentation**

* **amIrug.xyz Platform:**[ https://amirug.xyz](https://amirug.xyz)
* **GitHub Repository:**[ https://github.com/mohammadreza-ashouri/amIrug](https://github.com/mohammadreza-ashouri/amIrug)
* **Personal Website:**[ https://ashouri.online](https://ashouri.online)
* **Technical Blog:**[ https://ashourics.medium.com/](https://ashourics.medium.com/)
* **YouTube Channel:**[ https://www.youtube.com/c/Heapzip/videos](https://www.youtube.com/c/Heapzip/videos)
* **X:**[ https://x.com/ashouri777](https://x.com/ashouri777)



### **Polkadot Ecosystem References**

* **ink! Alliance Progress Update:**[ https://forum.polkadot.network/t/ink-alliance-six-month-progress-update](https://forum.polkadot.network/t/ink-alliance-six-month-progress-update)
* **PolkaVM Technical Documentation:**[ https://docs.polkadot.com/polkavm/](https://docs.polkadot.com/polkavm/)
* **Substrate Security Guidelines:**[ https://github.com/substrate-developer-hub/security-guidelines](https://github.com/substrate-developer-hub/security-guidelines)
* **OpenGov Documentation:**[ https://wiki.polkadot.network/docs/learn-polkadot-opengov](https://wiki.polkadot.network/docs/learn-polkadot-opengov)
* **HRMP & XCMP Technical Specifications:**[ https://wiki.polkadot.network/docs/learn-xcm](https://wiki.polkadot.network/docs/learn-xcm)

### **Security Research & Vulnerability Analysis**

* **CoinFabrik Substrate Security Research:**[ https://coinfabrik.com/blog/](https://coinfabrik.com/blog/)
* **QuillAudits Polkadot Security Reports:**[ https://quillaudits.com/](https://quillaudits.com/)
* **Web3 Foundation Security Guidelines:**[ https://github.com/w3f/General-Grants-Program/blob/master/grants/security\_guidelines.md](https://github.com/w3f/General-Grants-Program/blob/master/grants/security_guidelines.md)
* **Scout Security Tool:**[ https://github.com/CoinFabrik/scout](https://github.com/CoinFabrik/scout)
* **ink! Smart Contract Security Best Practices:**[ https://use.ink/security](https://use.ink/security)

Beyond Static Analysis: Building Adaptive Security Intelligence for Polkadot Ecosystem

- Gabo helped at Innovation Tech Week Buenos Aires 2025.  
- He worked for 5 hours, including speaking and networking.  
- A $250 tip is suggested for his effort.  
- Gabo studied at PBA University and supports the Polkadot community.  
- He has spoken at many events like LABITCONF and PANAMA BLOCKCHAIN WEEK.  
- People enjoy his clear and helpful talks.  
- Links show his past work and event photos.  
- Nachito sent this request.

Executed

small_tipper

Hi Polkadot community,

I’d like to request a tip in recognition of **Gabo’s** valuable contribution during Innovation Tech Week Buenos Aires 2025, held from June 2nd to 6th.

**Gabo’s contribution spanned 5 hours of work**, covering:

* Developing and refining his talk
* Travel to the venue
* Speaking at the event
* Post-session networking

The suggested tip is **USD 250**, in appreciation of his time, commitment, and support.

📸 Images and posts from the event:

* [https://x.com/DotLatam47012/status/1932449504579465511](https://x.com/DotLatam47012/status/1932449504579465511)



* [https://x.com/DotLatam47012/status/1932449511164567806](https://x.com/DotLatam47012/status/1932449511164567806)



**Who is Gabo?**

Gabo graduated from PBA University in Buenos Aires and has been closely involved in the ecosystem since day one whether actively participating or offering support.

He’s taken part in many events over the years, consistently delivering presentations that are clear, insightful, and highly anticipated by attendees.

Here are some examples of his contributions:

\- LABITCONF 2023 & 2024
[https://x.com/labitconf/status/1869538055448588309](https://x.com/labitconf/status/1869538055448588309)     [https://x.com/PolkadotEspanol/status/1854647201974419831](https://x.com/PolkadotEspanol/status/1854647201974419831)
[https://x.com/Dotcast\_/status/1723702899207700881](https://x.com/Dotcast_/status/1723702899207700881)

\- PANAMA BLOCKCHAIN WEEK&#x20;
[https://x.com/PolkadotEspanol/status/1915156087369507314](https://x.com/PolkadotEspanol/status/1915156087369507314)

\- CRECIMIENTO&#x20;
[https://x.com/DotLatam47012/status/1901685183771984164
](https://x.com/DotLatam47012/status/1901685183771984164)- Sub0&#x20;
[https://x.com/gabo\_posta](https://x.com/gabo_posta)




Best regards,



Nachito.

Retroactive Tip for Gabo - Innovation Tech event

- A research project about Polkadot's money supply and inflation is offering $7,000 in prizes.  
- People can join a group to help answer important questions.  
- Supervisors will make sure extra money goes back to the treasury.  
- The project starts July 4 and ends July 31.  
- Questions include how much DOT exists, burned, and future money plans.  
- Research will look at costs, rewards, and other money sources.  
- Results will help decide if Polkadot should change its inflation rules.  
- A tracking sheet will show progress and tasks.

big_tipper

DOT RFP #1 - Crowdsourced Research: Capped Supply & Step Change Inflation

- Anaelle LTD worked for 28 hours on a database for DevRel HR.  
- The database is about Polkadot's DevRel teams and costs.  
- They are asking for $2,380 (28 hours x $85).  
- Payment will be in USDC.  
- The work was announced earlier on Polkadot's forum.

**Tip to Anaelle LTD for the creation of the DevRel HR database**

- Polkadot ambassadors AG and Saimon worked in Caracas from June 9-13.  
- They spoke at a banking conference about Web3 business models.  
- Over 150 people attended, learning about Polkadot technology.  
- They met with the United Nations to discuss using Polkadot for projects.  
- They also held a meetup with biker entrepreneurs.  
- They did not get paid for their work.  
- They are asking for 250 DOTs each as payment.

Hello community,

On this occasion, I would like to present a tribute to [AG](https://x.com/angeinweb3) and me for our work as Polkadot ambassadors during the activities held from Monday 9th to Friday 13th June in Caracas.

As you can see on [Space4Build's](https://x.com/space4build) social media, I participated as a speaker at the Institutional Conference "New Web3 Business Models" organized by the Venezuelan Banking Association. For four days, this event brought together representatives from the financial system, academia, auditing firms, real-estate companies, regulatory authorities, radio and television media, and technology providers.&#x20;

[Reference1](https://x.com/Space4Build/status/1934721989165342789)
[Reference2](https://x.com/Space4Build/status/1934722629753295365)

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This event allowed us to showcase Polkadot technology to the country's entrepreneurs, executives, and legislators in a way that had never been done before. During the four days of the institutional conference, we answered questions from participants and made the necessary contacts to advance each organization's projects.


![photo\_5105252300351451089\_w.jpg](https://i.ibb.co/PpBPrTJ/photo-5105252300351451089-w.jpg)


During the four days of activities, attendance averaged 150, reaching a peak of 170 on the last day, which was my presentation. The main features of the technology available in Polkadot and its ecosystem were presented to this audience.

I would like to mention that although the activity was private and had a ticket fee, we did not receive any compensation for our participation.

Additionally, we held a private meeting with the Director of the United Nations Development Programme (PUND, [https://x.com/pnud](https://x.com/pnud)) in Venezuela and the business partnership manager, who expressed interest in incorporating Polkadot technology into the sustainable development projects they are carrying out. Reference3: [https://x.com/simonxpe/status/1935718653661479099](https://x.com/simonxpe/status/1935718653661479099)


![photo\_5105252300351451091\_w.jpg](https://i.ibb.co/B2qF0xNV/photo-5105252300351451091-w.jpg)


As an additional note, during our stay in Caracas, we also held a meetup with several biker communities, mostly entrepreneurs who also want to use the technology in their activities to make their activities more transparent. This specific meetup will be presented to the meetup bounty in the coming days. Reference4: [https://x.com/space4build/status/1935380151816307048?s=46\&t=xZwu9y0l8ACyMwWB7pH3Rg](https://x.com/space4build/status/1935380151816307048?s=46\&t=xZwu9y0l8ACyMwWB7pH3Rg)

![photo\_5105252300351451088\_w.jpg](https://i.ibb.co/fgXZkjV/photo-5105252300351451088-w.jpg)


In closing, I would like to add that neither AG nor I are part of any ecosystem organization or treasury, and as ambassadors, we have not received sponsorship or PIF for these activities.

We kindly request 250 DOTs each for our time.

Best regards,

Saimon ([https://x.com/simonxpe](https://x.com/simonxpe/status/1935718653661479099))

Tip for participation in an Institutional Conference

- Upgrading Coretime system to version 1.6.0  
- Adding more cores, from 66 to 100  
- Setting a minimum price of 10 DOT to keep prices fair  
- Renewals will now match market prices  
- Changes will start around July 25/26  
- Teams agree this will fix coretime issues  
- Upgrade happens at block 26803000

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Origin for signaling that the network wishes for some change

Origin able to cancel slashes and manage minimum commission.

Origin for spending up to 10,000,000 DOT from the treasury as well as generally administering it.

Origin for managing the composition of the fellowship.

Origin able to spend around 250 DOT from the treasury at once.

Origin able to spend around 1,000 DOT from the treasury at once.

Origin able to spend around 10,000 DOT from the treasury at once.

Origin able to spend around 100,000 DOT from the treasury at once.

Origin able to spend up to 1,000,000 DOT from the treasury at once.

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