- **Summary**: The proposal for 2024 programs is based on three years of experience in the Polkadot ecosystem, aiming to attract new developers, support existing ones, and guide projects towards creating startups.
- **Successes**: Since 2021, the team has organized six hackathons, facilitated VC funding for projects, and hosted educational workshops with thousands of participants.
- **Proposal**: The 2024 plan includes an Educational Series, Ink! Bootcamp, Online Hackathon, Accelerator Programme, In-Person Event, and Year-Long Talent Support.
- **Funding**: $385k is requested in three tranches (July 2024, October 2024, January 2025) in DOT.
- **Details**: A comprehensive breakdown of past successes and future programs is available in a linked document and presentation.
- **Conclusion**: The team is committed to growing the Polkadot ecosystem, building on past successes and community support.

Awarded

medium_spender

WHO: Encode Club
WHAT: Introducing a comprehensive year-long programme designed to attract new developers, support the current ones, guide mature projects towards creating significant startups and foster new talent in the ecosystem.
PRICE/TIMEFRAME/RESOURCES: Requesting funding of $385k split across 3 tranches of $128,333 in DOT (17,898.60 DOT based on Subscan MA of 7.17) immediately (July 2024), after 3 months (October 2024) and after 6 months (January 2025).

Elevating the Polkadot Ecosystem: Encode x Polkadot Programme 2024 

### Polkadot at Coindesk Consensus

- The initial proposal requested $390,000 for the event.
- They used a 7-Day TWAP of $10.02, totaling 38,921.48 DOT.
- Due to price fluctuations, they are short by about $100,000.
- They sold the received DOT for $288,904.78.
- The total cost of the event is $390,000.
- They are asking for an additional $101,095.22.
- The new request uses a 7-Day TWAP of $7.08, totaling 14,278.99 DOT.
- The proposal and receipts can be found in the linked document.

WHO: Distractive Crew
WHAT: Requesting $101,095.22 to cover costs for Polkadot's Consensus event
PRICE/TIMEFRAME/RESOURCES: 7 Day TWAP of $7.08, 14,278.99 DOT requested

Top Up for Polkadot at Consensus 

### Summary of Sasha's Proposal on Polkadot Smart Contracts

- **Author**: Sasha (@agryaznov), a long-time contributor to Polkadot's smart contracts technology, including the **ink!** core team and a member of the Polkadot Fellowship.
- **Project**: **ethink!**, aiming to make **pallet-contracts** Ethereum RPC-compatible to attract more users to the Polkadot ecosystem.
- **Progress**: 
  - **Stage-0 (Proof of Concept)**: Completed, including a smart contracts parachain node, runtime with **pallet-contracts**, and auxiliary crates for Ethereum-flavored cryptography.
  - **Stage-1 (Early Prototype)**: Released, providing a template node for dapp developers and parachain builders to experiment with Ethereum dapps on **pallet-contracts**-based runtimes.
- **Next Steps**: Aim to achieve a **testnet-ready state**, focusing on usability for dapp developers, particularly addressing the difference in contract input encoding between Ethereum and Polkadot.
- **Public Discussion**: Ongoing on the Polkadot Community Forum.
- **FAQ**: 
  - **ethink! vs. Frontier**: ethink! provides Ethereum RPC compatibility for **pallet-contracts** without replicating the Ethereum chain.
  - **MetaMask Snaps**: Considered but deemed suboptimal due to decentralization goals and compatibility issues.
  - **ink! and Solang**: Both tools for creating **pallet-contracts**-compatible Wasm binaries; ethink! aims to provide seamless user experience without altering front-end UX.

small_spender

WHO: Sasha, ink! core team member at Parity Technologies and independent Rank-II member of the Polkadot Fellowship.

WHAT: Proposal to evolve the ethink! project towards a testnet-ready state, making it easier for developers to deal with Ethereum ABI-encoded data.

PRICE/TIMEFRAME/RESOURCES: Not specified.

ink! + Ethereum RPC = ethink!. Proposal-02: Getting Testnet-Ready.

- The proposal is presented through the treasury instead of the bounty due to the complexity, time sensitivity, and extensive preparation required for the event.
- The event, Merge Madrid (formerly BDZ), is the most significant Web3 event in Spain, attracting 4,000 attendees.
- The event spans three days: Day 1 focuses on B2B, with a VIP dinner at a prestigious venue; Days 2 and 3 are open to the community.
- Polkadot will have a booth, presentations, workshops, and speaker slots, providing extensive visibility and engagement opportunities.
- The event is crucial for Polkadot to re-engage with key sectors: Enterprises, Developers, and the Community.
- The Spanish Bounty cannot fund this event as it has a maximum limit of $50,000.
- The full proposal is available [here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1C49EDXSuh-oyKuM6JOq-GHqj9s05sEOdsq_q2AUrzAA/edit?usp=sharing).

Polkadot proposes to sponsor and participate in Merge Madrid, the most important Web3 event in Spain, attracting 4000 attendees. The event will span 3 days, and Polkadot will have a 12m2 booth, a 15-minute presentation on the Main Stage, 2 speaker allocations on the main stage, 30 minutes of workshop, a sponsored session on the main stage, and brand visibility at the national and international levels. The proposal is being presented through the treasury due to the complexity of the proposal, the commitment of the team with the event, and the need for a quick response. No specific price, timeframe, or resources are mentioned in the summary.

Sponsorship and Side Event: Merge Madrid

small_tipper

- Marketing bounty is out of funds and needs a refill to cover upcoming expenses for 22 days.
- The price of DOT has dropped by almost 50% since the last refill.
- Community prefers transparency over cost-effectiveness, which may increase spending by 50-100%.
- Influencers are hesitant to offer discounts if individual prices are disclosed.
- Current strategy hides individual prices but provides only aggregate spending, causing transparency concerns.
- Paying full price for influencers could improve transparency but at a higher cost.
- Immediate funds are needed to pay off accumulated debts from the previous period.

big_spender

WHO: The person making the proposal
WHAT: Requesting a refill of 500k for marketing bounty
PRICE/TIMEFRAME/RESOURCES: Not specified

Requesting a refill for marketing bounty number #33

**G6 Networks Proposal Summary**

- **Objective:** Expand G6 Networks within the Polkadot ecosystem to bring more institutions into the blockchain space.
- **Current Achievements:** Introduced Mandala Chain, Mosaic Chain, and signed MOUs with Indonesia/Bali and UAE/Dubai.
- **Technology:** Uses Substrate framework with Enhanced Proof-of-Authority, Zero-Knowledge security, and Path Tracing for seamless integration and privacy.
- **Unique Features:** Offers physical G6 devices for easy creation and connection of private chains, and supports interoperability across various blockchain networks.
- **Funding Request:** Seeking $244,200 (30,148 DOT) from the Polkadot Treasury for expansion and development.
- **Previous Discussion:** Discussed on the Polkadot Forum about decentralized futures and private blockchain for institutions.
- **Website and Whitepaper:** Available at [g6.network](https://g6.network/) and [G6 Networks - Simplifying Blockchain for Institutions](https://g6-networks.gitbook.io/g6-networks/).
- **Proponent:** Six/David Pethes of Crypto CTF OÜ.

G6 Networks seeks funding from the Polkadot Treasury to expand and develop their blockchain infrastructure for governments, banks, and enterprises. They have already brought Mandala Chain, Mosaic Chain, and two MOUs to the Polkadot ecosystem. The requested budget is 244,200 USD, and they aim to simplify complex integration processes through their physical G6 devices, which support private, permissioned, and cross-chain functionalities.

G6 Networks: Polkadot Ecosystem Expansion with Institutions

- **Proposal by:** Jimmy Tudeski
- **Request:** Reimbursement of 450 DOT for travel expenses and a tip for a community report.
- **Purpose:** Evaluation of digital infrastructure at Inter Miami CF's stadium during a match day.
- **Objectives:** Assess digital engagement strategies, fan interactions with QR codes, and potential for Polkadot integration.
- **Findings:** High fan engagement with digital technologies, suggesting opportunities for blockchain innovations like digital collectibles and secure ticketing.
- **Community Report:** Detailed potential applications of Polkadot in sports, focusing on fan engagement and blockchain education.
- **Budget Breakdown:** Includes airfare, accommodation, and an additional tip for the work performed.
- **Outcome:** Insights from the trip are crucial for a potential partnership with Inter Miami CF, aiming to enhance fan experiences and operational efficiencies using Polkadot technology.

big_tipper

WHO: Jimmy Tudeski
WHAT: Requesting reimbursement of travel expenses and a tip for a community report published on April 25, 2024, regarding a trip to Miami to evaluate digital engagement strategies at Inter Miami CF's stadium and assess the potential for integrating Polkadot's blockchain technology to enhance fan experiences and operational efficiencies.
PRICE/TIMEFRAME/RESOURCES: 450 DOT, to be reimbursed for airfare and accommodation expenses, with an additional tip of $1200. Reimbursed DOT will be bonded for staking on Jimmy Tudeski's Stakenode Validator Node.

Retroactive Tip - Reimbursement for Miami trip wrt Polkadot x Inter Miami proposal

- **Introduction**: Avata is a company that insures digital and real-world assets, aiming to protect the digital economy. They are proposing to integrate their platform with the Polkadot ecosystem.

- **Polkadot Connection**: Avata's co-founder, Joachim, has strong ties with the Polkadot community. They have already signed an agreement with Parity Technologies to deploy on Polkadot.

- **Key Partners**: Avata works with major brands like Vaultik, Valentino, Bulgari, and Fura Gems, which contribute significant digital revenue streams.

- **Digital Product Passports (DPPs)**: Avata is leading the way in integrating DPPs into blockchain, which will help with transparency and sustainability in product lifecycles.

- **Market Growth and Security**: The digital asset market is growing rapidly, but security breaches are a major concern. Avata aims to provide robust insurance solutions.

- **Why Polkadot**: Polkadot's scalability and interoperability make it the ideal platform for Avata's DPP integration, enhancing transparency and compliance.

- **Anticipated Outcomes**: Avata expects to address security concerns, expand the market, and innovate with new insurance products.

- **Plug and Play Solution**: Avata offers a comprehensive platform with various portals for different stakeholders, making it easy to manage and integrate.

Avata proposes to integrate their platform with Polkadot ecosystem to insure digital and tokenized real-world assets. They have live clients and partners with projected annual digital value of over $2B. Avata aims to enhance transparency, boost sustainability, and facilitate compliance. They project to insure over 70 million DOTS annually and offer a comprehensive plug-and-play solution. They are requesting a grant of $2.5M to be used over 18 months.

 Integration of Avata with the Polkadot Ecosystem

- **Proposal Goal**: Recover 46.1 DOT lost due to a technical error during a local Polkadot event in Finland.
- **Event Aim**: Foster collaboration in XR, AI, and Web3, but faced funding issues due to discontinued Events Bounty support.
- **Original Plan**: A launch event with 596 DOT, scaled down to 310 DOT due to feedback.
- **Organizers**: A student group (XES) and Polkadot Ambassador Tomi, who locked up 45 DOT for multisig and pure proxy identity verification.
- **Challenges**: Delays and lack of communication from Events Bounty, leading to the withdrawal of the application.
- **Error**: Tomi lost the locked DOT due to a technical mistake with polkadot.js.
- **Tomi's Background**: Active in promoting Polkadot globally, author of a Polkadot-friendly book, and initiator of cross-chain projects.
- **Request**: Community support to reimburse the lost DOT, acknowledging the efforts made in good faith.

The proposal aims to recover 46.1 DOT lost due to a technical error while pursuing a local Polkadot event in Finland. The revised proposal was for 310 DOT, and the practicalities were to be organized by a student group. The proposer, a Polkadot Ambassador, is asking the community to reimburse the lost DOT to regain motivation and focus on international initiatives.

Recovering lost funds for local initiative

### BlockDeep Labs Summary

- **Background**: BlockDeep Labs is a spin-off from Parity's solution engineering team, with over 5 years of experience in Substrate-based chain implementation.
- **Grant**: Secured a grant from the Web3 Foundation to deliver the Mythos Parachain.
- **Problem**: New teams in the Polkadot ecosystem lack high-quality support due to the decentralization of Parity's go-to-market functions and the scaling down of the Substrate Builders Program.
- **Proposal**: Expansion of service offerings to foster Polkadot ecosystem growth, including coretime usage-based technical support, Substrate code reviews, Polkadot release analysis, and a delivery partners program.
- **Coretime Usage Support**: Offers free access to engineering resources based on coretime usage, aiming to gamify and educate about coretime concepts.
- **Substrate Code Reviews**: Provides detailed technical feedback and support to builder teams, aiming to maintain high-quality standards in the ecosystem.
- **Polkadot Release Analysis**: Reestablishes detailed analysis of Polkadot releases to enhance visibility of breaking changes.
- **Delivery Partners Program**: Trains and accredits Substrate engineering companies, enhancing Polkadot's visibility and ecosystem support.
- **Team**: Led by Gautam Dhameja, with experienced Substrate engineers and a project manager.
- **Budget**: Requests $577,745 (81,718 DOT) for 6 months to deliver these services.

WHO: BlockDeep Labs, a spin-out of the former solution engineering team at Parity.

WHAT: Proposes to offer technical support and advisory services to Polkadot ecosystem teams, including coretime usage-based support services, Substrate code reviews, Polkadot release analysis, and delivery partners program.

PRICE/TIMEFRAME/RESOURCES: The proposal requests funding of 81,718 DOT for a 6-month period from June 1, 2024, to November 30, 2024, with a total budget of USD 577,745 (including VAT). The budget includes costs for code reviews, release analysis, coretime-based support, on-chain badging system, ecosystem services coordination, and entity management.

BlockDeep Labs: Ecosystem Services Proposal for Polkadot Treasury

### Polkadot Ecology Research Institute

- **Location**: Largest Asian research institute focusing on the Polkadot ecosystem.
- **History**: Established in 2019 by early builders of the Chinese Polkadot community.
- **Contributions**:
  - Published nearly 200 original articles on Polkadot, with over 60 million reads.
  - Supported over 70 Polkadot-related activities, reaching over 40,000 people.
  - Empowered over 110 Polkadot ecosystem projects with content, events, and community support.
- **Funding**:
  - Received support from the Polkadot treasury 7 times.
  - Applying for annual operational expenses for April 2024 to March 2025.
- **Impact**:
  - Published a comprehensive 30,000-word strategy report on Polkadot in 2023.
  - Continues to drive Polkadot's development globally.
- **Proposal**:
  - Seeking 12 months of operational funding, primarily for personnel expenses.
  - Detailed proposal available [here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DaWP1eGi6QYdyB1tQPoYhLeMlKCwwPbyZ22IoDZ4ENM/edit?usp=sharing).

WHO: Polkadot Ecology Research Institute

WHAT: Applying for 12 months of operational funding for personnel expenses to cover day-to-day operational costs of the institute.

PRICE/TIMEFRAME/RESOURCES: Not specified.

The operating cost for the research organization Polkadot Ecology Research Institute for 2024/4-2025/3

**Nova Spektr: All-in-One Polkadot Desktop Application**

- **Purpose**: Nova Spektr is a desktop app designed for enterprise adoption in the Polkadot ecosystem.
- **Features**: Includes OpenGov voting, delegations, operations basket, assets portfolio view, and more.
- **Supported Networks**: Works with over 75 Polkadot ecosystem networks.
- **Security**: Offers secure key management, hardware wallet support, and light client integration.
- **Funding**: The project is funded by the Polkadot Treasury for 5 months.
- **User Groups**: Targets enterprises, DAOs, and individual users with advanced needs.
- **Open Source**: The application is secure and open-source.
- **Full Proposal**: Detailed information is available in the [Nova Spektr Milestone 4 Proposal](https://docs.google.com/document/d/14wyKOadBkY2BPZp5IUHD6Ved1mX-AdgOJ4253UyWmMU/edit).

Nova Spektr is a Polkadot desktop application for enterprise adoption. They are proposing funding for 5 months to develop enterprise-focused features for their all-in-one application, with a focus on OpenGov voting, delegations, and multisigs. The proposal includes a detailed list of features and is funded by the Polkadot Treasury.

Nova Spektr Milestone 4 Proposal: OpenGov voting and delegation, Support for complex account structures, Flexible multisigs, Operation basket, Assets Portfolio view, Fellowship voting, Web-hosted app

### Polkadot-API Summary

- **Purpose**: Polkadot-API aims to improve and expand the PolkadotJs project.
- **Features**: It offers a set of modular libraries for building decentralized apps (dApps).
- **Philosophy**: Focuses on a "light-client first" approach to enhance developer experience.
- **Recent Update**: The team has grown with the addition of [@carlosala](/user/carlosala).
- **Financing**: The team is seeking funding through treasury proposals.
- **Feedback**: They are collecting community feedback before submitting the proposal.
- **Details**: More information is available in a [Google Doc](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Y-3To6olzLTORnraZCAMbZz0FUWBzPUt1OS1hKb-Zeo).
- **Team**: Led by [@Josep](/user/Josep), [@carlosala](/user/carlosala), and [@voliva](/user/voliva).

WHO: Polkadot-API development team

WHAT: Seeking financing for maintenance and development of Polkadot-API through treasury proposals

PRICE/TIMEFRAME/RESOURCES: Details in the google doc provided in the post

Polkadot-API: Apr-Jul development financing

- On December 29th, 2023, Chris, the Head Ambassador of North America for Polkadot, reached out to Ryan (Phunky) about bringing an Indy 500 opportunity to their community.
- Chris helped organize a Polkadot Decoded watch party earlier in the year and was crucial in getting a treasury payout for an Indy 500 race team.
- Despite challenges, Chris managed to get a replacement treasury payout passed quickly to support the race team.
- Chris also orchestrated a deal with Inter Miami, another significant marketing opportunity for the Polkadot ecosystem.
- Chris has been actively involved in the Polkadot network since its early years but has not received any tips from the treasury for his efforts.
- Ryan hopes that other DOT token holders will support and celebrate Chris's contributions by voting AYE on a tip for "Learn Polkadot."
- Ryan has provided a formal proposal document for anyone who needs it.

Proposal to tip "Learn Polkadot" for spearheading the Indy 500 opportunity and helping with Ref 514 and Ref 616. No specific price, timeframe, or resources mentioned.

Learn Polkadot Tip for Polkadot Brand Being Elevated by Conor Daly and Inter Miami

### Infinity Wallet Proposal Summary

1. **Resubmission**: This proposal is a revised version based on feedback from the previous Infinity Wallet proposal that was revoked.

2. **Changes Made**:
   - Split into 3 milestones to demonstrate delivery capability.
   - Increased the budget to address concerns about the previous budget being too low.

3. **Additional Additions**:
   - Competitive breakdown of Polkadot and its main wallets.
   - Updated milestones and deliverables.
   - UI examples for desktop, web3 browser, and mobile app.
   - KPI goals and value add sections.

4. **Proposal Focus**: Integration of Polkadot, Kusama, and their ecosystems into Infinity Wallet, aiming for user-friendly access to Web3.

5. **Infinity Wallet Overview**: A decentralized, non-custodial wallet and Web3 browser, launched in 2020 with around 48,000 MAU, and a mobile version planned for 2024.

6. **Milestones**:
   - **Milestone 1**: Core wallet integration, portfolio dashboard, transaction history, cross-chain swaps, and fiat on/off ramp.
   - **Milestone 2**: Support for Polkadot & Kusama tokens, Web3 browser, DApp store, Wallet Connect, and NFT management.
   - **Milestone 3**: Social Wallet Account Abstraction, XCM transfers, XCM swaps, and in-wallet marketing.

7. **Open Source**: Infinity Wallet is built on open-source principles, with internal audits and EV code signing for security.

8. **Value Add**: Aims to enhance user experience, simplify multi-chain interactions, and increase ecosystem discoverability and adoption.

WHO: Infinity Wallet Team

WHAT: Integration of Polkadot, Kusama and their ecosystems into the Infinity Wallet all-in-one gateway, for a complete and user-friendly way to access the decentralized world and Web3.

PRICE/TIMEFRAME/RESOURCES: Milestone 1 Total amount: 9,924 DOT (~$69,000 at time of proposal); Deliverables have been split into 3 milestone referendum proposals.

Infinity Wallet - A unique native desktop Wallet & Web3 Browser - Milestone 1

**Polkadot Q2 Marketing Campaign Proposal by Distractive**

- **Proponent:** Distractive Media
- **Beneficiary:** Distractive Media (Address: 13YMQVCcnv8LTJv2myvr7fdK84w8tXVtfH6tjFEiduFmWwCD)
- **Requested Amount:** $325,000 (DOT allocation based on 7-day average rate)
- **Objective:** To promote Polkadot ecosystem projects and onboard new developers, partners, and community members.
- **Campaigns:** Five campaigns planned for Q2 2024.
- **Deliverables:** Social media posts, website content, and blog posts from Polkadot's main accounts.
- **Full Proposal:** Detailed cost breakdown available [here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IVsUDPbm3D2DhA2L6icrNPfh6sgK6twBJwZZwP-Hwx0).

**WHO:** Distractive Media

**WHAT:** Q2 Marketing Campaigns for Polkadot ecosystem, including shedding light on projects and onboarding new developers, partners, and community members.

**PRICE/TIMEFRAME/RESOURCES:** $325,000, DOT allocation calculated based on 7-day avg rate. Full cost breakdown in proposal.

Polkadot Q2 Marketing Campaigns by Distractive 

### Pop Network Overview

- **Purpose**: Pop Network aims to simplify smart contract development on Polkadot, making it accessible to more developers.
- **Features**: It provides easy-to-use APIs and only uses the DOT token, reducing complexity and onboarding friction.
- **Current Status**: Pop Network is live on the Paseo testnet and supports the PAS token. It has a working API for ink! smart contracts.
- **Team**: R0GUE, a team with extensive experience in Polkadot, is developing Pop Network.
- **Funding Request**: The team is seeking $587,100 (83,906.81 DOT) to complete development, auditing, and deployment.
- **Impact**: Pop Network could boost activity on Polkadot, increasing demand for DOT tokens and Coretime.
- **Vision**: It envisions a future where smart contracts can create cross-chain applications with minimal code, powered by DOT.
- **Link**: [Full Proposal](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1u2bq4Qer7mjtUoJoRxebKB_vH2pCyofI1OX2YGlU21c/edit?usp=sharing)

WHO: R0GUE, a team of ex-Parity Tech Delivery Service’s engineers.

WHAT: Pop Network, an ink! enabled parachain that offers straightforward and stable interfaces (APIs) to smart contracts and only uses the DOT token.

PRICE/TIMEFRAME/RESOURCES: $587,100.00 (83,906.81 DOT) to achieve milestones 1 and 2 of Pop Network, encompassing development, auditing, and deployment on Polkadot.

Pop Network | Enabling simple and powerful smart contract development, with DOT

- **Objective**: Improve Polkadot's presence in the U.S. and find new integration opportunities.
- **Sponsorship**: Partner with the Texas Blockchain Council at the Executive Partner level.
- **Funding**: Requesting $187,000, including a $17,000 buffer for price volatility.
- **Activities**: Focus on marketing, events, and networking to boost Polkadot's visibility.
- **Success Metrics**: Include favorable regulations, new ecosystem teams, and partnerships.
- **Return Policy**: Any extra funds will be returned to the treasury based on DOT price.
- **Details**: For more information, see the [full proposal](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NLG5NwcIkWMEZK9lCYdcRBw-em3HgJaliKK7gcXJ6Ks/edit?usp=sharing).

WHO: Ecosystem Agent Yung Beef

WHAT: Improve Polkadot's presence in the U.S., discover new integration opportunities, and insert Polkadot into the minds of some of the U.S.'s foremost blockchain policy advocates through sponsoring the Texas Blockchain Council at the Executive Partner level.

PRICE/TIMEFRAME/RESOURCES: $187,000 requested, including $50,000 for the Texas Blockchain Council, $120,000 for Yung Beef, and $17,000 for price volatility. Success metrics include passing beneficial regulations, onboarding new teams, and securing partnerships.

Improving Polkadot’s Presence In the U.S. With The Texas Blockchain Council

- Apillon is a Web3 development platform backed by Polkadot Treasury.
- Milestone 2 Proposal aims to enhance user onboarding, simplify smart contract interaction, and introduce cross-chain capabilities.
- The platform has over 100,000 users, with 82,634 projects on a freemium plan.
- Key features include Web3 Storage, Hosting, NFTs, and API services.
- Apillon is open-source and supports multiple Polkadot parachains.
- The platform offers a "forever"-freemium model and plans to create a Developer Adoption Fund.

WHO: Apillon Web3 development platform

WHAT: Submitting a Milestone 2 Proposal for Polkadot Treasury funding to cover the next phase of technical development of the Apillon platform.

PRICE/TIMEFRAME/RESOURCES: Not specified.

⧓ Apillon Platform - Milestone 2 Proposal

**Polkadot Sports Sponsorship Proposal**

- **Proponent:** ORSEN_SEAN
- **Beneficiary:** Multi-sig wallet with 8 trusted community members
- **Funds Requested:** 968K DOT (USD 8,820,000)
- **Purpose:** Secure a global sports sponsorship with a top sports team
- **Benefits:** Elevate Polkadot's global brand recognition and engage a large fanbase
- **Partnership Management:** Handled by ORSEN SA, an international sports marketing agency
- **Sponsorship Assets:** Include branding, advertising, VIP experiences, and fan engagement activities
- **Goal:** Increase awareness, education, engagement, and conversion of Polkadot technology

**WHO:** ORSEN\_SEAN

**WHAT:** Requesting 968K DOT (USD 8,820,000) to secure a global sports sponsorship opportunity with one of the world's most engaging and followed sports teams, managed by ORSEN SA.

**WHY:** To instantly elevate Polkadot to become a globally recognizable brand and develop and promote Polkadot technology through a highly engaged global fanbase providing on-chain activations and real-life technology use cases.

#644 Polkadot - Sports Sponsorship Fund

### Magnet Network
- Aims to increase DOT usage by offering a smart contract platform.
- Uses DOT as gas fee and focuses on long-tail users.

### Magnet Stack
- Built on Substrate, evolved from Magnet.
- Simplifies development in the Polkadot ecosystem.
- Features include multiple virtual machines and customizable templates.

### Context
- Blockchain industry is moving towards diversified DApps.
- Magnet aligns with the JAM chain concept for Polkadot.
- Focus on reducing developer learning costs.

### Development
- Magnet Stack supports various deployment modes.
- Continuous testing on Rococo network.
- Milestone 3 aims to develop Magnet Stack further.

### Testnet
- Magnet Bulk Coretime Testnet is live on Rococo.
- Web-based application available for user experience.

### Funding
- Proposal submitted for $294,400.00 to fund Milestone 3.
- Estimated development period is four months.

Magnet Network proposes to enhance the usage scenarios of DOT by offering a scalable smart contract platform based on the on-demand coretime model, utilizing DOT as the gas fee. Milestone 3 aims to develop Magnet Stack, a platform built on Substrate, to streamline the development process within the Polkadot ecosystem. The proposal requests funding of $294,400 for a four-month development period. Key features include support for multiple virtual machines, customizable templates, and efficient resource management.

Magnet Milestone 3 Proposal: An Appchain Tech Stack leverages the Coretime Model to enhance DOT use cases and facilitate Polkadot's growth

**The Kusamarian**

- **The Kusamarian** is a media brand focused on Polkadot (DOT) ecosystem.
- It provides public forums for Polkadot builders, nominators, governors, holders, and the curious.
- The brand aims to sustain coverage until at least April 30, 2025, with a proposed budget of 74,533 DOT.
- Current coverage includes news shows, podcasts, governance livestreams, and fellowship livestreams.
- Special coverage includes interviews, event coverage, and promotional efforts.
- The cost of production is $17,145 per week, covering various contributors and expenses.
- Promotion efforts on platforms like 𝕏 and YouTube have shown significant engagement and reach.
- The Kusamarian welcomes audits and feedback to maintain transparency and improve its work.

The Kusamarian proposes to sustain its coverage of the Polkadot ecosystem until at least April 30, 2025, for a total cost of 74,533 DOT, which covers 69% of the costs of production and native promotion at $8.64/DOT (7dEMA). The proposal includes 16 behind-the-scenes extended interviews outside the scope of Behind the Code II to be broadcast by The Kus. The cost of production is $17,145 per week, covering the labor of 2 full-time, 1 double-time, and 8 part-time contributors, admin, promotions, growth initiatives, airfare, and travel expenses. The proposal also includes promotion efforts on X and YouTube and organic reach metrics.

Treasury Proposals