Week of July 8th, 2024
Recent Proposals
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Mission Requests: Intent #3A, 6M OP
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Summary: Season 6’s proposal focuses on growing application developers on the OP Mainnet, targeting active developers to drive usage across the Superchain. The Token House will rank Mission Requests, which will be approved based on approval voting. Requests range from Optimism dominance in yield-bearing assets, subsidized audit grants, and tools for developers, to support for on-chain games and educational programs. For approval, each Mission Request requires a minimum of 51% yes votes and must fall within the eligible ranking for budget allocation. Notably, batch approval is essential for Requests 1A-1D due to their interoperability.
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Proposer: Optimism Foundation
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Status: Voting in progress
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Mission Requests: Intent #1, 500k OP
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Summary: The proposal for Season 6 outlines Mission Requests aimed at advancing technical decentralization through improved governance structures within the Optimism ecosystem. Target metrics include increasing the votable supply of the Token House by 15% to 100 million OP and boosting confidence among Citizens in voting on upgrade vetoes. The proposal uses approval voting to rank Mission Requests, with each request needing a minimum of 51% yes votes to be eligible for budget allocation. Requests range from cross-chain voting systems, research frameworks, grants claiming tools, to integrating governance concepts into university courses. Voters are encouraged to follow the suggestions of the Collective Feedback Commission or vote based on their own preferences; however, once cast, votes cannot be changed.
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Proposer: Optimism Foundation
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Status: Voting in progress
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Mission Requests: Intent #3B, 12M OP
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Summary: The proposal titled “Mission Requests: Intent #3B, 12M OP” seeks the approval of a mission request aimed at growing application developers across the Superchain. Authored by the Foundation, this mission request will be considered approved if it secures at least 51% yes votes from the quorum. Voters are advised to abstain if they believe the request should not be approved. The proposal is open for voting in Cycle #24, and once a vote is cast, it cannot be changed. The mission request under consideration is “Support the Superchain,” which requires 12 million OP.
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Proposer: Optimism Foundation
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Status: Voting in progress
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Forum Highlights
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Joan reflected on her experience as a reviewer and appeals reviewer for RPGF4, emphasizing the shift toward a more metrics-based evaluation and smaller, targeted rounds. She applauded the experimental approach of Optimism but pointed out limitations in relying strictly on quantitative metrics, which sometimes hindered the use of human judgment. Joan highlighted ambiguities in reviewer instructions and the need for better software tools, such as clearer guidelines and an improved user interface, to enhance the review process. She suggested that feedback from human reviewers should inform automated processes, and the software used for reviews should be tested more thoroughly in future rounds.
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Developer Advisory Board - S6 Internal Operating Procedures
The forum post outlines the internal operating procedures for the Season 6 Developer Advisory Board, detailing how it will govern its activities and support various entities within the Optimism governance structure. The procedures include the review process for mission applications, provision of technical feedback, protocol upgrade evaluations, and efforts to discover new ways to support the community. Each section specifies roles, timelines, and actions required from the board members, emphasizing organized and transparent feedback mechanisms, collaborative decision-making, and community involvement to enhance the efficacy of their governance responsibilities.
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Tribuni Alpha Launch: Telegram Mini-app Built by Delegates for Delegates
David Zhou announces the alpha launch of the Tribuni Telegram Mini-app, designed to streamline governance for delegates. Recognizing the challenge of staying current with significant volumes of information, Tribuni offers delegates alerts on live proposals, summaries, and updates across various superchain ecosystems, including Optimism, Synthetix, and Frax. This app emerged from ETH Denver 2024 hackathon and leverages Telegram’s mobile-first interface to consolidate updates, reducing the need for multiple tools. The post extends gratitude to beta testers and the Grants Council for their support, inviting users to join the app and a Telegram group for feedback and support with the invite code “POTATO.”
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The 24th voting cycle for Optimism began on June 27th and runs until July 17th, with a snapshot of delegate voting weights taken as votes go live. This cycle includes a variety of mission requests under Intent 1 and Intent 3, such as Cross Chain Voting, Research Frameworks, Grant Programs Analysis, and developer tools aiming for decentralization and boosting application development on the Superchain. Citizens’ House will have the opportunity to veto any approved upgrades between July 18th and 24th, ensuring a robust governance process. Detailed guides are provided for voting on these mission requests, prioritizing efficient allocation and impactful outcomes.
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Season 6 Anticapture Commission Lead Nominations
In preparation for Season 6, the Anticapture Commission is calling for nominations for its Commission Lead. The Lead must meet specific qualifications, draft internal procedures, organize regular meetings, execute delegation votes, author reports, assess delegate qualifications for the following season, and serve as a tie-breaker when needed. Members of the Commission who wish to be considered for the position must self-nominate by posting a completed self-nomination template by July 10th. The election will take place via a majority vote within the Commission’s Telegram group over a 48-hour period.
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[Mission Request] Marquee governance hackathon
The forum post titled “[Mission Request] Marquee Governance Hackathon” outlines a proposal to host a significant hackathon aimed at attracting developers at the idea stage to the Superchain ecosystem. The proposing delegate, Jackanorak, suggests this hackathon as a major recruitment event to serve as a marketplace for ideas and talent. The event is to be organized in partnership with a trusted entity, requiring a 50k OP grant and prioritizing in-person participation. The proposal highlights the necessity for experienced applicants and strategic awareness efforts. The completion timeline is set within six months post-application approval. Key metrics for measuring the hackathon’s success include the number of applicants, sponsors, projects, and funds raised. The post also notes that this mission proposal has not involved other contributors nor engaged a grant-as-a-service provider.
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A small team, supported by Raid Guild, is developing a Delegate Match Application (DMA) for the Optimism community, drawing inspiration from Voting Advice Applications (VAAs) used in European politics. The DMA aims to help OP token holders find compatible delegates by answering a series of questions about key issues, similar to how VAAs match voters with political parties. This project seeks to increase the delegated supply of OP tokens to active delegates and strengthen the alignment between delegates and token holders. Community members are invited to provide feedback on potential matchmaking topics and participate in interviews to guide the app’s development. Topics include commitment versus professional background in delegates, funding preferences, decentralization pace, balance between VC ventures and OSS funding, delegate communication, and demographic matching.
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[Mission Request] Gaming Infra in the Superchain
The forum post titled “[Mission Request] Gaming Infra in the Superchain” outlines a proposal to enhance game development in the Optimism Superchain by expanding and promoting existing Open Source Software (OSS) Game Development Frameworks (GDFs). The mission, proposed by Joxes from SEED Latam, intends to attract developers and teams to create new infrastructure tools, ultimately aiming for a robust ecosystem. With a total grant amount of 250,000 OP (up to 100k per applicant), the proposal encourages multiple applicants to contribute. Key requirements include integrating current GDFs, developing new ones, and promoting their adoption. Success will be measured by milestones such as tool selection, growth grant distribution, and progress tracking, with the ultimate goal of positioning the Superchain as the leading onchain game development platform.
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[Mission Request] Accelerating Game Development in the Superchain
In a recent forum post titled “Accelerating Game Development in the Superchain,” the mission requests resources and support for indie studios, game development teams, and solo developers to create, migrate, or deploy video games on the Superchain Network. As proposed by Joxes / SEED Latam, with a grant totaling 500,000 OP, this initiative aims to onboard multiple applicants with at least a year of game development experience. Utilizing open-source game development frameworks and integrating Account Abstraction to enhance user experience, the mission also includes technical support from OP Labs. Success metrics include the number of development studios and games on the Superchain, player count, gas fees, and smart contract deployments, all aimed at positioning the Superchain as a leading onchain gaming platform.
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A forum post by Dan Singjoy outlines a mission request to develop and distribute high-quality educational resources aimed at attracting and supporting application developers on the Optimism blockchain. The initiative, sponsored by Jrocki with a 50k OP budget as part of Season 6 Intent 3A, aims to grow the developer community on Optimism’s Superchain by providing resources that enhance skills, lower entry barriers, and foster community engagement. Key responsibilities include content development, onchain interactions, community engagement, and continuous improvement of educational materials. The mission’s impact will be measured through milestones and metrics focused on developer participation, onchain transactions, feedback, retention, and the quality of new applications developed. This initiative builds on feedback and inspiration from the Optimism Fractal community and previous grant discussions.
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[Mission Request] Create and Distribute Videos about Optimism Collective Governance
This forum post details a mission request to create and distribute educational and entertaining videos about Optimism Collective governance. Proposed by Krzysztof Urbański (L2BEAT Governance Delegate), along with contributions from various community members, the mission aims to enhance community education, foster a welcoming community environment, and simplify the complexities of Optimism’s governance to boost participation. The mission includes producing high-quality video content, promoting it on social media, and reporting on engagement metrics. With a budget of 60k OP and expected delivery across multiple applicants, the goal is to make governance accessible, increase delegate involvement, and heighten overall community engagement. The progress and impact will be assessed through milestones and metrics, such as onchain transactions and social media interactions, to ensure the mission’s success aligns with the broader intent of progressing towards decentralization.
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