Octant Backers: Second Epoch Allocation Announcement
Octant Backers: Second Epoch Allocation Announcement
Octant Backers are reminded that the Epoch Two Allocation begins in 21 hours. Backers who have locked $GLM are encouraged to decide on user rewards distribution and consider allocating a portion of their rewards to Gitcoin. The team is grateful for backers who support their cause.
馃敂 Attention Octant Backers! Epoch Two Allocation kicks off in 21 hours! If you've locked $GLM, now's the time to decide on your user rewards distribution and champion your causes. We'd be honored if you consider allocating part of your rewards from locked $GLM to Gitcoin. 馃檹
Did you lock $GLM into Octant? You have rewards coming your way! The allocation window for Epoch Two opens Wednesday at 5pm CET, 8am PST. Window is open for two weeks. 24 amazing public goods projects are hoping for your support, but you can also keep as much of the rewards
Gitcoin 3.0 Returns to Ethereum Roots with Focus on Commons
Gitcoin announces a strategic pivot with version 3.0, returning to its Ethereum foundations. The platform is refocusing on providing sustainable support for public goods and commons within the Ethereum ecosystem. Key updates: - New Sensemaking Framework launched to identify funding priorities - Deadline for community input: August 15th - Focus on supporting overlooked but critical infrastructure - Emphasis on community-led capital allocation The initiative aims to create a more structured approach to funding essential ecosystem development, moving away from hype-driven allocation to support builders working on fundamental infrastructure. [Learn more about the Sensemaking Framework](https://gov.gitcoin.co/t/gitcoin-grants-24-strategic-sense-making-framework/20865)
Eat Sense Make Repeat Deadlines Approaching
**Important Deadline Alert** - Final deadline for Eat Sense Make Repeat submissions: **August 15th** - Voting deadline: **August 13th** Community members are encouraged to participate in both submission and voting processes. These deadlines are firm and will not be extended. Mark your calendars and ensure your participation before the cutoff dates.
Gitcoin Hosts Sensemaking Report Workshop to Shape GG24 Funding
Gitcoin is hosting a **Sensemaking Report Workshop** this Friday at 4 PM UTC on Discord to shape future funding priorities for GG24. - Community members can collaborate to brainstorm ideas and map themes - Workshop aims to create a community-driven Sensemaking Report - Follows Wednesday's X Space discussion on Demystifying Sensemaking at Gitcoin 3.0 Join the workshop: [Discord Event](https://discord.com/events/562828676480237578/1399452467661504614)
Gitcoin 3.0 Supports Open Source Dev Tool Builders
Open source developers continue building essential tools through market cycles, often prioritizing values over compensation. Gitcoin 3.0 aims to provide sustainable support for these ecosystem-driven efforts. Key points: - Focus on long-term, intentional support for dev tool builders - Recognition of developers choosing purpose over higher pay - Integration of revenue-generating initiatives to expand impact Gitcoin's evolution demonstrates a commitment to creating sustainable funding mechanisms for open-source development, ensuring critical infrastructure work continues regardless of market conditions.
Fund What Matters
A community-driven initiative focused on sustainable funding mechanisms is gaining traction. The program aims to: - Connect resources with meaningful projects - Establish transparent allocation processes - Enable direct community participation in funding decisions The framework emphasizes long-term sustainability over short-term gains. Early results show increased engagement and more efficient resource distribution. *Key metrics demonstrate 40% better resource utilization compared to traditional models.* **Next steps include expanding the framework to additional sectors and refining governance mechanisms.**