Scroll_ZKP and Ethereum Foundation Donate $150K to ZK Grants Round
Scroll_ZKP and Ethereum Foundation Donate $150K to ZK Grants Round
Scroll_ZKP and the Ethereum Foundation are donating $150K to a shared prize pool in the first ZK Grants Round to encourage open-source development and research in zero-knowledge proofs and ZK powered L2s. The goal is to unify the L2 ecosystem by identifying shared needs and new standards. Developers and researchers can contribute through performance benchmarking, forced inclusion tools, and multi-prover systems. Anyone can apply with innovative ideas that meet the eligibility criteria.
At @Scroll_ZKP, we're committed to encouraging open-source development and research to advance and further the adoption of zero-knowledge proofs and ZK powered L2s. We're joining the @ethereum Foundation in donating $150K to a shared prize pool in the first ZK Grants Round 馃У
馃摚 The first ZK Grants Round is now open! The Ethereum Foundation, in collaboration with Aztec, Polygon, Scroll, Taiko, and zkSync, contributed $150K each to the shared prize pool, totaling $900K. Apply before March 18th! 馃憞 esp.ethereum.foundation/zk-grants
Scroll DAO Selects Global and Regional Teams for First Research Initiative
Scroll DAO has announced the selected contributors for **DCP-1: State of Scroll Research**, the first pilot of the Delegates Contribution Program. **Global Teams:** - Data & Analytics: [Curia](https://twitter.com/Curia_gov) - Format & Visualization: [PinkBrains](https://twitter.com/PinkBrains_io) **Regional Researchers & Storytellers:** - LATAM: [ModularCrypto](https://twitter.com/ModularCrypto) - SEA: [_muhraf_](https://twitter.com/_muhraf_) - APAC: [Pixy7Crypto](https://twitter.com/Pixy7Crypto) - Africa: [DAOplomats](https://twitter.com/DAOplomats) + [lifeofdanel](https://twitter.com/lifeofdanel) The initiative will produce a comprehensive research report on Scroll's ecosystem, combining regional insights with cross-regional analysis.
Scroll DAO Plans Pilot Program for Ecosystem Documentation and Contributor Funding
Scroll DAO is developing a pilot program to create comprehensive ecosystem documentation. The initiative will produce: - A consolidated report - One-page summaries - Ecosystem maps All materials will be published on the forum for DAO and Foundation reference. **Funding Structure** Contributors will receive defined budgets based on: - Project scope - Specific deliverables The Scroll Foundation may provide data and insights to support the effort. This documentation project runs parallel to ongoing DAO-Foundation discussions about ecosystem growth strategies and user acquisition initiatives.
Scroll's Delegate Contribution Program Expands Beyond Simple Voting
The **Delegate Contribution Program (DCP)** is evolving to give delegates structured roles beyond traditional voting mechanisms. Key developments: - Delegates will take on **well-defined responsibilities** aligned with Scroll's strategic priorities - Focus areas include ecosystem growth, network security, and data transparency - The program aims to help the DAO make more effective progress in critical areas This shift represents a move toward more **active governance participation**, where delegates contribute specialized expertise rather than simply casting votes on proposals.
Scroll DAO Allocates $60k Quarterly for Delegate Participation Programs
The Scroll DAO has established quarterly funding for two governance participation initiatives: - **Governance Contribution Recognition (GCR)**: $36,000 USDC per quarter - **Delegate Contribution Program (DCP)**: $24,000 USDC per quarter These programs incentivize active delegate participation through voting, publishing rationale, and engaging in governance discussions. The GCR program has been running since last year, rewarding delegates who maintain consistent involvement in DAO governance activities.
Scroll DAO Delegate Accelerator Program Completes 7-Week Training Initiative
The **Scroll DAO Delegate Accelerator** has concluded its comprehensive 7-week program, with StableLab releasing a full roundup of achievements and outcomes. The program trained **20+ selected delegates** from a competitive applicant pool, focusing on: - DAO governance fundamentals - Active contribution to ecosystem growth - Hands-on learning with expert tutors **Key partners** included StableLab, SEEDGov, and Factory Labs as program tutors. The initiative aimed to build lasting governance knowledge within the Scroll community, equipping delegates with skills to effectively participate in DAO decision-making processes. StableLab's comprehensive report details the program's impact and lessons learned from this governance education experiment.