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The **Scroll DAO has extended the application deadline** for its State of Scroll Research program, the first pilot of the Delegate Contribution Program (DCP). **New deadline:** Friday, March 13 at 7:00 PM UTC **Key Details:** - $18,000 USD allocated to the initiative - Program will produce a global research report on Scroll's ecosystem - Combines regional insights and cross-regional analysis - Maps regional chapters (LATAM, Europe, Africa, SE Asia) - Analyzes key verticals (Infrastructure, Payments, Stablecoins, Institutions, Privacy) **What is the DCP?** The Delegate Contribution Program goes beyond voting, offering delegates well-defined roles aligned with Scroll's strategic priorities. It complements the existing Governance Contribution Recognition (GCR) program. **Budget Allocation:** The DAO has earmarked quarterly allocations: - 36k USDC for GCR - 24k USDC for DCP The research will generate insights and recommendations to support strategy, partnerships, and ecosystem growth for both the DAO and Foundation. [Apply here](https://forum.scroll.io/t/dcp-1-state-of-scroll-research-application-thread/1410)

Scroll DAO is accepting applications for its new Community Council, offering 3 paid positions with 6-month terms requiring approximately 10 hours per week. **Key Responsibilities:** - Evaluate Local Node proposals and performance - Manage a pilot community grants program (up to 50k SCR per event) - Oversee Local Nodes and guide global community growth - Develop and refine frameworks based on community feedback **Application Process:** - Open to anyone interested in contributing, not limited to existing delegates - Shortlisted candidates selected through forum approval voting by verified Scroll delegates Full proposal details: [forum.scroll.io](https://forum.scroll.io/t/proposal-community-council-formation/935/36) Apply: [tally.so/r/mRq1xp](https://tally.so/r/mRq1xp)

A new research program is launching with an **$18,000 USDC budget** spanning approximately 8-10 weeks. **Open positions include:** - Data & Analytics (Global) - Format & Visualization (Global) - Regional Researchers & Storytellers The program seeks contributors across multiple disciplines to work on data analysis, visualization design, and regional content creation. All roles are open to global applicants, with regional researcher positions focusing on localized storytelling. Applications are now being accepted for these paid positions.

A new exploration focuses on the infrastructure enabling crypto adoption across multiple dimensions: **Payment Infrastructure** - Stablecoins and onchain payment systems - Payment applications and their integrations - Local payment rail connections **Financial Access** - USD exposure opportunities for global users - Regulatory frameworks shaping crypto usage This analysis examines how these elements work together to create accessible financial systems, particularly in regions seeking alternatives to traditional banking infrastructure.

A comprehensive research initiative will examine the Scroll ecosystem across multiple dimensions. **Key areas of analysis include:** - Infrastructure and transaction costs - Developer experience and tooling - Security and privacy features - Access points: wallets, bridges, and on/offramps The research will feature **regional chapters** with ground-level ecosystem analysis from key geographic areas, alongside cross-regional vertical deep dives. The study aims to synthesize findings across major verticals that shape Scroll's adoption and usage patterns.

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.

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.

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.

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.

**Scroll introduces Cloak**, a new validium designed to bring privacy back to crypto transactions while maintaining institutional compliance. **Key Features:** - Uses **ZK proofs** to validate transactions without revealing underlying data - **RPC Authentication Proxy** adds compliance, audits, and controlled access for institutions - Maintains **EVM compatibility** for seamless developer experience **How It Works:** - Integrates with existing tools through **ERC-4361** (Sign In With Ethereum) - RPC Proxy manages asset access using **JWTs** and standard EVM calls - Balances user **confidentiality** with institutional **control requirements** Cloak addresses the critical need for privacy in crypto while ensuring institutions can meet regulatory and audit requirements. The solution preserves the familiar Ethereum development environment. [Learn more about Cloak](https://scroll.link/privacy) | [Technical breakdown](http://scroll.link/privacy-blog)