[BT] DOT #1811 - [Retroactive] Polkadot tech for enterprises

The considerable effort invested in these initiatives is recognised. However, there are substantial reservations about the proposal presented that motivate a vote of objection (NAY). These objections focus on the transparency of participation and the lack of verifiable impact metrics:

Lack of Clarity in the Sponsorship Structure

There is a lack of clear documentary evidence defining whether the event presented was exclusively sponsored by Polkadot or whether it was structured as a collaboration with multiple protocols.

This doubt is based on the track record of the organising team, which has demonstrated that it runs events in co-organisation with other relevant blockchains (such as Avalanche, Chainlink, Arbitrum, among others). It is imperative to clarify the nature of Polkadot's sponsorship and its position within the co-financing and brand positioning structure.

Lack of Proven Effectiveness and Return on Investment (ROI)

Despite claims about Polkadot's participation in past activities carried out by this team, to date, no evidence has been presented to demonstrate the tangible effectiveness of these events.

Effectiveness must be quantifiable and translate into concrete results for the Polkadot ecosystem, such as:

The materialisation of new agreements and partnerships.

The development and adoption of specific use cases.

Verifiable growth metrics.

I just want to clarify a few things regarding Ezio's biased comments.

#1
I have always used my knowledge of other networks to generate a positive impact on the Polkadot ecosystem. Examples of this were the activities carried out in Peru (Arequipa Blockchain Week: https://x.com/space4build/status/1897012876449308858?s=48&t=xZwu9y0l8ACyMwWB7pH3Rg ) and Colombia (Medellin Blockchain Week: https://x.com/space4build/status/1919136568050115064?s=48&t=xZwu9y0l8ACyMwWB7pH3Rg), where the focus was on using the technology available within the Polkadot ecosystem for recording and interacting with activities, as a way to encourage further exploration of our ecosystem.

Furthermore, your comments about transparency are nothing new (they seem to be a personal issue). You made the same comment in 2024, and despite receiving a response from someone in the network you inquired about, you chose to maintain your negative stance toward our activities. Ref: https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1050

"EzioRed Nay 1yr ago

Hi Simon.

Two questions I have regarding this proposal.

In the midst of the events that have been held I have been able to appreciate that in these events also participate projects such as Hive, Chainlink, among others. How can we ensure from the Polkadot ecosystem that a "double payment" is not being made where they have also paid these protocols?

Among the shared information, there is no support for the costs incurred. Is the payment of the 1000 DOTs only as a fee for organizers?

I will be voting NAY while I wait for the response, given the short time frame with these types of proposals.

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157s...WJCU Aye 1yr ago

@EzioRed

Hello, Ezio. I can talk for Hive. As a Hive Builder in Peru, I have been in charge of managing and reviewing the proposals. Regarding your question, the Hive protocol was invited to Arequipa without any sponsorship costs, only per diems to cover the team’s transportation, food, and lodging (Juana Russo and I, Audiarmis García). It was an intense session due to the number of attendees, and our intervention was theoretical. I appreciate the invitation because we were able to observe a student community eager for information. On a technical level, both Simón and Angélica showcased all their knowledge. Despite having finished our interventions, Juana and I collaborated to help the team carry out their event in the best possible way."

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My retroactive contributions to the ecosystem, both in terms of products and activities, have been consistent and have not been halted by funding rejections (unfortunately, I can't say the same for you).

The only implementation of the JAM SDK with documentation in Spanish: https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1483
An interactive tool for developers: https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1677
Running the only Spanish-language development bootcamp geared towards women: https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1780
Communication and technical mentoring collaborations at Polkadot hackathons: https://forum.polkadot.network/t/from-zero-to-a-community-how-we-started-in-polkadot-americas/13337
Education activities in reomte regions: https://x.com/space4build/status/1977513376340131911?s=46&t=xZwu9y0l8ACyMwWB7pH3Rg

#3
Corporate processes with organizations as large as those involved are not simply verbal agreements; they are processes that must be carried out correctly. However, before reaching that point, it is necessary to take actions like the ones we have been implementing so that they can be finalized.

As an individual, I have no employment relationship with Polkadot, nor am I formally authorized to act on behalf of W3F. What is happening is a process to achieve this. This is not an isolated action; it is all part of a series of efforts that began in June when we were invited to the conference organized by the Venezuelan Banking Association. At that time, the interested companies contacted us.

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"SIM-DOT 5mos ago

Thank you very much for your comments. I know that getting this kind of attention from large organizations isn't easy and requires a lot of effort (otherwise, anyone could do it). To ensure this reaches the entire ecosystem more effectively, the invitation is open to anyone who wants to join. Just indicate the specific topic you'd like to contribute to, and we'll be happy to coordinate these activities together.

Below is a list of the organizations that showed the most interest in continuing to move forward:

United Nations Development Programme (PNUD)
KPMG
EY
Delloite
SUNACRIP
Central Bank of Venezuela (BCV)
National Office Against Organized CrimeNational Office Against Organized Crime (ONCDOFT)
R4
Banco Mercantil
Venezuelan Banking Association
I strongly believe that we all build this ecosystem, and moving forward together would be ideal, let's build a better ecosystem together =)"

Subsequently, we continued progressing with other activities, where, by the way, you left a comment that I'm responding to today:

"EzioRed Abstain
I am very pleased to see these efforts, but personally I am not very clear about the impact they may actually have within Polkadot. I abstain.." - Ref:https://voting.opensquare.io/space/permanence/proposal/QmNnkfAxPk7UJSkqYF15e6YoGf4HN8xWTB2w6UoAqotWZX

The impact so far has been the opening of spaces to present the technology directly in places where no one has been able to reach before. It's clear that the interest is growing.

If there is a real intention to continue moving forward in a transparent and organized way, that's why we publicly communicated our intention to continue down this path. The invitation is open to share ypur comments and suggestions. Reference: https://forum.polkadot.network/t/inquiry-about-official-pund-polkadot-collaboration/15523/2

Those who want to continue spreading unfounded concerns and comments to minimize our work are free to do so. We will continue working in an organized manner, to the best of our ability to make things possible, to have a better ecosystem every day.

Regards

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