https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1331

Summary of Strategy Update

1. Referendum #1160 Failure and Bounty #19 Status: The execution of Referendum #1160 failed, and Bounty #19 remains open. Instead of opening a new bounty, the team decided to replace the current curator set.

2. Communication with Curators: The team has communicated their intentions to the current curator set, emphasizing the need for more active and passionate curators.

3. No Top-Up: The change in curators will not involve additional funds; the focus will be on using existing resources effectively.

4. Action Plan:

   • A referendum proposing a new curator set will be opened.
   • The current curators will unassign themselves.
   • The new curators will accept their roles.
   • ink!ubator will reopen, with the website updated and new applicants welcomed.

5. ink!ubator 2.0 Proposal: The proposal aims to continue innovation in the Polkadot ecosystem through ink! smart contracts. It includes ecosystem grants, mentorship, and a streamlined process based on lessons from ink!ubator 1.0.

6. Curators Panel: The new panel includes experienced individuals from Parity, Web3 Foundation, and other key players in the Polkadot and ink! ecosystems.

7. Treasury Support: Funding from the Polkadot Treasury is crucial for enabling developers and ensuring growth. The requested support is $600,000 - $1,000,000.

8. Future Goals: The initiative aims to expand ink!'s influence, foster scalable decentralized solutions, and contribute to global Web3 and blockchain technology advancements.