https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1483

**JAM Whitelist Role Authorizer**  
- The project creates a system for controlling who can do certain things in games or apps using the JAM SDK.
- It allows you to give roles like administrator, participant, and observer to users.
- Only allowed users can answer questions in a fun game, keeping everything safe and fair.
- The code for this project can be found on GitHub and is available in English and Spanish.
- It uses special components from JAM to manage users and check their roles.
- Future uses include helping schools with exams and making sure games like DOOM are secure.
- This project helps other developers learn how to use JAM to create their own systems.

[BT] DOT #1483 - [Retroactive Funding] JAM SDK Implementation of reusable service

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1490

- The community made big changes to the Educational & Outreach Track based on feedback from members.
- They also updated other tracks for improvement.
- There is a referendum to get more money for the Anti-Scam Bounty, which helps protect people from scams.
- The Anti-Scam Bounty has been active for three years and helps fund safety activities.
- They are asking for $369,610 to help with their budget.
- Thanks to new tools, the budget has been lowered by 46%.
- More details about spending and future goals can be found in a proposal document.

[MS] DOT #1490 - [Medium Spender] Referendum #1490

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1492

**Polkadot and OpenGuild Community Plan (2025-2026)**

- OpenGuild aims to help Polkadot's community grow in Southeast Asia (SEA) and other parts of Asia.
- They want to teach developers how to use Polkadot's technology through workshops and training.
- Monthly meetups will be held to connect builders and encourage teamwork.
- OpenGuild will organize fun events like hackathons to promote Polkadot in the region.
- They plan to partner with universities and Web3 communities for better learning opportunities.
- OpenGuild will connect talented developers with job opportunities in the Polkadot ecosystem.
- The goal is to make it easy for anyone to learn and build using Polkadot technology.

[MS] DOT #1492 - [PROPOSAL] OpenGuild - Accelerate Polkadot Builder Activation in SEA & Broader Asia

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1493

- A new proposal is being made to improve how users can move assets from Ethereum to Polkadot using Snowbridge.
- Many users are frustrated because they can't use their assets once they bridge them, mainly due to not enough liquidity (availability of money) in the system.
- The proposal asks for about $2,000 in DOT tokens to help create a better system for users to pay fees.
- This money will be used to increase the available liquidity for users, making it easier for them to swap assets.
- The goal is to have users enjoy a better experience and help them use their assets throughout the Polkadot ecosystem.
- The funds will be managed by two trusted people to ensure everything is done correctly.
- Overall, this will help more people use Polkadot and make it a better place for everyone.

[BT] DOT #1493 - Provision of Snowbridge ETH Liquidity to Facilitate Fee Swaps

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1498

Registers Polkadot native assets on Ethereum. The full list of tokens that will be registered can be viewed here: https://github.com/Snowfork/snowbridge/blob/dcf3ebf5ff5735a785c1473419eca25fc39792fb/control/preimage/src/commands.rs#L397-L666

[WC] DOT #1498 - [Whitelisted Caller] Register Polkadot Native Assets on Ethereum

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1497

- A new plan is replacing an old one to help manage money better for Polkadot.
- The Polkadot Blockchain Academy (PBA) trains people to work on Polkadot projects.
- Around 750 learners have finished PBA courses and are making important contributions.
- The academy needs more funding for nine months to grow its programs and reach more people.
- PBA has a good track record in producing skilled developers for the Polkadot community.
- They plan to expand their in-person programs, create new courses, and work with universities.
- This funding will help ensure there are enough skilled builders for Polkadot's future.

[BS] DOT #1497 - ***revised proposal***Polkadot Blockchain Academy, PBA Campus 7, The JAM Course launch, University pilot, ongoing PBA-X evoluti...

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1499

- The Retroactive Funding Proposal is for Bounty Manager V2.0 by Galaniprojects GmbH.
- They want to receive 64,368 USDC for this project.
- The proposal focuses on improving the Bounty Manager software, including a new interface and better features.
- It aims to make managing bounties easier for users by having all information in one place.
- Galaniprojects GmbH is based in Berlin, Germany, and has been around since 2006.
- They work in software development and design for different industries.
- You can find more information on their website and details of the proposal online.

[MS] DOT #1499 - Retroactive Funding Proposal: Bounty Manager V2.0

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1463

- Polkassembly is a place where people can help make decisions for Polkadot and Kusama.
- They want money from the Polkadot Treasury to improve and keep Polkassembly running well in 2025.
- Key focus areas include making the site easier to use, preventing spam, and fixing identity issues.
- They plan to add support for more wallets and improve how users create proposals.
- Technical updates will use new technology for better performance and security.
- Polkassembly has many users, with over 145,000 visits in the last month and lots of comments and discussions.
- They have a budget of $530,671 for maintenance and development.

[MS] DOT #1463 - Polkassembly Social Contract 2025

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1489

- PolkaGate wants $53,600 to improve their MetaMask Snap for Polkadot users.
- They have added new features like staking and easier money transfers.
- PolkaGate helps users manage digital assets for Polkadot and Kusama.
- The team includes experts in engineering, finance, and user experience.
- Users can sign transactions and manage stakes right in MetaMask.
- Future features will include token swapping and smarter contracts.
- They have links for more information, like their official website and social media.

[MS] DOT #1489 - PolkaGate MetaMask Snap: Retroactive Funding Proposal (Oct 2024 - Jan 2025)

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1472

- The Polkadot Blockchain Academy (PBA) helps train skilled people for the Polkadot blockchain.
- Almost 750 learners have completed PBA courses in the last three years.
- Many PBA graduates are now contributing to Polkadot projects.
- PBA is asking for nine months of funding to grow and improve its programs.
- Around 70% of graduates from PBA Campus are working on Polkadot projects.
- New courses are being introduced to help more people learn about Polkadot.
- The goal is to create more builders who will help Polkadot grow and succeed.

[BS] DOT #1472 - Polkadot Blockchain Academy, PBA Campus 7, The JAM Course launch, University partnerships expansion, ongoing PBA-X evolution, A...

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1491

- This proposal aims to improve how users can transfer USDT and USDC, which are stablecoins, to the Polkadot system.
- Many users face difficulties because there's not enough liquidity to use these stablecoins once they arrive in Polkadot.
- The proposal asks for funds to create liquidity pools so users can swap their stablecoins for DOT tokens, which they need to pay fees.
- The plan includes converting the stablecoins to wrapped versions and creating pairs with DOT on Polkadot Asset Hub.
- Fixing these issues will help more people use the Polkadot ecosystem, as it currently makes onboarding hard for new users.
- The funds will be managed by a two-person multisignature team to ensure safety.
- The aim is to provide a better user experience and encourage more people to use Polkadot's tools.

[BT] DOT #1491 - Provision of Snowbridge-Wrapped USDT & USDC Liquidity to Facilitate Fee Swaps

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1485

- The proposal is about continuing to fund RPC Providers for six months plus one extra month.
- The total funding needed is $171,951.34, which is about $22,142 each month.
- Bounty 31 is a project that helps pay vendors for specific services on Polkadot.
- Service providers will bid for this funding based on the needs set by curators.
- The best providers that meet quality standards will be given the funding.
- This plan helps reduce the need for more proposals and keeps costs fair.
- If providers don't meet the quality, they might lose their funding.

[MS] DOT #1485 - Funding for Public RPC Providers via Bounty 31

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1487

- Paseo Network wants to keep doing good work in 2025 and needs money to do it.
- They are asking for $640,000 from the Polkadot treasury to pay for their operations.
- The money will be used to pay for services every three months for a whole year.
- They plan to make it easier to manage money by making some changes.
- These changes include using new helpers, paying at the end of each quarter, and making payments automatic.
- They also want to make sure the people providing services are doing a good job.
- Everyone interested can read more about the proposal and share their thoughts.

[BS] DOT #1487 - Paseo - Developer Testnet Bounty Top-up Request

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1476

- Otar and Raul from JUST Ventures GmbH are asking for more money from the Polkadot Treasury.
- This new request is for work they did between April 1, 2024, and December 31, 2024.
- They have helped with upgrades, supported the community, and managed important projects.
- They want to be paid with Stablecoins to keep things simple and steady.
- Their proposal shows that the community supports their work and wants them to continue.
- They created a document that can be checked for authenticity using a special code.
- Anyone can look at their proposal and discussion online.

[MS] DOT #1476 - JUST 2.0 Retroactive Compensation for Contributions to the Polkadot Ecosystem

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1465

- Polkadot plans to launch a new smart contract platform called Polkadot Hub in 2025.
- OpenZeppelin is helping Polkadot by providing tools and support for developers.
- OpenZeppelin's contracts are very popular, with a large amount of money transferred using them.
- They have a 19% share of all transactions across different networks.
- OpenZeppelin's contracts are used by all top 50 DeFi protocols.
- They are involved in many projects that improve security and privacy.
- The collaboration between OpenZeppelin and Polkadot has already begun to prepare for the new platform.

[BS] DOT #1465 - OpenZeppelin Support for Polkadot Hub and Polkadot Cloud in 2025

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1474

- The Polkadot Fast-Grants Bounty is a program that helps support new builders on Polkadot.
- A recent proposal has been approved to main curators who will manage the bounty.
- These curators have lots of experience in the Polkadot community.
- There are five curators in total, and the decision-making team will require 3 out of 5 votes.
- The curators include Otar, Sacha, Flavio, Phil, and Dom.
- They are excited to start helping new talent with the bounty program.

[MS] DOT #1474 - Polkadot Fast-Grants Bounty Curator Candidacy

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1477

- The proposal seeks funding to continue ReactiveDOT and related projects like DOTConsole and DOTConnect.
- ReactiveDOT helps developers create apps by simplifying interactions with Substrate chains and reducing complexity.
- Previous goals included stabilizing the API, achieving 65% test coverage, and creating tutorials.
- Key achievements included integration with Mimir wallet and improvements to the user experience in DOTConsole.
- Future goals focus on supporting Ink contracts, enhancing UI responsiveness, and improving query composition.
- The request is for funding from March to June 2025, totaling $89,440 for 688 hours of work.

[MS] DOT #1477 - Funding for ReactiveDOT & related developments

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1475

- Subscan is asking for $249,250 to improve its services for tracking data in the Polkadot blockchain.
- They want to create better tools for both developers and users to access and interact with PolkaVM smart contracts.
- This project will include a new open-source explorer and contract verification tool, making it easier to check and use contracts.
- Subscan has been successful in the past and provides important insights for many blockchain users.
- The proposal aims to combine data from different networks into one easy-to-use platform to help everyone use blockchain better.
- The improvements will also support both new and existing networks without extra costs.
- Community feedback will be taken seriously to make sure the tools meet everyone's needs.

[MS] DOT #1475 - Subscan-PVM Integration: Building a Unified Explorer for the Polkadot Ecosystem

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1482

- Bearofthenet is a hobby racer from Austria.
- He wants to represent Polkadot, a cryptocurrency, at European racetracks.
- He participates in about 5 racing weekends each year, mostly in Austria and nearby countries.
- Around 200 riders race each weekend, meaning many people will see his special suit.
- He plans to share pictures and videos of his races on social media.
- He needs support to cover the costs of his custom racing suit.
- He loves combining motorsport with technology like web3.

[BT] DOT #1482 - Motorsport Sponsoring Superbike / Polkadot Racesuit

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1484

- A new call wants to increase the number of validators from 500 to 600.
- This is following a previous change that increased the number from 400 to 500.
- With more validators, Polkadot can support more cores, going from 100 to 120.
- A "validator" helps keep the system safe and running.
- Kusama, a related network, already has 600 validators since January 22, 2025.

[WC] DOT #1484 - [Whitelisted Caller] Increase validator set size to 600

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1486

Upgrades Polkadot Asset Hub and Collectives Runtime to 1.4.2 https://github.com/polkadot-fellows/runtimes/releases/tag/v1.4.2  

Fellowship whitelist proposal: https://collectives.subsquare.io/fellowship/referenda/309

[WC] DOT #1486 - [Runtime 1.4.2] Upgrade Polkadot Asset Hub and Collectives

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1480

Following the successful enablement of 10 Mb PoVs on Kusama, we're now ready to enable it on Polkadot as well. It will allow parachains to make better use of blockspace, building larger blocks and using more space for proofs, which is especially important for parachains with large states.

[WC] DOT #1480 - Set PoV size limit to 10 Mb

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1468

**Snowbridge Gateway Upgrade Proposal**

- This proposal is about upgrading the Snowbridge Gateway on Ethereum.
- The new features will let users send assets like DOT from Polkadot to Ethereum.
- It will also allow sending native Ether from Ethereum to Polkadot without extra steps.
- The upgrade involves changing the Gateway contract at a specific address.
- A new implementation contract will replace the old one.
- Extensive testing was done to make sure everything works well.
- An audit of the contracts is in progress to ensure safety and reliability.

[WC] DOT #1468 - Upgrade Snowbridge Gateway Contract

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1481

**JAM Whitelist Role Authorizer Project**

- The JAM Whitelist Role Authorizer uses the JAM SDK to control who can do certain things in a game.
- It helps make sure only allowed people can play or answer questions in a game, keeping things safe and clear.
- It has roles like admin, participant, and observer to manage these activities.
- The project is available in English and Spanish for developers everywhere.
- Future plans include making it work with a special machine called the Parity Virtual Machine.
- It could also be used in schools to make testing fair and clear, like in a Polkadot Blockchain Academy.
- This system can be used in video games to decide who can play or change game settings.

[ST] DOT #1481 - [Retroactive Funding] JAM SDK Implementation of reusable service

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1473

Proposing a tip for Strind's activities at ETH Denver to help cover out of pocket expenses. 

He was great at the booth & blockspace mansion and his presence helped increase the overall presence of Polkadot. 

[ST] DOT #1473 - [Small Tipper] Referendum #1473

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1466

- The Polkadot community is proposing a project to create a new website for Polkadot Cloud.
- This website will showcase the services Polkadot Cloud offers, like data storage and execution.
- There is a need for a dedicated site because other major cloud platforms do not mention Polkadot.
- The new website will help attract businesses and developers interested in using Polkadot Cloud.
- Polkadot Cloud aims to be a strong competitor against big companies like Google Cloud and AWS.
- The first phase of the project includes making a user-friendly website with information about cloud services and case studies.
- The project is important right now as many competitors are moving into the Web3 space.

[SS] DOT #1466 - Polkadot Cloud Website Development (Phase 1: Q2 2025)

https://polkadot.subsquare.io/referenda/1479

- KSM trading started on Hydration after a vote approved funds from the Treasury.
- This allows money to move between Kusama and Polkadot.
- When sending KSM or DOT, if a user lacks enough funds, part of what they're sending is used for fees.
- This makes it easier for users since they don't need extra money for fees.
- However, users can lose more money than expected due to high fees.
- A new proposal aims to provide liquidity by supplying DOT and KSM to help with these transactions.
- Extra tokens returned to their treasuries after use.