We’re kicking off our bi-weekly DAO reports to keep you in the loop on governance, growth, and community.
Let’s check the updates from the last two weeks:
1. Dolphins, we’re calling you! 
Are you an active Bitcoin Layer 2 user and hold at least $1K in $SOV, $RBTC, $DOC, or any other token within the Rootstock ecosystem?
If so, we’d love to hear from you! We’re organizing a paid focus group to gather insights from engaged community members like you. This is a great opportunity to share your thoughts, contribute to the future of the Rootstock ecosystem, and get rewarded for your input. If you’re interested, apply here: Dolphin focus group. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee selection or payment.
2. Shepherds have arrived! 
We introduced our Shepherds, a new community role designed to guide and support the ecosystem, and kicked things off with an AMA featuring them.
Catch the replay here: x.com
3. Our community is driving innovation with new proposals!
Here’s what’s on the table:
- Asami Protocol: A proposal to fund a dedicated campaign manager for Asami’s initiatives, helping grow and engage the community while providing earning opportunities for contributors.
- Asami Protocol: A proposal focused on marketing and growth strategies. This initiative aims to expand awareness, onboard new users, and strengthen its presence within the Rootstock ecosystem.
- Wesatoshis Labs: Supporting Wesatoshi’s Labs as part of the Builder Activation Program, helping accelerate development and bring more utility to the network.
4. We are heading to ETHDenver! 
Catch our Founder Sascha Götz and Marketing Director Eleanor Gaywood at ETHDenver next week!
5. PillarX Grant Unlocks Gasless Staking!
PillarX has received a RootstockCollective grant to enable gasless staking on Rootstock.
This means:
No gas fees for staking
More accessibility & better UX
Full details: https://go.pillarx.app/x4PsjfN
6. New Addition to the Team!
Welcome Georgia Vasileiou, our Community Manager at RootstockCollective, and don’t forget to greet her on our Telegram group chat: http://t.me/rootstockcollective
7. Mark Your Calendars.
Feb 21st.
Probably Nothing.
8. What else do you want to see in these updates?
Let us know in the comments!
