DAOplomats Delegate Thread

[DAOplomats]

Name: DAOplomats

Delegate Address: 0x7919A33E21A79edcb54FeC8cF1a68546bB97265A
Website: DAOplomats.com
Twitter: @DAOplomats

Introduction

DAOplomats is a crypto-native organisation offering governance-as-a-service. We specialize in enhancing DAO efficiency through comprehensive treasury management, strategic grants programs, and impactful community-building efforts. We focus on enabling DAOs to reach their full potential by driving collaboration, fostering engagement, and maximizing outcomes for the entire ecosystem.

As a trusted partner, we have been working with 1inch, Gitcoin, Everclear, and BanklessDAO on governance, tokenomics, grants, and community building. We are also professional delegates of DeFi platforms like Uniswap, Aave, Compound,Paraswap and Lido DAO, including Layer 2 ecosystems like Arbitrium, Optimism and ZKsync.

We aim to participate actively in the discussions and provide regular updates on how we have voted here on the Forum and our Notion. We are among the few delegates in the EVM ecosystem who maintain a transparent voting history that the public can audit.

Political Philosophy

DAOplomats operates based on values and principles that reflect how we vote and collaborate with the broader community. We value open and public collaboration between all stakeholders, ensuring everyone’s voice

Positive sum Collaboration
We strive to make our interactions positive sum whenever possible to allow the maximum number of stakeholders to benefit via collaboration.

Facilitating Applications of Distributed Technology
We help organizations implement decentralized technologies to enhance transparency, efficiency, and equity.

Support the Public Good:
We prioritize initiatives that deliver positive social, environmental, and economic outcomes, contributing to the greater good of society.

Accelerating Human Coordination
We accelerate collaboration across decentralized networks, enabling diverse teams to work together seamlessly and achieve common goals.

DAOplomats.com/values

**DAO Vision & Goals for Rootstock

Driving Governance Inclusion**
Through transparent and inclusive governance mechanisms, DAOplomats will support rootstock in empowering its community to participate actively in shaping its development and future.

Advancing Decentralized Scalability
DAOplomats will work with Rootstock to showcase its potential as a game-changer for decentralized growth. By enabling secure, efficient, and scalable transactions, we aim to accelerate the adoption of decentralized technologies globally.

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Commitment and Community engagement
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We will always explain our votes with clear rationales posted here.
We make it a priority to be available for discussion and collaboration on the Forum working alongside fellow delegates and builders.
We’re here to be an accountable and present partner, helping build the future of the protocol together.

Disclosure & Liability
DAOplomats are active governance participants in multiple DAOs and Ethereum Layer 2. We might leverage our network to bring up proposals that benefit all stakeholders. We maintain a high level of transparency and will always disclose potential conflicts of interest before voting on proposals, ensuring our operations are always above board.

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Geyser All-or-Nothing Crowdfunding powered by Rootstock
Voted: Abstain, Geyser is a proven platform with a strong track record, but they’ve already raised over $500k from investors. Using grant funds for a core feature that benefits their for-profit model feels misaligned.

[25.06] Grant application - roketto [Wave 1 - Re-evaluated];Description:
Voted: Missed vote

RootstockArabia: Awareness, Education & Ecosystem Growth Initiative;Hello everyone,
Voted: Abstain, While the mission to bring Rootstock to a new region is commendable, the plan raises questions about its sustainability. A $7,500 budget for three months of ambitious content creation, community management, and partnership outreach seems insufficient to create lasting impact.

[2506 Builder Activation] Steer ProtocolD15PL4Y_N4M3:Steer Protocol;https://gov.rootstockcollective.xyz/t/2411-builder-activation-steer-protocol/127
Voted: Missed vote

BΔLT – Decentralized Bitcoin Inheritance & Custody dAppD15PL4Y_N4M3:JXLabs;BΔLT – Bitcoin Autonomous Legacy Trust is a decentralized inheritance and custody dApp built on Rootstock, allowing Bitcoin holders to define programmable, non-custodial conditions for passing on their RBTC. It uses smart contracts to manage beneficiary assignments, inactivity-based triggers (heartbeat logic), and optional recovery mechanisms, without relying on centralized parties.
Voted: Missed vote

[2505 Grant Proposal] Aconcagua Finance and Boveda.ai further Rootstock Integration;The amount listed is for Milestone 1
Voted: For,** This is a practical proposal that tackles a key user-experience challenge: easily moving Bitcoin to Rootstock. The milestone-based funding is a responsible approach, and the integration between Aconcagua, Boveda, and Tropykus creates valuable connections between established projects, strengthening the entire ecosystem.

[0907 Grant Proposal] Rootstock QuestHub - M1;https://gov.rootstockcollective.xyz/t/2507-grant-proposal-rootstock-questhub/493
Voted: For, This is a smart, modern approach to growing the ecosystem. The gamified quest model is a far more engaging way to onboard and educate new users than traditional tutorials, and it’s designed to attract long-term contributors, not just airdrop farmers.

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[1807 Grant Proposal] Bitcoin Inheritance & Custody dApp – JXLabs | BΔLT - M1;https://gov.rootstockcollective.xyz/t/0104-grant-proposal-bitcoin-inheritance-custody-dapp-jxlabs/348/1
Voted: This project tackles a real and deeply human problem: the long-term inheritance of Bitcoin. Supporting the first milestone is a low-risk vote for a crucial security audit, which shows a responsible, security-first approach before any mainnet launch. It’s a sensible way to back a much-needed solution.

[1507 Grant Proposal] ONG Bitcoin Argentina - Scaling Rootstock Adoption Through Education and Infra;https://gov.rootstockcollective.xyz/t/0606-grant-proposal-ong-bitcoin-argentina-scaling-rootstock-adoption-through-education-and-infrastructure-in-latin-america/434
Voted: Missed vote

[Builder Deactivation Proposal] Beexo Protocol;https://gov.rootstockcollective.xyz/t/2107-builder-deactivation-proposal-beexo-protocol/517
Voted: While it’s unfortunate to see a project deactivated, consistently applying the established rules is essential for the integrity and fairness of the entire program.

Rootstock Hackaton;Grant Proposal: Rootstock Hackathon Sponsorship
Voted: For, Sponsoring a dedicated hackathon is a direct and high-impact way to attract fresh developer talent to the ecosystem. It’s a strategic investment that goes beyond marketing, planting the seeds for new, innovative dApps and strengthening the grassroots builder community on Rootstock.

[Ikabott]

Hi! Here our revised proposal, with all the feedback incorporated: more visibility on community benefits, less cost.
https://app.rootstockcollective.xyz/proposals/39990707672195051168594575744382419302042846509248048300172543083260826312355

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Alphaday RSK Data Aggregator Dashboard;Alphaday is a comprehensive crypto dashboard platform designed to solve blockchain’s information fragmentation. Serving multiple ecosystems through bespoke dashboards, this proposal focuses on creating a dedicated RSK interface that brings together blogs, news, forums, governance discussions, market data, podcasts, and more into one community-centric hub. By lowering entry barriers for unbanked, underbanked, experienced users, and developers, Alphaday highlights RSK’s low costs, fast transactions, and scalability. By placing Ethereum and RSK (Bitcoin-based) dApps side-by-side—what we call “visibility architecture”—users can directly compare DeFi opportunities, costs, and performance, making RSK’s advantages immediately clear.
Voted: For, A fragmented ecosystem is a huge barrier for newcomers. Creating a single, reliable hub for news, data, and governance makes Rootstock far more accessible for everyone. The idea of a “visibility architecture” that lets users directly compare RSK with Ethereum is a particularly smart way to showcase the network’s strengths.

[0708 Grant Proposal] Bitcoin Inheritance & Custody dApp – JXLabs | BΔLT - M2;Hi everyone
Voted: For, With the security audit successfully completed in the first milestone, this project has earned the trust to move forward. Funding the mainnet launch is the logical next step to bring this much-needed, real-world solution for Bitcoin inheritance to the community, addressing a problem that affects every long-term holder.

[2503 Collective Rewards] Tally;Tally is a comprehensive onchain governance platform that enables DAOs to launch, manage, and scale decentralized governance efficiently. As the leading provider of onchain governance, Tally offers secure, transparent, and user-friendly tooling for DAOs to facilitate proposal creation, voting, and delegation. Our platform has integrated Rootstock network since November 2024 and Rootstock Collective is operated on Tally.
Voted: Abstain

[2507 Grant] BTCFi for Institutions: Multisig Custody with DeFi Access on Rootstock - Milestone 1;Hi Community!
Voted: For, This project addresses a critical missing piece in the Rootstock ecosystem. Building out the Safe Apps infrastructure is essential for enabling secure, institutional-grade DeFi and making the platform more attractive for serious, long-term capital. The milestone-based funding makes this a low-risk, high-impact initiative.

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Rootstock Hackaton;I propose a strategic partnership for Rootstock to become the Official Sponsor of a Solidity-focused, in-person hackathon in Barcelona, scheduled for October 2025. This event aims to boost Rootstock’s ecosystem by attracting and training developers, encouraging the creation of innovative DApps on its platform, and reinforcing its leadership in Bitcoin-smart contract integration. As the main sponsor, Rootstock will gain maximum visibility, propose specific technical challenges, participate in the jury, and connect directly with top talent—making this hackathon a powerful tool for community growth, innovation, and brand positioning in the European market.
Voted: For, This is a direct and high-impact investment in the builders who will create the future of the ecosystem. A focused hackathon is one of the best ways to attract fresh talent, spark genuine innovation, and strengthen the developer community on Rootstock.

[2503 Collective Rewards] Tally
Voted: For, Tally provides the essential, foundational infrastructure that makes the Collective’s onchain governance possible. Supporting them is a direct investment in the security, transparency, and reliability of the DAO’s own decision-making process.

Beexo Wallet: The Hybrid Wallet combining best of DeFi & CeFi as a Mobile Standard for Rootstock.
Voted: For, they are already a core piece of the ecosystem’s mobile infrastructure, having proven their reliability. Backing their ambitious vision is a vote of confidence in a proven team that is dedicated to building a seamless and user-friendly gateway to Rootstock.

[2508 Grant Proposal] All-or-Nothing Crowdfunding with Rootstock - Milestone 1
Voted: For, An open-source, trustless crowdfunding contract is a foundational piece of infrastructure that can unlock a wave of new projects and platforms on Rootstock by making it safer for everyone to contribute.

[2508 Grant] Infrastructure Ventures Path to Ecosystem Growth
Voted: For, The focus on high-quality projects, combined with a performance-based funding model, is a capital-efficient and responsible way to drive real, sustainable growth on Rootstock.

BUILDING ROOTSTOCK COMMUNITY OF DEVELOPERS AND USERS IN GHANA
Voted: For, This proposal aims to establish and grow a strong Rootstock (RSK) community in Ghana. The plan is to onboard developers and users through workshops, hackathons, and community events. The ultimate goal is to foster local Web3 innovation, increase adoption of Rootstock, and promote financial inclusion within Ghana.

BUILDING ROOTSTOCK COMMUNITY OF DEVELOPERS AND USERS IN GHANA
Voted: For, This project tackles a huge opportunity: bringing on-chain actions directly into the social fabric of Twitter. Funding this first milestone is a low-risk investment in the foundational SDK needed to unlock a powerful new user acquisition channel, meeting users right where the conversation is happening.

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[2510] Grant Proposal - Rootstock Ecosystem Roadshow: Workshops & Adoption in Bitcoin Events
Voted: For, This roadshow is a smart, on-the-ground initiative that targets key regions and focuses on hands-on education, which creates more dedicated, long-term users than simple online marketing.

[2509 Grant Proposal] Searching for Collective Ambassadors;
Voted: For, This is an excellent model for grassroots growth. The program is strategically targeted at key regions, is highly accountable with its clear deliverables, and correctly leverages the power of a local, human connection to build trust on the ground.

[0907 Grant Proposal] Rootstock QuestHub - M2;
Voted: For, Of course, I’m ready to draft the rationale. To make sure it’s accurate and thoughtful, could you please share the proposal you’re voting on? Every good decision depends on the details of what’s being proposed.

[2508 Grant Proposal] All-or-Nothing Crowdfunding with Rootstock - Milestone 2;
Voted: Missed vote

[2508 Grant] Fund the NetX State platform MVP on Rootstock and support the first two local node activation
Voted: Missed vote

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[1410 Grant Proposal] Bitcoin Inheritance & Custody dApp – JXLabs | BΔLT - M3
Voted: For, After a responsible, phased approach through auditing and mainnet launch, the focus must now shift to adoption. This modest grant funds the crucial next step of community outreach and education, ensuring this valuable tool actually reaches the people it was built to help.

[0907 Grant Proposal] Rootstock QuestHub - M3
Voted: For, The QuestHub doesn’t just onboard users; it gives them verifiable credentials (NFTs) for their skills and provides valuable, real-time data for all dApps, helping the entire ecosystem grow more intelligently.

[2510] Grant Proposal - Self Sovereign Identity (SSI) sandbox rootstock - Milestone 1
Voted: For, This milestone funds the critical move from a centralized database to decentralized smart contracts, which is what makes the entire concept of user-owned identity powerful and meaningful.

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[2510 Grant] Timelock and Multisig Governance tool for Rootstock - Milestone 1
Voted: For, These tools make critical safety features like timelocks and multisig verification accessible and user-friendly for all Rootstock builders, strengthening the entire ecosystem from the ground up.

[2510 RootstockCollective Ambassador Proposal] Renewal Proposal 1-Year Extension M1
Voted: For, Kathleen and Max have clearly demonstrated their commitment and effectiveness during the pilot. It’s only fair to recognize their successful contributions and allow them to continue building on that momentum for the community.

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[2510 Grant] Zerem Finance - Real World Asset (RWA) lending aggregator
Voted: For, Real-world assets are a massive and largely untapped market for DeFi. This project is a smart, strategic bet on building the critical infrastructure needed for RWA lending, which could unlock a whole new category of value for the Rootstock ecosystem.

[0907 Grant Proposal] Rootstock QuestHub - M4
Voted: Against, Milestone-based funding must be tied to completed work. As several delegates have noted, the platform isn’t in a finished state, with UI issues and language bugs. Furthermore, the team unilaterally changed the deliverables from 15 quests to 10. The most responsible action is to vote no for now, and have the team re-apply once these issues are fully resolved.

[Grant 2511] Recognized Delegate Compensation - October 2025
Voted: For, If the community wants to attract and retain high-quality, dedicated delegates who consistently show up, it needs to treat them as valued contributors. This first payment is a crucial and fair step in recognizing their work.

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Beexo Wallet: The Mobile Hybrid Standard for Rootstock Adoption
Voted: For, it’s a practical bridge to the real world, enabling everything from QR payments in Argentina to easy DeFi access. Supporting them is a direct investment in a team that is actively succeeding at making Rootstock usable for everyday people.

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[2508 Grant Milestone 2] Winks.fun: On-chain actions on Rootstock within Twitter Following the com

Voted: Against, The request of $9,000 for a two-week sprint to deliver basic hooks and a sample implementation seems high relative to the complexity.

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[2510 Grant] Timelock and Multisig Governance tool for Rootstock - Milestone 2
Voted: For,We need to turn those blueprints into working products that will make security accessible for every Rootstock developer. This is a high-value infrastructure play that directly improves the ecosystem’s safety.

[Grant 2512] Recognized Delegate Compensation - November 2025
Voted: For, we ensure Rootstock remains guided by engaged, high-quality delegates.

[2508 Grant Milestone 2] Winks.fun: On-chain actions on Rootstock within Twitter
Voted: For, This milestone is critical because it delivers the first live Wink and the social sharing mechanics that make the project’s viral potential real. It transforms the tech into a usable interface that brings Rootstock directly to Twitter users. We are happy to support this next step in execution.

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[0907 Grant Proposal] Rootstock QuestHub - M4
Voted: Missed vote ,but wanted to vote FOR as the Milestone 3 now successfully delivered and the platform stable, releasing the $4,000 for Milestone 4 is the logical next step to keep QuestHub moving forward.

Introduce the USD Vault (Sandbox Mode) on the RootstockCollective dApp
Voted: For, By allowing RootstockLabs to run a controlled sandbox for ERC4626 vaults, we pave the way for future yield products and enhanced USDRIF utility without exposing the DAO to financial risk. The strict deposit caps and external management ensure safety, while the initiative itself fosters a culture of innovation and early user feedback.

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[2508 Grant] M2 Infrastructure Ventures Path to Ecosystem Growth
Voted: For, to ratify the corrected milestone schedule, ensuring the $12k allocation for Phase 2 (Deployment) is accurate as clarified by the team. This resolves the previous budget discrepancy and aligns funding strictly with the agreed-upon mainnet launch and audit deliverables.

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[Grant 2601] Recognized Delegate Compensation - December 2025
Voted: For, Properly rewarding active contributors like is essential for sustaining the governance flywheel and ensuring professional, consistent participation in Rootstock’s decision-making.

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[2507 Grant Proposal] Rootstock QuestHub - Milestone 4
Voted: For, The team has demonstrated accountability by addressing the specific UI and translation bugs that blocked the initial request. Moving to production is now the most effective method to identify edge cases and “polish” the user experience through actual community usage. With Milestone 3 successfully delivered, this tranche ensures we capitalize on the development work already completed.

[2512 Grant 1] RootStock Global Wallet by Blockscout
Voted: For, By solving the “empty wallet” problem with social logins and gas sponsorship, this proposal drastically lowers the barrier to entry for new users at a highly efficient price point of $24k. The white-labeled SDK acts as a developer multiplier, allowing other dapps to inherit seamless onboarding infrastructure without needing to build it from scratch.

[2601 Grant] SwaptoX Aggregator – Milestone 1
Voted: Against, because the proposal violates standard governance guidelines; the team has evidently not completed the mandatory KYC process before posting, which signals a lack of attention to protocol rules.

[2510] Grant Proposal - Self Sovereign Identity (SSI) sandbox rootstock integration - Milestone 2
Voted: Against, due to a direct discrepancy in the requested funds. The on-chain proposal asks for $12,500, whereas the team’s most recent forum update explicitly outlined a revised cost of $11,500 for Milestone 2. While I support the project’s technical goals, cannot approve a transaction that does not match the publicly communicated budget. The team must rectify this error and resubmit with the correct amount to ensure financial accuracy and transparency.

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[2508 Grant Proposal] All-or-Nothing Crowdfunding with Rootstock - Milestone 3
Voted: For, the team has demonstrated proven execution with the successful launch of the All-or-Nothing (AON) contract. With 4 projects already live and ~5 million satoshis raised in just two weeks, there is clear early evidence of product-market fit. Funding the Go-to-Market (GTM) phase now is the high-leverage move to convert this technical success into sustained ecosystem growth, onboarding real-world creators and driving genuine transaction volume on Rootstock.

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[2601 Grant] Loan interest return to boost bitcoin-backed circular economies - Milestone 1
Voted: Against, the proposal lacks an attribution methodology to distinguish between genuine economic stimulus and simple value transfer, risking a scenario where the DAO pays for activity that would have occurred regardless. Subsidizing interest creates an artificial environment that fails to test the true viability of these lending circles; if they cannot support market rates, the model will likely collapse the moment the subsidy ends.

[Grant 2602] Recognized Delegate Compensation - January 2026
Voted: For, Compensating proven contributors is the most effective way to guarantee the reliability and professional quality of Rootstock’s governance operations.