This is an interesting topic: “What can delegates contribute more to Rootstock beyond reviewing grants?”
We think first we need to identify the priority of the Rootstock Collective. Then we can create initiatives that align with those priorities.
So our question is:
What does Rootstock need right now?
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More awareness?
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More liquidity?
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More projects?
Right now it feels a bit scattered for delegates. We don’t have clearly defined priority tracks. Without alignment on top ecosystem needs, it’s difficult to mobilize delegates toward measurable impact.
Linking this to your initiative Idea/Sentiment Check: Rootstock Participation in TABConf8 Conference it’s good that you raised this discussion. It could be one of the priorities if Rootstock wants to increase awareness and attract more builders to apply for grants.
One thing we’ve been researching that might add value to this conversation is Collective Rewards program.
Currently:
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23,135,985 RIF is staked in Collective Rewards
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That’s only ~2.3% of total 1B RIF supply
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Around 97.7% of RIF remains inactive
From Cycle 24 to Cycle 32:
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Backing grew from 18.6M to 23.1M RIF
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+4.52M RIF (~24% growth in 4 months)
Growth is positive but still gradual. Adoption has not yet reached broad RIF holder participation.
So maybe another priority could be:
Should we onboard more RIF holders to the program and stake their RIF?
Before creating additional delegate contribution tracks, maybe we first need alignment on:
- What are the top 2–3 priorities for Rootstock in the next 12 months?
Once that’s clear, we can design initiatives that are directly aligned — instead of everyone pushing in slightly different directions.