A New Era in Community Recognition
Today, October 8th, 2024, Rootstock Collective is proud to unveil a set of unique and prestigious badges that symbolize the heart and soul of our burgeoning community. Today, we introduce the concept of badges, divided into three new distinct categories, each crafted to honor the spirit of our contributors and partners, that will proposed to the community in an upcoming Roadmap proposal.
The Badges
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The OG Founder Badge - Reserved for the “Rootstock Collective Founders”, this badge is a tribute to those who were among the first to envision and support our mission. These individuals are the architects of innovation on the Rootstock platform. By aligning with Bitcoin’s ethos and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible on Rootstock, they are setting the stage for future projects and products.
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The OG Founder EC Badge - This badge celebrates “External Contributors," those from beyond our immediate ecosystem who have chosen to lend their expertise and influence to Rootstock Collective. These contributors contribute to our thinking about governance, bring fresh perspectives through thought leadership, and accelerate community growth.
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The OG Founder EP Badge - Acknowledging our “Ecosystem Partners,” this badge goes to both long-standing and new allies within the Rootstock ecosystem. Whether they hold RIF or not, these partners are crucial to our collective growth. Integrating them early into our DAO strengthens the bond between the Rootstock and RootstockCollective communities, fostering an environment ripe for innovation and mutual benefit.
Why Badges Matter
In the ever-evolving landscape of Web3 and crypto, badges are more than just symbols of recognition; they are gateways to exclusive opportunities. Here’s what badges have unlocked for holders in other ecosystems:
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Exclusive Access: From VIP product access to invite-only events, badge holders often enjoyed first dibs on what was to come. NEAR ecosystem builders developed an entire suite called Keypom to bring new members into the fold.
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Influence and Governance: Badges sometimes translate into voting rights or the ability to propose future community decisions, giving holders a direct say in an ecosystem’s direction. Hats Protocol is building an entire product around that and is working with RaidGuild and others.
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Community and Networking: Badges most often open doors to exclusive channels where like-minded innovators and thinkers collaborate, share ideas, and build together. This approach has been used to incentivize ETH Denver participation with great success. The so-called Bufficorn reigns supreme in Denver.
Economic Benefits: Some ecosystems offer badge holders exclusive yield opportunities and special conditions for future partnerships or launches.
While these are just some examples, the true value of these badges will emerge from the creativity of our community itself. As we grow, so will the utility and prestige of these digital emblems.
Stay Engaged, Stay Rewarded
Holding an OG Founder Badge is not just about recognition today; it’s about being part of a movement redefining what Bitcoin can be. We encourage you to stay tuned for announcements on how these badges will evolve, additional releases of other new badges, and benefits they might unlock in the future.
If you’ve earned the right to claim one of these badges, do so with pride. They symbolize your contribution and belief in the future we’re building together at Rootstock Collective.
Let’s innovate, collaborate, and grow together.