Opengov Articles
OpenGov is all about putting governance in the hands of the community. In this category, we explore how Polkadot's unique governance model empowers users to propose, vote, and shape the future of the network. From referendum mechanics to decision-making processes, these articles break it all down so you can better understand how Polkadot's decentralized governance works—and how you can get involved.
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Just Testing? Don’t Ignore
A malicious actor has initiated Referenda 139 and 140 on Interlay, posing a threat to the vDOT pool that overcollateralizes iBTC. INTR holders should NAY these referenda, support referendum cancellers, and stay alert for further malicious proposals. As a precaution, iBTC holders may consider redeeming their assets.
Fixing the DAP Delay
Polkadot Referendum 1827 proposes fast-tracking the 10% minimum validator commission specified in the Dynamic Allocation Pool (DAP) Phase 1 roadmap. While DOT issuance was cut on March 14th, the commission floor is delayed until late April, creating a timing mismatch that threatens validator sustainability.
Bridging The Technical Divide
Polkadot Runtime 2.1.1 introduces a configuration change for Kusama to recognize the Polkadot Technical Fellowship via the PK bridge. As this could lead to the deprecation of the Kusama Fellowship, Referendum 640 seeks to ensure that any final removal must first receive community consent through a future vote.
An Ambassadorial Bridge to Governance
Aventus is opening up its governance process, now allowing Ambassadors to submit proposals on behalf of the community. This creates a new path where anyone can draft a proposal for discussion with the community for seven days before formally submitting it for an Ambassador to push it to a vote.