Polkadot Ecosystem Highlights
The Polkadot Blockchain Academy (PBA) has commenced its fourth cohort in Hong Kong, welcoming a new wave of developers and founders diving deep into Web3 technologies. Education remains pivotal for the blockchain industry, and PBA equips participants with comprehensive knowledge to build on Polkadot while offering practical guidance for ecosystem projects. Applications for the fifth cohort in Singapore are now open: Polkadot Blockchain Academy.
DeFi on Polkadot: Exploring dApps
Discover Polkadot’s DeFi potential through recent X Space sessions:
- Part 1: Centrifuge, Moonwell, Zeitgeist, and Starlay Finance. Listen here.
- Part 2: Protocols like Acala, Bifrost, EQ Finance, Algem, and Taiga. Details.
Key Ecosystem Updates
- sub0 Asia Speaker Applications: Closed on January 4. Approved speakers must submit content by February 29, 2024. Join the conference in Bangkok! Learn more.
- Documentation Contributions: Web3 Foundation’s Filippo encourages community input for Polkadot’s GitHub wiki. Active contributors may earn rewards via OpenGov. Tweet.
- Polkadot Office Hour: Bill from Web3 Foundation shared 2024 plans. Replay.
- Asset Hub Fee Reduction: Proposal to lower existence deposits to 0.01 DOT/0.00000333 KSM. PR #131.
👉 Explore Polkadot’s Grant Programs
Active Grant Programs
Web3 Foundation’s grants lead as one of the most active funding initiatives, alongside ecosystem programs like Moonbeam, Acala, and Darwinia. Apply now to join the Polkadot builder community! Full list.
Polkadot Governance: Referenda Snapshot
| Referendum | Description | Status | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| #340 | HRMP channel between AssetHub-Polimec | Voting | View |
| #349 | Funding for Shawn Tabrizi’s Polkadot workshop | Executed | View |
| #373 | Fellowship feature funding for Polkassembly | Voting | View |
Kusama Network Updates
- Referendum #320: 2024 auction schedule approved. Details.
- Referendum #326: Proposal to list Brale/Glo on Asset Hub. Vote here.
Ecosystem Spotlights
- Astar Network: dApp Staking v3 launches soon! Prepare by claiming current rewards. Guide.
- Bifrost: Community votes on adding $PINK. Referendum #93.
- KodaDot: Claim generative NFT airdrops on Asset Hub (0.5 DOT required). Claim.
FAQ Section
Q: How can I join Polkadot’s Blockchain Academy?
A: Apply via the official website. Singapore cohort registrations are open.
Q: What’s the minimum DOT required for Asset Hub transactions?
A: Currently 0.5 DOT for address activation; proposals aim to reduce this to 0.01 DOT.
Q: How does Polkadot’s grant program compare to others?
A: Web3 Foundation’s grants are among the most active, supporting 200+ projects with transparent funding.
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