Dapp Endorsement Proposal for VeBetterDAO

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Introduction

This proposal outlines a new governance mechanism for the VeBetterDAO community to collectively approve and endorse decentralized applications (dApps) for integration and funding. By establishing a dedicated voting pool, we can ensure that all new dApps meet our community’s high standards for quality, security, and alignment with our mission. This process will empower token holders and create a transparent, structured pathway for developers.

1. Proposal Objectives

  • Quality Assurance: Ensure that only high-quality, secure dApps that align with VeBetterDAO’s values are endorsed. This prevents the integration of low-quality or “dodgy” applications into our ecosystem.

  • Community Empowerment: Give token holders a direct and meaningful say in which dApps receive official endorsement and subsequent weekly funding.

  • Transparency: Establish a clear, auditable, and accessible process for the submission, evaluation, and endorsement of all new dApps.

  • Ecosystem Growth: Foster innovation by providing a visible and structured pathway for developers to gain community support and funding.

2. Proposed Dapp Endorsement Voting Pool

I propose a new voting pool specifically for dApp endorsements. This pool will operate similarly to our existing governance process but there will be no need for the proposal to ‘look for support’ and it will automatically go for voting. dApps applying still need to go through the regular means, by applying to the foundation, but before a creator NFT can be given.

2.1. Submission Process

Any developer or team can submit a new dApp proposal. To be considered, submissions must include:

  • Project Documentation: A detailed whitepaper or documentation outlining the dApp’s purpose, functionality, and technical specifications.

  • Roadmap: A clear roadmap for development and future integration with the VeBetterDAO ecosystem.

  • Community Alignment: A statement explaining how the dApp aligns with VeBetterDAO’s mission and core values.

  • Team Information: Contact information and social media links (e.g. X, Discord, etc) for the development team.

Proposals will be submitted through a dedicated portal on the VeBetterDAO platform.

2.2. Voting Structure and Rules

  • Voting Rights: Voting power will be based on the amount of VOT3 held, as determined by the weekly snapshot.

  • Voting Period: Each proposal will be open for a fixed period of 7 days. The dApp must be submitted at least one week before the voting period begins.

  • Voting Options: Token holders will have three distinct choices:

    • Endorse: Approve the dApp for official endorsement and potential funding.

    • Reject: Decline the dApp, indicating it does not meet our standards.

    • Request Revisions: This option replaces “abstain” and signifies that the dApp shows promise but requires specific modifications before it can be reconsidered.

  • Approval Threshold: The threshold for approval will be the same as for normal governance proposals.

3. Post-Voting Outcomes

3.1. Endorsed dApps

If a dApp meets the approval threshold, a creator NFT can be given and the dapp will be eligible for endorsement. This endorsement includes:

  • Platform Listing: The dApp will be listed under the “New apps looking for endorsement” tab and featured on VebetterDAO platform.

  • Funding Access: The dApp becomes eligible to receive node endorsement and subsequent weekly funding (subject to separate governance approval).

  • Ecosystem Support: The project will receive official marketing and community support from VeBetterDAO.

3.2. Rejected dApps

If a dApp is rejected, the developers will receive consolidated community feedback. They can then address the concerns and resubmit a revised proposal for a future voting round.

3.3. Revisions Requested

If “Request Revisions” is the majority outcome, developers will be given a clear timeline (e.g., 30 days) to revise their proposal based on community feedback. They can then resubmit it for a new voting round.

4. Conclusion and Implementation

This new voting pool is a crucial step toward building a more robust, decentralized, and community-driven ecosystem. It formalizes our commitment to quality, empowers our token holders, and provides a clear, fair process for developers. We recommend that this proposal be implemented as soon as technically feasible.

I’m open to discussion and new ideas. This proposal follows the endorsement of VedreamHome, which in my opinion does not align with the core values of VebetterDAO (like PawsUp, and other dapps). I believe this raises concerns about the integrity of the endorsement process. If we don’t address this, nodes may begin endorsing any dApp purely for profit, without considering its actual quality.

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Great work, @MonkeyDCrypto. This is a great idea. We have seen undeserving dApps get given creator NFTs a few times before.

One such instance of a creator NFT being given undeservingly was one user impersonating an entire team of 3-4 people. If it weren’t for the community catching this, the dApp would have been eligible for allocation - and it was, it was fully endorsed by a single node, but thankfully the creator of the dApp realised the gig was up and requested for the NFT to be burned by the foundation.

Clearly, not enough research is being done on these dApps, and not enough requirements are in place before a creator NFT is given. This proposal adds an extra layer of community-driven security, ensuring that only dApps deemed worthy by the community are approved.

If this is to pass, I can foresee some possible confusion within some community members who may see these submissions as grant proposals, so it would be important to have a clear distinction between the grant proposals and creator NFT proposals.

@reheat has some notes that he was gathering for a proposal he was planning to submit regarding requiring more information on who’s behind the dApps applying for the NFT, which is a problem in and of itself, which would compliment this proposal very well.

Looking forward to seeing the discussion on this, as well as the iterations that may come out of it.

Thanks for getting the wheel moving, @MonkeyDCrypto!

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I think is a good way to prevent all or at least some of this food and dodgy apps that are in the DAO just for farm B3tr

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This is a good one - I will look to come back, re-read and reply again. For now, I am fully on board with this attempt to make the DAO appear less ‘trashy’ and more aligned with original DAO intent.

The proposal should help drive engagement with the community well before any Dapp makes it to the DAO - which, might I add, is only in the best interest of the Dapp itself… no Dapp should fear engagement and scrutiny from those it wishes to serve, the community.

I welcome this attempt at plugging the cracks that allow some Dapps slipping through into view where they should not. ‘Sneaking’ on to the DAO… not a great look.

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Havent forgotten about this! I want to add some additional things. Will do asap, been a busy week.

Great work so far @MonkeyDCrypto

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during the submission i think a publically available Testnet version of the dapp should be available for people to “try out”, and make their own minds on the quality, usability of it.

For detailed technical specification, id like to see it contain details around:

  • anti-farming
  • anti-faking (e.g. what if users submit fake or ai generated photos, or duplicate photos)
  • how their BE services are secured
    etc.
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