AIP: BOLD - permissionless validation for Arbitrum

[WinVerse]

DAOplomats is voting FOR this proposal on Tally.

We are maintaining our support to activate Arbitrum BOLD as well as our support on whitelisting Infura as we originally did during the temp check.

[Frisson]

I voted for this proposal on Tally, maintaining my support from the temp check stage.

@Frisson

I voted FOR this proposal at the temp check stage because BOLD makes Arbitrum more secure and credibly neutral by technically allowing anyone to dispute the chain state.

[SEEDGov]

After consideration, the @SEEDgov delegation has decided to “FOR” on this proposal at the Tally Vote.

Rationale

Considering what was expressed when we voted on Snapshot:

@cattin

BOLD is a leap in quality in almost every sense.

Arbitrum seeks to align itself as closely as possible with Ethereum, by openly allowing all stakeholders to act in providing security to the network. A new permissionless validation system with well-delineated incentives is a win-win for the network and those honest parties looking to lock up capital safely.

This update brings security improvements, provides solutions to existing problems, has 0 negative implications for the user, and elevates the participation of individuals and institutions in the functioning of the network, so it’s definitely a YES to all.

We still believe that BoLD is a necessary step in the roadmap of any rollup that seeks to be as decentralized, censorship-resistant, and secure as possible.

Regarding the Infura whitelist, we maintain our previously stated position:

@SEEDGov

[Non-Constitutional] Whitelist Infura Nova Validator

After consideration, the @SEEDgov delegation has decided to “FOR” on this proposal at the Snapshot vote.

Rationale

Given Infura’s strong reputation within the crypto ecosystem and the validator’s track record of excellent uptime, we see this proposal as an easy yes.

We also share the sentiment expressed by other delegates regarding whether the DAO will need to whitelist additional validators in the future or if this is a one-time consideration.

[Tally_Support]

Onchain voting for this proposal is ending within 24 hours:
[Vote on Tally: [Constitutional AIP] Activate Arbitrum BoLD + Infura Nova Validator Whitelist ](https://www.tally.xyz/gov/eip155:42161:0xf07DeD9dC292157749B6Fd268E37DF6EA38395B9/proposal/2499208639684806584)
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[Tane]

We vote FOR the proposal on Tally.

We maintain the support made at its Snapshot phase and continuously support the technical advancement in the Arbitrum ecosystem. Same goes to the Infura Nova validator whitelisting.

[Tally_Support]

Voting has ended!
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[[Constitutional AIP] Activate Arbitrum BoLD + Infura Nova Validator Whitelist ](https://www.tally.xyz/gov/eip155:42161:0xf07DeD9dC292157749B6Fd268E37DF6EA38395B9/proposal/2499208639684806584)

### Final Votes

| **Category**         | **Result**       | **Details**                 |
|----------------------|------------------|-----------------------------|
| **Quorum reached**   | ✅ | 207.61M of 202.44M         |
| **Majority Support** | ✅ |                             |
| **For**              |                  | 207.60M (100.0%)    |
| **Against**          |                  | 5.68k (0.0%) |
| **Abstain**          |                  | 8.80k (0.0%) |

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[0x_ultra]

I voted FOR this proposal on Tally, maintaining the position stated during the previous temp check phase.
I’m genuinely excited about this significant change for Arbitrum. The BOLD upgrade marks a crucial step towards greater decentralization and incentives, which is essential for Arbitrum’s future. The introduction of permissionless validation is a transformative move that will open up the ecosystem and help prevent delay attacks, ensuring smoother operations, eventually increasing both security and overall efficiency.

Regarding the inclusion of Infura as a validator for Arbitrum Nova, I fully support this decision as well. Given their strong track record and fame in the space, whitelisting them makes perfect sense to me.

I believe this upgrade will have a meaningful impact on Arbitrum’s long-term development and growth. I’m looking forward to seeing how it will shape the future of this ecosystem!

[lobbyfi]

Rationale behind LobbyFi’s vote on this proposal:

LobbyFi voted in favor of this proposal since the the “for” pool in the our community auction turned out greater than the “against” pool.

[AlexLumley]

Supporting this proposal -

I continously support the technical advancement of Arbitrum. The BOLD and NOVA seem like critical part of the technical infrastructure.

[olimpio]

I voted FOR in Tally.
I am continuing my temp-check support of this proposal, it improves security and decentralization.