Proposal [Non-Constitutional]: Defending Open Source: A United Stand for Developer Rights and Software Freedom

Savvy DAO has voted “100% for Fund with 500,000 ARB each” for the “Defending Open Source: A United Stand for Developer Rights and Software Freedom” proposal.

REASONING:

  1. Focused and Pragmatic Support: Allocating 500,000 ARB each to DEF and Coin Center strikes a balance between providing meaningful support and ensuring prudent management of the DAO’s resources. This amount is substantial enough to make a significant impact on their ongoing legal and advocacy efforts without overcommitting funds, considering the broader range of initiatives that ArbitrumDAO might need to support simultaneously.
  2. Strengthening Essential Advocacy: Both DEF and Coin Center play crucial roles in defending and promoting the rights of software developers and the broader open-source community. By funding these organizations, ArbitrumDAO contributes to vital policy, litigation, and advocacy work that protects the ecosystem against overreach and harmful legislation, thereby safeguarding the foundational principles of open and decentralized software development.
  3. Setting a Sustainable Precedent: The choice to fund with a conservative yet impactful amount reflects a sustainable approach to DAO funding strategies. It allows for flexibility and responsiveness to future needs and sets a precedent for supporting important causes without compromising financial stability. This approach encourages ongoing support and participation in advocacy without risking the DAO’s capacity to address other urgent needs within the ecosystem.

This funding decision aligns with the broader mission of supporting innovation and protecting the decentralized nature of blockchain development, which is central to Arbitrum and the wider blockchain community’s ethos.

See Delegate thread here: Savvy DAO - Delegate Communication Thread - #17 by SavvyDAO

Adding Feedback here:
Savvy DAO votes FOR the proposal “ArbitrumDAO Contribution; Safeguarding Software Developers’ Rights”

Key Reasons:

  1. The initiative aligns with our commitment to protect open-source contributions and promote innovation in the digital asset space.
  2. The proposal’s focus on policy advocacy and litigation is crucial for ensuring regulatory clarity and supporting decentralized technologies globally.
  3. With strong community backing, this initiative enhances our ecosystem by safeguarding developers’ ability to innovate without legal obstacles.

Savvy DAO supports this proposal for its strategic alignment with our values, defending digital liberties, and ensuring innovation in decentralized technologies

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