StableLab Delegate Thread

Governance
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CONTACT

Name: StableLab
Delegate Address: stablelab.eth
Tally Profile URL: Tally | stablelab.eth
Governance tracking: Boardroom , Internal tracker
Forum: @Matt_StableLab
Discord: Matt_StableLab #3210
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Stablelab
Blog: https://www.stablelab.xyz/blog
Languages: English, Spanish, German, Dutch, Romanian, Korean, Chinese

ABOUT

StableLab is a governance firm focused on professional delegation, DAO framework design, and product development. We work with various projects, from the ones just starting their journey to decentralization to the most prominent DeFi protocols.

Our systematic framework for DAOs covers governance methodologies, decentralized workforce, implementation, documentation, communication, and community engagement. There is no one-size-fits-all approach, but we provide a framework of principles and tools we have developed throughout our experience.

We scale DAOs sustainably.

EXPERIENCE

We are the leading professional delegate team with a track record across major DeFi protocols, including MakerDAO, Optimism, Aave, 1inch, Balancer, Element, InstaDapp, Hop, and more.

We pioneer delegation work through high governance standards, extensive research, hands-on expertise, and the consistent use of a code of conduct. Pushing forward web3 and DeFi since 2018, StableLab’s co-founders previously spent 3.5 years at the Maker Foundation.

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Governance delegates and roles currently (or previously held by StableLab).

View all our proposals, votes, and milestones at stablelab.xyz /governance .

VALUES & CONDUCT

A. VALUES - A.R.T.

  1. Active: We participate in every aspect of the governance process, from creating and presenting proposals to providing feedback in the forums and actively voting.
  2. Research: Our decisions are backed by a team of experienced researchers and PhDs.
  3. Trust: We act unbiased and transparent, according to our code of conduct - driven by a strong set of ethics and values.

B. DELEGATE CONDUCT

  • Use values to guide actions.
  • Maintain impartiality and transparency in participation.
  • Rely on data, research and prior expertise for proposals and votes.
  • Apply battle-tested internal policies for consistency.
  • Consult with the team for quality outcomes.

DISCLOSURE

Through our holding company, we have invested in multiple projects to advance growth and governance for them. See the full list here.

We contribute to various protocols’ governance, such as MakerDAO, Optimism, Aave, 1inch, Balancer, and Element. See the full list here.

When applicable, we will disclose potential conflicts of interest in our rationale.

WAIVER OF LIABILITY

By delegating to StableLab, you acknowledge and agree that StableLab participates on a best-efforts basis and StableLab will not be liable for any form of damages related to StableLab’s participation in governance.

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Proposal: AIP-1: Arbitrum Improvement Proposal Framework

Vote: Against

Rationale: We voted against this proposal due to the lack of transparency and rationale behind many of the aspects of the proposal including the “special grants” and the 750M ARB allocation. We would like to see this proposal broken into smaller proposals so they can be discussed with the community.

Proposal: AIP 1.05: Return 700M $ARB to the DAO Treasury [REAL]

Vote: Against

Rationale: While sending the 750M ARB could have been communicated more effectively, It is reasonable to give the Arbitrum Foundation runway for the next few years, especially with the implementation of AIP 1.1 providing more structure and security to the funds.

Proposal: AIP 1.05: Return 700M $ARB to the DAO Treasury

Vote: Against

Rationale: This is a duplicate proposal see our rationale for the original AIP 1.05.

Proposal: AIP-1.1 - Lockup, Budget, Transparency

Vote: For

Rationale: It is important to ensure a proper budget is in place so the foundation is held to a high standard and can have adequate runway for the next few years. It is also vital for the Foundation funds to be transparent to prevent mismanagement.

Proposal: AIP-1.2 - Foundation and DAO Governance

Vote: For

Rationale: We support the initiative to create a constitution that creates accountability and provides transparency. We also support changing the proposal threshold from 5M to 1M ARB

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Proposals: AIP-1.2 - Foundation and DAO Governance

Vote: Yes

Rationale: We support the initiative to create a constitution that creates accountability and provides transparency. We also support changing the proposal threshold from 5M to 1M ARB

Proposals: [Updated] AIP-1.1 - Lockup, Budget, Transparency

Vote: Yes

Rationale: It is important to ensure a proper budget is in place so the foundation is held to a high standard and can have an adequate runway for the next few years. It is also vital for the Foundation funds to be transparent to prevent mismanagement.

Proposals: [Old] AIP-1.1 - Lockup, Budget, Transparency

Vote: No

Rationale: While we support AIP 1.1 we voted against this version as the vesting date is incorrect.

Proposals: Proposal: Activate support for account abstraction endpoint on One and Nova

Vote: Yes

Rationale: We support Abirtrum innovating with account abstraction and believe this will help to attract more users in the future

Proposals: Arbitrum DAO Grants - Delegated Domain Allocation by Questbook

Vote: Yes

Rationale: We have worked with Questbook in the past and believe they provide great grants tooling and framework that will benefit the Arbitrum DAO

Proposals: [Non-Constitutional] Fund the Arbitrum Grants Framework Proposal Milestone 1

Vote: For

Rationale: We support this governance experiment and appreciate all the work that has gone into this proposal.

Proposals: AIP-2: Activate support for account abstraction endpoint on One and Nova

Vote: For

Rationale: We support Abirtrum innovating with account abstraction and believe this will help to attract more users in the future

Proposals: Accelerating Arbitrum - leveraging Camelot as an ecosystem hub to support native builders

Vote: No

Rationale: We believe this proposal should wait until the newly passed grant programs are in action.

Proposals: Arbitrum DAO Grants - Delegated Domain Allocation by Questbook

Vote: For

Rationale: We have worked with Questbook in the past and believe they provide great grants tooling and framework that will benefit the Arbitrum DAO

Proposals: Proposal: Update Security Council Election Start Date to Ensure Time for Security Audit

Vote: Yes

Rationale: We support this update to ensure proper time for a security audit

Proposals: Proposal: Security Council Elections Proposed Implementation Spec

Vote: Yes

Rationale: We support the Security Council and the proposed implementation specs

Proposals: Proposal to onboard Matrixed.Link as a validator for Arbitrum

Vote: Abstain

Rationale: We do not feel there was enough community discussion to make an educated decision on the matter

Proposals: Proposal: Building the Future of NFTs: The Rarible Protocol - Arbitrum Integration Proposal [REVISED]

Vote: Yes

Rationale: Our full rationale can be seen here Proposal: Building the Future of NFTs: The Rarible Protocol - Arbitrum Integration Proposal [REVISED] - #21 by Matt_StableLab

Proposals: Proposal: Security Council Elections Proposed Implementation Spec

Vote: For

Rationale: We support the security council and the proposed implementation specs

Proposals: AIP-7: Arbitrum One Governance Parameter Fixes

Vote: For

Rationale: We support making the appropriate fixes to Governance parameters

Proposals: Time Management in Arbitrum’s Governance

Vote: Yes

Rationale: We support this initiative as we believe it will make it easier for delegates to keep track of votes and help boost voter turnout.

Proposals: Domain Allocator Election for the Gaming Domain

Vote: Jeremy

Rationale: We thought Jeremy had many good ideas for the gaming Domain and did a great job of sharing them in the community call

Proposals: Domain Allocator Election for the Dev Tooling Domain

Vote: Juandi

Rationale: We thought Juandi’s presentation in the nominee pitch meetings had many good ideas for the Dev tooling Domain and proved he would do an excellent job

Proposals: Domain Allocator Election for the New Protocol Ideas Domain

Vote: Matt StableLab

Rationale: We voted for ourselves as we think we would be a great fit given our past grant experience and there is no abstain option

Proposals: Domain Allocator Election for the Education, Community Growth and Events Domain

Vote: Cattin Seed Latam

Rationale: They have been active and committed members of the DAO and have a strong history of putting on in-person and online events

Proposals: Proposal: Building the Future of NFTs: The Rarible Protocol - Arbitrum Integration Proposal [REVISED]

Vote: For

Rationale: Our full rationale can be seen here Proposal: Building the Future of NFTs: The Rarible Protocol - Arbitrum Integration Proposal [REVISED] - #21 by Matt_StableLab

Proposals: Arbitrum as official sponsor of Ethereum Mexico 2023

Vote: Yes

Rationale: We support this initiative and think it could help Arbitrum gain more users in LATAM

Proposals: GovMonth Sensemaking - Reducing Friction

Vote: 9,2,5,4,1,7,6,3,10,8

Rationale: These are what StableLab views as friction-reducing priorities for Arbitrum

Proposals: GovMonth Sensemaking - Growth and Innovation

Vote: 2,6,10,7,1,3,4,5,9,8

Rationale: These are what StableLab views as Growth and Innovation Priorities for Arbitrum

Proposals: All 97 Round 1 STIP Proposals

Vote: Abstain

Rationale: Due to StableLab’s managerial engagement in STIP, we will abstain from each proposal to remain impartial.

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Proposal: Empowering Early Contributors: The community Arbiter Proposal

Vote: For

Rationale: StableLab believes this will improve user discoverability for the STIP incentives and will generate significant ARB sequencer revenue

Proposal: Empowering Early Contributors: The community Arbiter Proposal

Vote: Abstain

Rationale: This proposal feels a bit rushed and under discussed. StableLab would like to see a more detailed program in place before 500k ARB is spent

Proposal: Activate ARB Staking

Vote: Fund staking with 100M ARB

Rationale: This is an interesting experiment that will bring added utility to arb. However we would like to see it start smaller so we can test the effectiveness before adding more arb

Non-Constitutional AIP: Arbitrum Security Enhancement Fund

Vote: Yes

Rationale: Getting a high quality audit at a discount will encourage protocols to deploy to Arbitrum. This may also attract more users to Arbitrum if Arbitrum earns the reputation of safety by providing the best audits/security.

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Consolidate Security Proposals into a RFP Process

Vote: For

Rationale: We support the idea of an RFP process for security proposals as it will let the DAO see all options and compare prices and services to find the best fit for Arbitrum

The Arbitrum Coalition

Vote: Abstain

Rationale: While we think this would bring great value to the DAO we would like to see this handled with a RFP to allow the DAO to choose service providers and help keep prices competitive. As we will serve on the multisig should this proposal pass we will abstain to remain impartial.

Proposal to Backfund Successful STIP Proposals

Vote: Against

Rationale: STIP Voters voted based on the STIP rules. We don’t think back funding accurately reflects voters’ desires. We would prefer a full round 2.

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