Note: This proposal is a revised version of our initial draft shared for discussion on November 30th. In reality, it represents the 3rd proposal after incorporating valuable feedback from community members and key delegates. Below are the links attached for previous proposals.

1st Proposal (June 2024): Proposal Link

• Outcome: Failed in Snapshot voting
• Community Feedback: Lacked clear KPIs and a detailed budget breakdown.

2nd Proposal (November 2024, RFC): Proposal Link

• Community Feedback: Its scope and deliverables were deemed too broad. The feedback emphasized the need to narrow the focus, streamline the deliverables, and reduce the budget. Emphasis was placed on prioritizing content quality and platform maintenance.

We believe the feedback have played a crucial role in refining our approach and finding the key strategic way for establishing ArbitrumHub as a robust Platform.

Key Resources:

• ArbitrumHub Platform: Visit Platform
• ArbitrumHub Research Document: View Document (Note: This file is large and may take some time to load. We appreciate your patience.)
• GitHub Open-Source Code: Access Code
• Looker Studio Link (for Tracking Platform Analytics): View Analytics

Things to Consider While Analyzing the Platform:

Please note that some information on the platform may not always be entirely accurate or up-to-date, primarily due to resource constraints. From the past year, we have independently built, managed and maintained the platform using the resources at our disposal. Despite these limitations, we strive to provide the most accurate and updated information, deploying any additional resources to improve its quality.
We encourage you to view this platform as a proof of concept for what we aim to achieve. Imagine the possibilities we could unlock with dedicated support and resources from the DAO. The DAO support would enable us to significantly enhance this platform and fully realize its potential.

DAO Feedback Addressed

Based on feedback from the DAO, we are considering carrying ArbitrumHub as a pilot for the first year with a limited scope. The core focus will be on addressing content needs and refining the platform based on community feedback, DAO needs while utilizing minimal resources.

Key Changes:

• Core Focus on Platform Maintenance: Prioritizing ongoing platform maintenance and updates over expansion.
• Reduced Fragmentation: We are adopting a focused approach to streamline efforts and consolidate resources, ensuring a strong foundation for ArbitrumHub.
• Minimal Resources: Operating with a minimal resource allocation to ensure efficient use of funds and focus on core needs.

MSS Setup for Fund Request:

• Quarterly Fund Withdrawals: Funds will be withdrawn on a quarterly basis from the MSS.
• Initiative Termination Clause: The initiative may be stopped if the DAO reaches a consensus that the proposed value is not being delivered at any point.

Comparison Between Foundation site and ArbitrumHub:

The Foundation is one of the bodies of the Arbitrum DAO, focused primarily on providing specific information aimed at builders. Their goal is to make the Arbitrum blockchain more efficient. The Foundation's target audience includes developers and builders, with an emphasis on onboarding them to the Arbitrum ecosystem.

In contrast, ArbitrumHub provides a comprehensive overview of all Arbitrum DAO initiatives, including governance and various ecosystem activities. Our target audience includes individuals involved in governance, Web3 service organizations, strategists, and community members from arbitrum and other DAOs, as well as anyone interested in understanding what Arbitrum has to offer.

Additionally, ArbitrumHub serves as a platform to showcase community initiatives on a single platform, ensuring better visibility and reach. For instance, the Community Hub serves as a space to highlight community-driven contributions—something that is currently lacking within the Arbitrum ecosystem. ArbitrumHub is fulfilling this need by providing a dedicated space for these initiatives and enhancing the accessibility to everyone.

While we acknowledge that the Foundation's website is effective in its purpose, we recognize that the Foundation has a distinct goal and target audience. The Foundation’s internal focus is on improving the Arbitrum blockchain for builders, while their external focus revolves around onboarding builders to the Arbitrum blockchain and presenting relevant information accordingly.

Foundation Focus:

• Internal Focus: Enhancing the Arbitrum blockchain for builders.
• External Focus: Onboarding builders to the Arbitrum blockchain, with information presented in a way that caters specifically to their needs.

Note: The image above represents the bi-annual progress report, highlighting the scope and target audience of the Arbitrum Foundation. It illustrates how ArbitrumHub complements the Foundation's efforts rather than duplicating them. In fact, ArbitrumHub has previously been utilized by the Foundation to showcase various grant programs and accepted projects. ArbitrumHub aims to serve as a comprehensive, one-stop solution for all things arbitrum. The ArbitrumHub team is committed to collaborating with the Foundation and the leaders of various community initiatives to ensure its relevance across all verticals within the Arbitrum ecosystem. Source: Arbitrum Foundation Bi-Annual Progress Update H1 2024

ArbitrumHub Focus:

• Internal Focus: Providing a comprehensive overview of all Arbitrum DAO initiatives, governance, and ecosystem activities, with a strong emphasis on platform maintenance and refinement based on community feedback.
• External Focus: Engaging a broad audience, including governance participants, Web3 organizations, strategists, and community members from other DAOs, by offering insights into what the Arbitrum ecosystem has to offer. Additionally, ArbitrumHub serves as a platform for showcasing community-driven projects and initiatives to enhance visibility and foster collaboration.

Please check out the Community Hub | Programs Section.

1. Abstract

The ArbitrumHub project emerged from over a year of active involvement in the Arbitrum ecosystem, during which we identified a critical need for a unified platform for ArbitrumDAO. Through extensive community engagement, research, and participation in DAO meetings, it became evident that new members, centralized organizations, participants from other DAOs, and young enthusiasts lacked a single point of reference for all developments and initiatives within the ecosystem. To address this gap, we began laying the foundation of ArbitrumHub 1+ year ago. With dedicated research, collaboration with key stakeholders, and a project team committed to design, development, and iteration, ArbitrumHub has evolved into a comprehensive resource at arbitrumhub.io.

2. Motivation

ArbitrumHub was created to address the critical need for a centralized resource hub within the ArbitrumDAO community. As the ecosystem expands, it becomes increasingly challenging to stay informed and connected. ArbitrumHub simplifies this process by offering a single, reliable source of essential information, structured in a way that is both accessible and comprehensive. ArbitrumHub aspires to become the community’s go-to destination for vital insights into ArbitrumDAO and its ongoing initiatives. By maintaining a unified platform, we ensure community members and external participants have access to updates, meeting details, and opportunities to engage with the ecosystem. This approach not only strengthens comm

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