Gitcoin

Following the successful vote on snapshot: https://snapshot.org/#/gitcoindao.eth/proposal/0x8b8e0ed4ec6ef5031b407d4abbc41a604c2f14528a12ec87e21aa5f9e04cabc7

This Tally proposal will fund the work outlined in the GCP for $27,240 in USDC.

[GCP-010] Evolving Gitcoin Grants: The Q.E.D. (Quadratic Experimentation and Development) Program How can Gitcoin leverage the lessons learned from its past experiments to address the limitations of the current Quadratic Funding model and refine it for future applications?

Given the multiple cohorts which exist and commit extractive and exploitative attacks on Gitcoin Grants and our Web3 partners, what novel solutions can Gitcoin explore to enhance the security and fairness of the Quadratic Funding model?

In the pursuit of next-generation allocation mechanisms, how can Gitcoin ensure a more representative and pluralistic environment for its Grants Programs and QV governance models?

We present the Q.E.D. (Quadratic Experimentation and Development) program, which aims to answer those questions through the development and implementation of collusion-resistant Quadratic Funding mechanisms for Gitcoin Grants. The project lead for Q.E.D. has developed state-of-the-art collusion-resistant QF mechanisms 2 in collaboration with leaders in the field 1, and brings to the table an ability to rigorously understand the unique needs of Allo Protocol. Q.E.D.'s aim is to create a more inclusive and democratic funding model that addresses collusion and improves the efficiency and fairness of the funding process, as well as to educate our prospective and current partners about the trade-offs that can be made in their own Allo use-cases.

Proposal We propose to deliver the following:

• A tailored mathematical framework for understanding QF within Gitcoin’s context.
• Empirical analysis of collusion-resistant mechanisms using Gitcoin Grants data.
• Product roadmap with recommendations for data collection practices and Gitcoin Allo/ Passport feature analysis.
• Series of articles for marketing, educational, and onboarding purposes.
• Bi-weekly updates to the Gitcoin community.