StableLab Delegate Thread

Safe Ecosystem
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CONTACT

Name: StableLab

Delegate Address: stablelab.eth

Governance tracking: Boardroom, Internal tracker

Forum: Matt_StableLab

Discord: Matt_StableLab

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.

WHY SAFE

Safe is focused on creating Multi-Signature safes to help teams and individuals self custody their assets. We chose to be delegates for SafeDAO to support the future of multi-signature self-custody. With reliable governance, SafeDAO will be able to scale sustainably. We choose to play a key role in turning Safe’s vision into reality.

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: [SEP #2] Community Initiative To Unpause Token Contract (Enabling Transferability)

Vote: Make no changes/Decide later

Rationale: We believe there should be a clear plan before enabling transferability. We would like to see the DAO mature more and have a clear understanding of how $SAFE will add value to the dao before transferability is unlocked.

Proposal: ​ [SEP #3] Towards clarity on milestones before voting on enabling transferability again

Vote: Option 3

Rationale: It is important to have a plan for how the SAFE token will be used and a clear direction for SafeDAO before token transferability is enabled.

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Proposal: [SEP #4] SafeDAO Constitution

Vote: Accept

Rationale: We voted to accept SEP4 as we believe that the introduction of a Constitution greatly empowers community members to understand their responsibilities and what they should be working towards.

Proposal: ​ [SEP #5] Redistributing Unredeemed Tokens From User Airdrop Allocation

Vote: A+B using ½ for A and ½ for B

Rationale: We would like to see some of the unclaimed airdrop tokens used for new initiatives such as a grant program, funding for public goods, and attracting new safe users later on.

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awesome! what are the A and B in this topic stand for?

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That’s referring to the types of allocation in SEP #5, described here.

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Proposal: # [SEP #6] Safe Grants Program (SGP)

Vote: Accept

Rationale: StableLab supports the launch of the Safe Grants Program and looks forward to seeing how this program impacts the growth and development of the Safe Ecosystem.

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Proposal: Wildcard Reviewer Seat - Wave 1
Vote: Kouros
Rationale: Kouros’ experience at Bankless DAO leading the Treasury Guild and the Grants Committee will be very helpful in assessing and supporting grantees at SafeDAO

Proposal: Product / Business Reviewer Seat - Wave 1
Vote: Adam Hurwitz
Rationale: Adam has proven to be an active and dedicated member of SafeDAO providing crucial support to many. His experience as an open source researcher, product consultant in crypto analytics and UX, Android apps software and in business development has equipped him with skills and context to perform well in this role.

Proposal: Technical Reviewer Seat - Wave 1
Vote: Sohkai
Rationale: Sohkai possesses the skills and context to accurately assess the value propositions and technical merits of grantees proposals to the Safe ecosystem

Proposal: [SEP #7 Governance Framework]
Vote: Accept
Rationale: We fully support the implementation of SEP 7, the SafeDAO Governance Framework, which provides a dynamic structure to guide the growth and development of SafeDAO and streamline governance processes.

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Proposal: [SEP #8] Outcomes-based resource allocation framework (OBRA)
Vote: Accept
Rationale: We support this proposal which provides a structured use of resources to ensure the most efficient and useful utilization of SafeDAO’s assets.

Hello, SafeDAO community, we’d like to inform you that we’ve moved our delegate wallet for increased security to a multisig. As such, we kindly request that you redelegate SAFE to this new address at stablelab.eth.

The following is our new delegate wallet: 0xecc2a9240268bc7a26386ecb49e1befca2706ac9

Thank you!

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Commenting to help with the update thread!

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[SEP #9] Stablecoin allocation
Vote: Accept
Rationale: In favour of this proposal to exchange ARB/OP tokens for stablecoins with the Safe Ecosystem Foundation which would enable SafeDAO to fund OBRA initiatives with stablecoins

[SEP #10] OBRA strategies and budget
Vote: Accept
Rationale: In favour of the five outlined OBRA strategies, the wildcard strategy, and their corresponding budgets to drive progress and lasting value in key areas of the Safe ecosystem. Glad to see community feedback deftly incorporated

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[SEP #11] Governance amendment Season 1 / Sprint 4
Vote: Accept
Rationale: In favour of this proposal as it introduces mechanisms to enhance SafeDAO’s governance and make it more inclusive and effective while addressing operational lapses.

[SEP #12] [OBRA] SafeDAO Governance Analytics Dashboard Services - Curia
Vote: Accept
Rationale: In favour of this proposal to enhance and maintain the governance dashboard by Curia and further offer monthly analytics reports for clearer governance insights. This is deeply valuable for the DAO.

[SEP #13] [OBRA] Module Publishing, Audit Attestation Platform and Marketplace - ZenGuard
Vote: Accept
Rationale: This proposal aims to make Safe{Core} Protocol more extensible and provide an improved experience for developers building modules. This is well aligned with the strategy’s objectives.

[SEP #14] [OBRA] Role-based Access Control & Pilot Browser Extension – Gnosis Guild
Vote: Accept
Rationale: This proposal marks a very strategic step forward in SafeDAO’s improving governance and operational capabilities and we look forward to seeing this ratified by the community.

[SEP #15] [OBRA] Enhancing Governance Accessibility and Participation at SafeDAO - StableLab
Vote: Accept
Rationale: [Own Proposal] We are voting in favour of our proposal to deepen engagement in SafeDAO by improving governance accessibility and participation through frequent updates, live sessions, and operational support.

[SEP #16] [OBRA] Split Delegation - Gnosis Guild
Vote: Accept
Accept: Looking forward to the implementation of split delegation to improve the distribution of voting power and governance participation in general. This will be a key foundation for future initiatives in the DAO if ratified by the community.

[SEP #17] [OBRA] Contribution Efficiency System (CES) - Areta
Vote: Accept
Accept: This Contribution Efficiency System seems to be beneficial in these early, experimental stages of OBRA and will hopefully equip the DAO with some useful learnings to apply in future initiatives.

[SEP #18] [OBRA] FinOps3: Accelerating Asset Management on Safe - LuukDAO
Vote: Accept
Rationale: Offering resources and guidance for easily managing Treasury Systems with Safe is a net positive for the ecosystem, especially ahead of S.A.F.E

[SEP #19] [OBRA] Develop Ecosystem Accounts on Optimism - LuukDAO
Vote: Accept
Rationale: Well aligned with the strategy objectives and promises to increase the number of Safe{Core} Protocol users

[SEP #20] [OBRA] Formalizing the Guardian Role onchain with Hats Protocol - Hats Protocol
Vote: Accept
Rationale: Formalizing the Guardian role and permissions onchain via Hats promises to greatly streamline the onboarding and offboarding process of Guardians

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[SEP #21] SAFE Token Utility
Vote: Accept
Rationale: The community has invested a lot of time and effort into developing these ideas to shape the utility of the SAFE token. I’m excited to see where this leads and how the DAO evolves following the ratification of this key milestone before another token transferability vote can take place.

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[SEP #22] Unpause SAFE Token Contract (Enabling Transferability)
Vote: Accept
Rationale: In support of the proposal to unpause the SAFE token contract thus enabling transferability which is poised to inspire more growth-oriented activity in the Safe ecosystem and welcome more participants into Safe governance!

[SEP #23] [OBRA] Safe Token Utility Sprint 1
Vote: Accept
Rationale: In support of this proposal which takes a structured approach to exploring and defining the most impactful use cases for the SAFE token, with respected contributors stewarding the effort.

[SEP #24] karpatkey - SAFE DAO Treasury Management Core Unit
Vote: Accept
Rationale: In support of this proposal from karpatkey given their reputation in the industry across other reputable projects, and the synergies with karpatkey also managing the GnosisDAO treasury.

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