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Zcash-Avalanche Elastic Subnet Bridge

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Applicant: red·dev
Requested: -
Funding in payment ledger: $210,433.00May reflect a partial approval; excludes refunds and reimbursements.
Status: Approved
Review context: Forum discussion linked4 committee records linked

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Infrastructure · Milestone

Start Up Funding

Recorded row amount$12,032.00

Estimate: Not recorded
FPF “Paid Out” date: 5/16/2023
FPF “ZEC Disbursed”: 366.27 ZEC
FPF “USD Disbursed”: Not recorded
FPF “ZEC/USD” rate: $32.85 / ZEC
FPF ledger status: Open

Infrastructure

1

Recorded row amount$28,343.00

Estimate: Not recorded
FPF “Paid Out” date: 7/18/2023
FPF “ZEC Disbursed”: 906.69 ZEC
FPF “USD Disbursed”: Not recorded
FPF “ZEC/USD” rate: $31.26 / ZEC
FPF ledger status: Open

Infrastructure

2

Recorded row amount$28,343.00

Estimate: Not recorded
FPF “Paid Out” date: 12/11/2023
FPF “ZEC Disbursed”: 933.56 ZEC
FPF “USD Disbursed”: Not recorded
FPF “ZEC/USD” rate: $30.36 / ZEC
FPF ledger status: Open

Infrastructure

3

Recorded row amount$56,686.00

Estimate: Not recorded
FPF “Paid Out” date: 10/10/2024
FPF “ZEC Disbursed”: 1,858.56 ZEC
FPF “USD Disbursed”: Not recorded
FPF “ZEC/USD” rate: $30.50 / ZEC
FPF ledger status: Open

Infrastructure

4

Recorded row amount$28,343.00

Estimate: Not recorded
FPF “Paid Out” date: 4/8/2026
FPF “ZEC Disbursed”: 86.28 ZEC
FPF “USD Disbursed”: Not recorded
FPF “ZEC/USD” rate: $328.50 / ZEC
FPF ledger status: Open

Infrastructure

5

Recorded row amount$28,343.00

Estimate: 30 Jun 2024Dated 6/30/2024
FPF “Paid Out” date: Not recorded
FPF “ZEC Disbursed”: Not recorded
FPF “USD Disbursed”: Not recorded
FPF “ZEC/USD” rate: Not recorded
FPF ledger status: Open

Infrastructure

6

Recorded row amount$28,343.00

Estimate: 31 Jul 2024Dated 7/31/2024
FPF “Paid Out” date: Not recorded
FPF “ZEC Disbursed”: Not recorded
FPF “USD Disbursed”: Not recorded
FPF “ZEC/USD” rate: Not recorded
FPF ledger status: Open

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Approved5/1/2023

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Approved5/1/2023

Zcash Elastic Subnet Bridge on Avalanche

ZCG approved this grant.

Jason recapped this grant. This proposal is asking for $210,433 for part one of their overall vision, which is to create bridging software that uses a permissionless Subnet on Avalanche and deploy a production-ready, fully-functional version of this software with a GUI to the Avalanche and Zcash testnets. The current update is that Kit, the applicant, responded to the list of questions Burns posted on the forum, and the committee discussed this in their last brainstorming session. Overall, ZCG is in favor of the grant. Brian said this grant is a calculated risk because it is unknown if the community will use this bridge; however, it can be looked at as an opportunity for other ecosystems to start leveraging Zcash technology capabilities. Michael said that he enjoyed the enthusiasm from Kit and appreciated the stellar communication with the community and committee in the process. He also thought this grant had merit and voted to approve it. Burns agreed and added that he did not see a technical risk for Kit not to deliver, so he also approved. Amber said she did see a risk in it if this is underused in the community but still agreed with the other members that it is a reasonable risk, especially if used, so she approved. Jason said that this grant is expensive and not a high priority project, and he is concerned about the budget. Jason added that if there were more reluctance from other committee members, he would vote to put this grant on hold; however, since the grant has the overwhelming support of the committee, he votes to approve this proposal. Jason also echoed Michael’s sentiments on Kit’s communication. This grant was approved.

Confidence: 100%
Match method: Reviewed Minutes Mention
Minutes: Zcash Community Grants Meeting Minutes 5/1/23

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Remains Open4/17/2023

Zcash Elastic Subnet Bridge on Avalanche

This grant will remain open as more information is obtained.

Jason recapped this grant. ZCG discussed this project in previous meetings. The applicant has now posted a formal grant proposal asking for $210,433 for part one of their overall vision, which is to create bridging software that uses a permissionless Subnet on Avalanche and deploy a production-ready, fully-functional version of this software with a GUI to the Avalanche and Zcash testnets. The committee had a call with the applicant, Kit, during ZCG’s Brainstorm session on April 7, and they gave an overview of the project. Afterward, the committee summarized the meeting and compiled a list of follow-up questions. Burns will post this on the forum so the community can discuss this proposal.

Confidence: 100%
Match method: Reviewed Minutes Mention
Minutes: Zcash Community Grants Meeting Minutes 4/17/23

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Unknown4/3/2023

Zcash Elastic Subnet Bridge on Avalanche

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This forum post was discussed during the previous meeting. Dan contacted Kit to schedule a meeting between them and ZCG on Friday during the next brainstorming session. This discussion will include whether Kit should submit a formal grant, the scope of the project, and pricing.

Confidence: 100%
Match method: Reviewed Minutes Mention
Minutes: Zcash Community Grants Meeting Minutes 4/3/23

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Unknown3/20/2023

Zcash Elastic Subnet Bridge on Avalanche

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No grant request submitted yet. Brian said it sounds interesting but he’s more interested in 1-1 transferability. He’s open to the idea and he’s interested in meeting with them (they’ve requested a meeting). Michael said there are lots of interesting things in this grant that require more learning and discussion. Cody agreed and asked if ZF has a position on this grant. Jack responded that no, not yet, he has not yet fully reviewed the details.

Confidence: 100%
Match method: Reviewed Minutes Mention
Minutes: Zcash Community Grants Meeting Minutes 3/20/23

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Primary forum thread

Zcash Elastic Subnet Bridge on Avalanche

Hello, As a “Long time listener, first time caller,” in the Zcash community, this is my first forum post. I’m doing so on the advice of Daniel Wolande after corresponding with him through the grants email address. He suggested that I share our preliminary proposal here to get feedback from the ...

Confidence: 100%
Forum URL: https://forum.zcashcommunity.com/t/zcash-elastic-subnet-bridge-on-avalanche/44220

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Zcash-Avalanche Elastic Subnet Bridge

Date Submitted: 4/5/2023 | Proposal Title: Zcash-Avalanche Elastic Subnet Bridge | Applicant(s): red·dev | Grant Platform Link: https://zcashgrants.org/gallery/25215916-53ea-4041-a3b2-6d00c487917d/36243580/ | Forum Link: https://forum.zcashcommunity.com/t/zcash-elastic-subnet-bridge-on-avalanche/442

Confidence: 100%
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