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- Sonus Exchange is a new type of trading system that helps people swap tokens easily.
- It works with other projects to make trading better and safer.
- Sonus has many users and has done over 300,000 swaps on a test network.
- The team also created SwapBased, a popular trading platform on another network.
- Sonus wants to partner with Bifrost to let people mint vASTR tokens on their platform.
- They will create a special page for minting vASTR and offer rewards for providing liquidity.
- Sonus will share 50% of the commission from vASTR trading to encourage more people to join.

Sonus Exchange Integration of Bifrost ASTR Staking Program

- Bifrost Polkadot Runtime is a big file (2.281 MB) and is compressed.
- It has a special code called "Metadata version V14."
- Many updates were made to improve how things work, like moving from version 1 to version 2 in different parts.
- Some changes include fixing bugs, adding new features, and making things faster.
- The team also worked on making sure the system pays out rewards automatically.
- They updated the system to use native tokens for gas fees in EVM.
- The full list of changes can be found on GitHub.

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- The Kusama chain has a total account balance of 80,763,731,286,926,555,647, with an excess of 763,731,286,926,555,647.
- The Polkadot chain has a total account balance of 79,999,995,154,039,829,347, with a decrease of 4,845,960,170,653.
- The cross-chain governance bridge totals 80,000,000,923,080,910,000, with an excess of 923,080,910,000.
- Excluding the bridge, the total is 80,763,725,517,885,474,994, with an excess of 763,725,517,885,474,994.
- To fix the totals:
  - Decrease Kusama's special address and treasury.
  - Increase Polkadot's treasury.
  - Adjust both chains' cross-chain governance bridges.
- After adjustments, both chains and the bridge will have totals of 80,000,000,000,000,000,000.

TotalIssuance Fix Step 2

### Summary

1. **Kusama Chain**:
   - Total balance: 80,763,731,286,926,555,647.
   - Excess amount: 763,731,286,926,555,647.

2. **Polkadot Chain**:
   - Total balance: 79,999,995,154,039,829,347.
   - Decrease amount: 4,845,960,170,653.

3. **Cross-Chain Governance Bridge**:
   - Total: 80,000,000,923,080,910,000.
   - Excess amount: 923,080,910,000.

4. **Adjustments on Kusama**:
   - Decrease a special address by 757,346,146,000,314,911.
   - Decrease the treasury by 6,385,140,926,240,736.
   - Transfer 461,540,455,000 from the bridge to the treasury.

5. **Adjustments on Polkadot**:
   - Increase the treasury by 4,845,960,170,653.
   - Transfer 461,540,455,000 from the bridge to the treasury.

6. **Final Total**:
   - Both chains and the bridge will have a total balance of 80,000,000,000,000,000,000.

TotalIssuance Fix Step 1

- Merkletribe.io and Bifrost.finance are partners.
- Merkletribe.io is nominating VBL nodes for Polkadot Network consensus.
- Merkletribe.io is a Node as a service business that aims to maintain secure the POS consensus.
- MerkleTribe/Kazaki 1EwUAppef3eii8rNEXM44WxVsB6y1apZkfD8ejpwH7d4nmQ is the VBL nomination node for Polkadot.
- Merkletribe.io will provide monthly reports of their node stats and operations.

VBL Proposal - Merkletribe

### Bifrost Polkadot Runtime
- Runtime size: 2.259 MB (large)
- Compressed: Yes, 76.81% smaller
- Metadata version: V14
- Core version: bifrost_polkadot-15003
- Changes include adjusting vtoken voting storage
- Full changelog: [bifrost-v0.15.2 to bifrost-v0.15.3](https://github.com/bifrost-io/bifrost/compare/bifrost-v0.15.2...bifrost-v0.15.3)

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**LEGEND Node Provider Summary**

- **Location:** Dubai, UAE
- **Focus:** DOTSAMA ecosystem (Polkadot, Kusama, Moonbeam, Moonriver)
- **Polkadot Validators:** 3 active, 1 in the Decentralized Nodes program
- **Kusama Validators:** 4 active, 2 in the Decentralized Nodes program
- **Moonbeam Collators:** 2 active
- **Moonriver Collators:** 1 active, with plans for a second
- **Bifrost Contribution:** Plans to launch a Bifrost collator, with significant BNC holdings and liquidity contributions
- **Ecosystem Improvements:** Suggestions for better collator selection and increased Polkadot VBL seats, and plans to improve Bifrost documentation

LEGEND VBL Bifrost Proposal

- Polkadotters is a validator team proposing to join the Validator Boost List (VBL) for Polkadot.
- They started in 2020 and created the first Czechia & Slovak Polkadot community.
- They contribute to Polkadot and Kusama through the 1000 Validators Programme and Decentralized Nodes Programme.
- They co-founded the DOT Validator Alliance DAO and assist with collator programs.
- They operate 34 RPC nodes and provide validation and collation services for multiple parachains.
- They actively promote Bifrost through articles, news, and community engagement.
- They propose their node "Polkadotters/🐙 OCTOPUS" for the VBL with a 1% commission fee.
- They are active in governance and have a strong community presence on various platforms.

Application for membership in Bifrost VBL - Polkadotters - update

### vFIL Decommissioning Summary

- **Background**: vFIL, a Filecoin Liquid Staking Token (LST) by Bifrost, faced issues like poor cross-chain experience, lack of on-chain applications, and insufficient synergy with Filecoin's FEVM.
- **Decommissioning Phases**:
  1. **Q4 2024**: Stop FIL deposits and vFIL minting.
  2. **Q1 2025**: Transfer unlocked FIL to Bifrost’s pool as sealed FIL expires.
  3. **Q1-Q2 2025**: Enable fast vFIL redemption and FIL transfer back to Filecoin.
  4. **June 30, 2025**: Disable FIL cross-chain bridge.
  5. **Post-June 2025**: Users can still redeem vFIL, but FIL transfers require governance proposals.
- **User Actions**: Complete vFIL redemptions and FIL transfers during Phase 3 to avoid delays.
- **Future Plans**: Bifrost aims to relaunch FIL LST services with improved user experience, safety, and ecosystem collaboration.

Proposal: Orderly decommissioning of vFIL services

### Bifrost Polkadot Runtime
- **Runtime Size**: 2.257 MB (2,366,317 bytes)
- **Compressed**: Yes, 76.83%
- **Metadata Version**: V14
- **Core Version**: bifrost_polkadot-15002
- **IPFS Link**: [IPFS](https://www.ipfs.io/ipfs/QmU8Da9fR9LuV6gnxYH4D72nzdT8FTxe5sd6urFMsAfK2W)

### Recent Changes
- Separated logic for retrieving current block for different tokens.
- Fixed vtoken voting.

**Full Changelog**: [GitHub](https://github.com/bifrost-io/bifrost/compare/bifrost-v0.15.1...bifrost-v0.15.2)

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**HoneyStake.xyz**

- **Owner**: Luis, an experienced IT engineer with over 10 years in DevOps.
- **Experience**: Involved in crypto since 2017, including Bitcoin and Ethereum mining, and Polkadot ecosystem.
- **Current Role**: Operates Kusama validators and collators for various parachains.
- **Performance**: No slashing or significant performance drops as a validator.
- **Application**: Wants to join the Validator Boost List with a Bifrost-Polkadot collator node.
- **Liquidity**: Holds 11,000 BNC tokens and 3,500 DOT, part of which can be used for minting or pooling.
- **Website**: [HoneyStake.xyz](https://www.honeystake.xyz/)
- **Interest**: Excited about joining the Bifrost project.

HoneyStake.xyz VBL Bifrost-Polkadot Collator Candidacy

### Kyo Finance
- **Kyo Finance** is a decentralized exchange (DEX) with features similar to Aerodrome, focusing on simplifying DeFi operations.
- It allows users to **batch operations** like claiming rewards, adding/removing liquidity, and swapping in a single transaction, reducing gas fees and clicks.
- **Epoch-less voting** means users can vote, claim, and bribe anytime, ensuring bribes are never wasted.
- **Smart voting** automatically distributes votes for optimal rewards.
- **Fungible ve tokens** replace illiquid NFTs, and the platform supports configurable pools for ERC20, ERC721, and ERC1155 tokens.
- Kyo Finance plans to integrate **Bifrost's liquid staking** of ASTR to mint vASTR, offering incentives for users.
- A **shared reward rate of 50%** on Bifrost's minting commission is proposed to encourage vASTR liquidity.
- **Website**: [kyo.finance](https://kyo.finance), **Twitter**: [@kyofinance](https://x.com/kyofinance), **Discord**: [invite link](https://discord.com/invite/hZkhewnCPp), **Docs**: [docs.kyo.finance](https://docs.kyo.finance)

Kyo finance integration for Bifrost ASTR staking program.

**LEGEND (Polkadot)**

- **Node Provider:** Node Runner FZCO, based in Dubai, UAE.
- **Networks:** Operates validators on Polkadot, Kusama, Moonbeam, and Moonriver.
- **Polkadot Validators:** 3 validators, one in the Polkadot Decentralized Nodes program.
- **Kusama Validators:** 4 validators, two in the Kusama Decentralized Nodes program.
- **Moonbeam and Moonriver:** 2 and 1 active collators respectively.
- **Commitment:** Significant self-bonding (37k DOT) to align with nominators.
- **Contributions:** Minted 100k DOT, provided liquidity, and suggested improvements for collator selection and ecosystem growth.
- **Request:** Seeking to join the Validator Boost List with a 3% commission.

LEGEND VBL Polkadot proposal - Renewal 

### Bifrost Polkadot Runtime Summary

- **Runtime Size**: 2.257 MB (2,366,196 bytes)
- **Compressed**: Yes, 76.83%
- **Metadata Version**: V14
- **Core Version**: bifrost_polkadot-15001 (bifrost_polkadot-0.tx1.au0)
- **Hashes**: 
  - `system.setCode`: 0xc64d46f909951d957689677602f423c1e1890af5e45d16b884efa1e92cb41a34
  - `authorizeUpgrade`: 0xfa0599cc2fa193731e168dff21af5ab67dac18b42c03d18a1d4c5bea5f12e440
  - `Blake2-256`: 0xdf9ef4735ce9a8220173c091ac333201da57f750d16f8ee1912ef42835a5b2e2
- **IPFS Link**: [https://www.ipfs.io/ipfs/QmP5WsavcEArip4bMqUgcfqZg717dd32wKVwUChQeUDHxi](https://www.ipfs.io/ipfs/QmP5WsavcEArip4bMqUgcfqZg717dd32wKVwUChQeUDHxi)
- **Changes**: Fixed SLP transfer issue in PR [#1518](https://github.com/bifrost-io/bifrost/pull/1518) by @hqwangningbo.
- **Full Changelog**: [bifrost-v0.15.0...bifrost-v0.15.1](https://github.com/bifrost-io/bifrost/compare/bifrost-v0.15.0...bifrost-v0.15.1)

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### vBNC Migration Process Summary

1. **Initialization**: Configure SLP (Simple Ledger Protocol) for vBNC (virtual Bifrost Native Coin).
2. **Calldata**: Contains detailed configuration data for vBNC, including minting and redemption settings.
3. **Temporary Settings**: Minting and redemption quantities are set to 1,000,000,000 BNC/vBNC to prevent operations during migration.
4. **Future Actions**: Minting and redemption functions will be enabled after the migration is complete.
5. **Purpose**: Ensures smooth transition and stability during the migration process.
6. **Protocol**: Uses Simple Ledger Protocol for managing vBNC configurations.
7. **Quantity Management**: Temporarily restricts large-scale minting and redemption to maintain balance.
8. **Completion**: Planned to reopen functions once migration tasks are finished.

Initialize vBNC on the Bifrost-polkadot side

### Bifrost Polkadot Runtime Summary

- **Runtime Size**: 2.257 MB, compressed to 76.83%
- **Metadata Version**: V14
- **Core Version**: bifrost_polkadot-15000
- **IPFS Link**: [IPFS](https://www.ipfs.io/ipfs/QmZ1pw7B2A2AWBoCK8eedrdZ8EnV6PXf1V9GUBsQxPYQw8)

### Changes

- Removed Docker update
- Bumped subwasm version
- Updated dependencies
- Fixed SLP vFIL transfer issue
- Upgraded to polkadot-v0.9.38
- Optimized code and fixed bugs
- Added support for new features like vASTR and OpenGov
- Upgraded to polkadot-v1.1.0
- Introduced new pallets and optimized existing ones

### New Contributors
- **joethechicken**
- **RustNinja**
- **arrudagates**
- **alistair-singh**

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### Snapshot-Based vBNC Migration Plan

- **Objective:** Migrate vBNC from Bifrost-Kusama to Bifrost-Polkadot due to lack of cross-chain support.
- **Method:** Use a snapshot-based migration process to ensure timely completion.
- **Timeline:** The entire process will take about 4-5 working days, starting on November 27.
- **Phases:**
  1. Initialize vBNC on Polkadot.
  2. Suspend services on Kusama.
  3. Snapshot and migrate assets.
  4. Distribute new assets and resume services on Polkadot.
  5. Clean up residual data on Kusama.
- **Community Actions:**
  - Check and record your vBNC holdings.
  - Unstake BNC from Kusama and transfer to Polkadot.
  - Pre-mint vBNC on Kusama to simplify the migration process.
- **Tutorial:** Available for pre-minting vBNC on Bifrost-Kusama.

Proposal: vBNC migration from Bifrost-kusama to Bifrost polkadot

### Subsquare
- Governance platform for Polkadot and its parachains.
- Provides real-time governance data visualization.
- Allows users to propose and vote on democracy/collective proposals.

### Reward-Share Program (RSP)
- Initiative by Bifrost to increase awareness and adoption of liquid staking assets (vTokens).
- Partners with influential platforms to boost staking activity.

### Cooperation Details
- Subsquare will apply for 50% of vToken reward commission.
- No additional development fees will be charged.
- Interfaces will redirect users to Bifrost's staking services on Subsquare.
- Interfaces will be available on Subsquare for Polkadot, Kusama, Bifrost, and Bifrost Kusama.

### Benefits
- Increases visibility and staking engagement for Bifrost.
- Provides more staking options and rewards for Polkadot users.

Subsquare and Bifrost Reward-Share Program (RSP) Partnership

- Bifrost is a key player in decentralized finance (DeFi), focusing on liquidity staking and cross-chain capabilities.
- Its governance framework allows the community to shape the project's future through platforms like Subsquare.
- Stakeholders can influence decisions with transparency, similar to how clear lenses provide sharp vision.
- Discussions on Subsquare help refine proposals, much like craftsmen fine-tune lenses.
- The process of governance is compared to the intricate craftsmanship of eyewear manufacturing.
- Each proposal undergoes careful shaping and refinement to meet community standards.
- Active participation on Subsquare helps the community craft the project's future with precision.
- This collective effort ensures Bifrost remains a leading force in DeFi with a clear and sharp path forward.

The Vision of Decentralized Governance in Bifrost: A Clear Lens for the Community

SubWallet is a wallet for the Polkadot and Kusama ecosystems that helps users track, send, receive, stake, contribute to crowdloans, and manage multi-chain assets with ease and security. It is available on mobile, web, and browser extension platforms. 

SubWallet offers a one-stop-shop staking solution for the entire Polkadot ecosystem, including native staking and liquid staking. 

SubWallet is the first wallet to integrate Bifrost's liquid staking products, vDOT and vManta, directly into its staking dashboard, extension, and mobile app. 

SubWallet and Bifrost have collaborated on marketing campaigns to promote earning and staking methods with DOT. 

SubWallet proposes a commission rate of 50% of Bifrost's protocol commission to support the development of new integrations and maintenance of current ones. 

SubWallet is willing to support the growth of Bifrost through targeted initiatives aimed at increasing user engagement during liquid staking campaigns, including visibility and promotion, content marketing, and dedicated user support.

SubWallet and Bifrost Liquid Staking Partnership

Subscan is a platform that provides real-time blockchain data and insights. 

Subscan will partner with Bifrost to increase staking activity and vToken adoption. 

Subscan will apply for 75% of the vToken reward commission under the Reward-Share Program (RSP). 

Subscan will feature "Stake" buttons across its platforms to drive traffic to Bifrost’s staking services. 

This partnership will initially run for a 3-month period.

Subscan x Bifrost Reward-Share Program (RSP) Partnership to Boost Staking Growth  

Bifrost Polkadot Runtime is a software program that has been updated to version 0.14.0. It has a large size of 2.361 MB and is compressed. The metadata version is V14 and the core version is bifrost_polkadot-14000. There have been several changes made to the software, including optimization of various pallets, removal of unnecessary methods, and updates to dependencies. The full list of changes can be found in the provided link to the changelog.

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Gull Network is an AI infrastructure on Manta that creates innovative AI-powered products. It is currently the #1 DEX on Manta Network in TVL. 

Gull Network and Bifrost are partnering to integrate Bifrost’s liquid staking of MANTA to mint vMANTA on the Gull Network. 

The portal of minting vMANTA will be integrated into multiple interfaces of Gull Network. 

Gull Network will set up an incentive program to reward any users who mint vMANTA through Gull Network. 

The proposed shared reward rate is 50% on Bifrost’s minting commission.

Gull Network Collaboration Request | vMANTA Minting Integration

- Bifrost is updating the way addresses are displayed on their platform.
- The new address format will be more universal and have stronger consensus.
- The update will not affect the chain or any services on it.
- Bifrost is responsible for updating their Dapp and Polkadot.js.
- Other external services like wallets and exchanges may also need to update their systems.

Proposal: Adjust Bifrost address to Consensus-Based Address Formats

Zee Prime Labs is a company that runs blockchain nodes for data access and staking/validator nodes of multiple projects. They want to join the Validator Boost List of vDOT with one node. The commission of the validator is 3%. They aim to mainly run a validator node and not participate in token farming or LP. They are the biggest provider of liquidity on Interlay using solely vDOT as their collateral. They have a blog and Twitter account with 13.4k followers and will write a blog post on vDOT's importance and share it on Twitter.