Proposal: [RFC] Uniswap Unleashed
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After reviewing the Uniswap Foundation’s proposal and the feedback from other delegates, I am voting AGAINST the proposal.
Value Proposition:
The Uniswap Foundation (UF) is requesting $62.65M to fund its operations and initiatives for 2025-2026, with $29.5M allocated for grants and $21.4M for operational costs. This budget is intended to support Uniswap’s ecosystem growth, including incentives for Unichain and grants for v4 hooks.
Main Concerns:
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Lack of Alignment and Coordination
- There is a noticeable misalignment among key stakeholders—the Uniswap Foundation (UF), Uniswap Labs, and the DAO.
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Unclear Hook Benefits for UNI Tokenholders
- The proposal does not adequately explain how grants, especially those for v4 hooks, will directly benefit UNI tokenholders.
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No Concrete Roadmap for Revenue Generation
- There is no timeline or actionable plan for implementing the fee switch or alternative revenue mechanisms, both of which are critical for the DAO’s financial sustainability.
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Need for Improved Oversight and Accountability
- The proposal lacks robust transparency and accountability mechanisms. A closer feedback loop with the DAO or external supervision could mitigate potential misalignments, but these are not sufficiently addressed.