Proposal: Join Google Cloud Partner Program for K9 Finance DAO

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Proposal: Join Google Cloud Partner Program for K9 Finance DAO

(1) Introduction and Objective

K9 Finance DAO has strategically established its validator and product infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Compute, utilizing BigQuery for comprehensive dashboard and Dune analytics. We are now considering applying for the Scale tier of the Google for Startups Cloud Program, specifically tailored for Web3 projects.

This proposal seeks community approval for the management council to continue pursuing this direction, aiming to enhance our technological capabilities and strengthen our position within the Web3 ecosystem.

(2) Benefits to K9 Finance Community

Participating in the Google for Startups Cloud Program (Scale Tier) offers several advantages:

  • Financial Support: Access up to $200,000 USD over two years in Google Cloud credits, covering 100% of Google Cloud and Firebase usage up to $100,000 in the first year, and 20% up to an additional $100,000 in the second year. Google Cloud

  • Technical Resources: Gain early access to Google Cloud Web3 products and the opportunity to provide input on their roadmap, ensuring our infrastructure remains at the forefront of technological advancements.

  • Community Engagement: Join an invite-only Discord channel with Google Cloud Web3 product and engineering teams, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing with industry experts and peers.

  • Event Participation: Receive VIP access to global Web3 conferences such as Paris Blockchain Week, Consensus, and TOKEN2049 Singapore, enhancing our visibility and networking opportunities within the Web3 community.

  • Partnership Opportunities: Engage with foundation partners like Polygon, Aptos, Celo, Flow, HBAR Foundation, Near, and Solana Foundation, potentially unlocking exclusive grants and benefits to support our growth.

(3) Proposal Details

(a) WHAT

The management council proposes to apply for the Scale tier of the Google for Startups Cloud Program, aiming to:

  • Secure substantial Google Cloud credits to support and expand our infrastructure.

  • Integrate K9 Finance DAO’s BigQuery data as the official Shibarium dataset on Google’s platform, enhancing our data accessibility and credibility. This dataset will be open-sourced and provided through Google’s official Web3 portal to ensure there is reliable public access to all of the historical Shibarium blockchain data and current Shibarium data moving forward.

  • Participation in the Scale tier will also give the DAO access to strategic resources such as Nansen credits, analytics tools, and ecosystem funds like Polygon Ventures and Base, which align well with our infrastructure and growth goals.

(b) WHO

Stakeholders impacted by this proposal include:

  • K9 Finance DAO Community: All members will benefit from improved infrastructure, increased visibility, and enhanced resources.

  • Management Council: Responsible for overseeing the application process and subsequent integration of resources.

  • Development Team: Will utilize the technical resources and credits to advance our products and services.

(c) WHERE

This initiative will be implemented across our existing and future infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform, with a focus on integrating our BigQuery data into Google’s official datasets.

(d) WHEN

Upon community approval, the management council will initiate the application process immediately, with the goal of securing acceptance into the program within the next quarter.

(e) HOW

The application process involves:

  • Preparing and submitting the necessary documentation to Google Cloud, demonstrating our alignment with the program’s criteria.

  • Collaborating with Google Cloud representatives to integrate our BigQuery data as the official Shibarium dataset.

  • Leveraging the program’s resources and partnerships to enhance our infrastructure and community engagement.

(4) Impact Assessment

Short-Term Impact:

  • Access to significant cloud credits will reduce operational costs and allow for additional infrastructure to support R&D and building new DAO tooling.

  • Early access to Web3 products and participation in exclusive events will position K9 Finance DAO at the forefront of industry developments.

Long-Term Impact:

  • Integration of our BigQuery data as the official Shibarium dataset will establish K9 Finance DAO as a credible data source within the ecosystem.

  • Partnerships with leading Web3 foundations and participation in global conferences will enhance our reputation and open avenues for collaboration.

Risks and Uncertainties:

  • The application process is competitive; however, our existing infrastructure on GCP and alignment with Web3 initiatives strengthen our candidacy.

  • Work required to update the corporate structuring of the DAO with the legal team to qualify for the acceptance to the program.

Metrics for Success:

Successful acceptance into the Google for Startups Cloud Program (Scale Tier).

Integration of our BigQuery data as the official Shibarium dataset on Google’s platform.

Active participation in Web3 events and partnerships resulting from the program.

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Love it. Well deserved credit for all the development work the DAO has put into building tooling!

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Um, yes please!

This could be huge for K9 and the DAO with credits, grants, networking, etc. While Google products and initiatives tend to die a few years in, Google Cloud is massive and a very important sector of their company.

Let’s get K9’s name out in front of all the big fish!

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I 100% support this proposal!

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yess

yeeeah!

yeeeasssh!

gogo make K9 shine, fully support this! <3

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Very well explained thank you.

This looks to be a major benefit to the Knine DAO and I fell it would only benefit Knine to pass this proposal.

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I want to see this happen. Love it

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I support this initiative

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This is totally kick ass! Yes please! I support this proposal!

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Yes, yes and… yes! :star_struck:

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Is google cloud the only option available to grow the data system for K9Finance? Their company has been labeled a Monopoly by a Judge in the USA. I fear that we may be going all in with a company that is providing such services before any other competitors make it to the field.

I propose we wait at least 3 months on this advance to see if there are any other players that may enter the field that could potentially lower the costs of the data set while maintaining security.

Over the last decade we have seen many companies become the targets of the underworld, with data breaches happening right before their eyes.

While I do believe in Google’s OSINT (Open source intelligence) research and CSO’s (Chief Security Officers) running the backbone with the SE’s (Security Engineers) for the software development team I do believe we are putting too much trust into American companies. I believe we should see if a competitor will rise up in the coming months that may be from the Ukraine, which would help bolster the operational security against Russian state hackers instead of waiting for Google’s team to play catch up, and would help the overall acceptance and view of K9Finance due to its inclusivity instead of exclusivity.

Basically I am asking for K9Finance to stop putting all of their eggs into the basket of the USA. We have too many things being tied down by American companies and or financial cogs. I believe K9 Finance should be a pioneer in being able to bring together different countries and strategies to bolster the security and functionality of the token in whole.

One thing I can agree with is the exclusion of Chinese companies at the moment. I trust Japanese and Korean firms more than Chinese.

Trumps win laid out the groundwork for Bitcoin to be accepted instead of heavily regulated, which is great for all coins, although the government putting google under a microscope at the moment just seems like it may open up competition in the long run and we may have the shortest stick available to us.

My second question is in the evolution of Google’s service we are going into. What have they laid out in the pipeline for the future of Web3 D/Apps? Is there a rabbit hole or not?

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I love how this is broken down for dummies like me…makes perfect sense to pursue this to help increase the reach of K9.

Love how theirs always new tec and partnerships coming. Keep up the good work and i support this proposal.

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This proposal was discussed in the 11/11/24 Roundtable of Dogs meeting.

Summary here Meeting Summary for Roundtable of Dogs Meeting #8 11/11/24

This proposal has now moved to an on-chain vote Snapshot

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let’s fuckin go! :fire:
It’s proposals like this that make K9 shine!
I just noticed it’s now on-chain vote. nice!

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Hello, We’re in a growth phase, this proposal will help K9 reach the masses. Once we’re there I’m sure K9 will be able to do a lot of the things you mentioned, it just takes time - we have to crawl before we walk. Definitely appreciated reading your passionate message.

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