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This proposal is to vote on granting StakeCraft a grant of 29578,7272 ASTR for providing snapshot services in Q3 and Q4 2024.
Discussion:
<a href="https://forum.astar.network/t/proposal-grant-astr-from-astar-treasury-to-stakecraft-for-providing-snapshot-service-for-astar-and-shiden-for-q3-q4-2024/7083/1">https://forum.astar.network/t/proposal-grant-astr-from-astar-treasury-to-stakecraft-for-providing-snapshot-service-for-astar-and-shiden-for-q3-q4-2024/7083/1</a>
TLDR:
StakeCraft has been officially providing snapshots for Astar &amp; Shiden since Q4 2022 and continues to do so to this day, assisting collators in bringing their nodes online as quickly as possible to minimize downtime.
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Proponent Address: Wj14Wp8CD8D8K58hpxbuFSTmXyFeBvjfAoJqbHjrHRsm1pN
Requested Amount: 330$/month (&plusmn;29578,7272 tokens at the average price for the last 7 days 0,06694$/astr according to Coingecko) to cover the server cost and its support.
Date: 08.07.2024
Short Description:
The snapshot service is intended for collator nodes, namely, it helps to bring the node back online in a very short time, because pruning 1000 is set.
At @bLd759 request, starting from June 1, 2023, the snapshots were switched to archive.
There is also a link to our GitHub 2where you can find all the information related to the Astar &amp; Shiden Snapshot service 2 and on our Website 2
Moreover, we&rsquo;re excited to share our innovative service, All4Nodes.io 1 where you can also find these snapshots. Serving as the ultimate hub for node operators and blockchain enthusiasts, All4Nodes.io 1 offers a comprehensive suite of resources to streamline your blockchain journey. From snapshots and endpoints to explorers and comprehensive guides, All4Nodes.io 1 equips you with everything you need to navigate the blockchain landscape easily. Unlock the full potential of blockchain technology with All4Nodes Aggregator Service developed by StakeCraft.
Background Hi everyone,
STAKECRAFT supported Astar since it was called Plasm Network and was chosen as one of Astar&rsquo;s first collators at the beginning of 2022. We are confident in the future of Astar and Shiden.
Proposal We want to request $1980 for Q3 &amp; Q4 2024 (330$/month) in ASTR from the Astar treasury as a reward for providing our Snapshot service. We ask this amount to cover expenses on the server and its support.
Statistics of usage Our snapshot downloading statistics for Astar and Shiden showed that the snapshots were used for the period from June 1st to December 31st:
approx. 35 times per month for Astar; approx. 12 times per month for Shiden. Responsibilities We are committed to keeping the service running and updating it regularly.
The address of the fund recipient: Wj14Wp8CD8D8K58hpxbuFSTmXyFeBvjfAoJqbHjrHRsm1pN There is no cancellation period from our side for running the snapshot service Snapshots are updated on a daily basis The options to contact the manager of the funds: You can reach us at:
Email: <a href="mailto:support@stakecraft.com">support@stakecraft.com</a>
Telegram: @urb4n_thr34t
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- **Problem Statement:** StakeCraft is requesting a grant of 29578,7272 ASTR from the Astar treasury to cover server costs for providing snapshot services for Astar and Shiden in Q3 and Q4 2024.
- **Significance:** StakeCraft's snapshot service helps collator nodes come back online quickly, reducing downtime, with usage statistics showing snapshots are used approximately 35 times per month for Astar and 12 times per month for Shiden.
- **Proposed Solution:** StakeCraft aims to continue providing snapshot services for Astar and Shiden, ensuring regular updates and maintenance to support collators effectively.
- **Expected Outcomes:** By granting the requested amount, StakeCraft will maintain and enhance the snapshot service, supporting the Astar and Shiden networks efficiently.