Catalyst After Town Hall

We’re excited to share highlights from our recent Cardano Catalyst After Town Hall (ATH) session held on October 9, 2024. With 68 participants joining us, this week’s session featured engaging discussions and presentations, each contributing to the ongoing growth and innovation within the Cardano ecosystem.

Highlights from the Breakout Rooms:

Alternative Catalyst Voting Schemes:

Hosted by Catalyst, IOG Research, and Photrek, this session focused on presenting the milestone 3 analyses of the selected alternative voting schemes. The discussion highlighted new cryptographic protocols being considered, aimed at enhancing the security, efficiency, and privacy of the voting process within Project Catalyst. Participants had the chance to delve into the technical aspects and explore how these innovations could shape future Catalyst rounds.

Fund 13 x Cardano Foundation:

Alex Maaza led a session centered on the Cardano Foundation’s involvement in Fund 13, building upon the insights gained from Fund 12. This session focused on strategies for driving enterprise adoption and fostering deeper engagement within the ecosystem. Attendees learned about the Foundation’s plans for creating impactful change and discovered opportunities for community members to get involved and contribute to the ongoing development of Cardano.

PeakChain: Blockchain & AI Mobility Platform:

Hichem BenRejeb presented PeakChain’s Fund 13 proposals, focusing on how their blockchain and AI-powered platform aims to transform mobility. The session covered innovative solutions for carsharing, fleet management, and sustainable transportation, showcasing how PeakChain’s proposals align with the broader vision of a decentralized and efficient future. Attendees were invited to explore the potential impact of these projects and discuss their relevance to the Cardano ecosystem.

Looking Ahead:

Join us for our upcoming ATH sessions, where your insights and contributions will continue to shape the future of Cardano and Project Catalyst. If you’re interested in hosting your own breakout room, simply fill out this form before Tuesday, 17:00 UTC, and join us on Wednesday for the ATH at 18:00 UTC.

Warm regards,

Seomon & the ATH-Team

Hello, Cardano Community,

We’re excited to share highlights from our recent Cardano Catalyst After Town Hall (ATH) session held on October 16, 2024. With 31 participants joining, this week’s session provided an in-depth look at decentralized organizational models and the strategies for driving adoption in enterprise settings.

Highlight from the Breakout Room:

9 Phases of DAOification:

Logan Panchot hosted a breakout room on the “9 Phases of DAOification,” exploring Clarity’s DAO playbook and its role in fostering enterprise adoption.

Looking Ahead:

Join us for our upcoming ATH sessions, where your insights and contributions will continue to shape the future of Cardano and Project Catalyst. If you’re interested in hosting your own breakout room, simply fill out this form before Tuesday, 17:00 UTC, and join us on Wednesday for the ATH at 18:00 UTC.

Warm regards,

Seomon & the ATH-Team

Hello, Cardano Community,

We’re pleased to share highlights from our recent Cardano Catalyst After Town Hall (ATH) session held on October 23, 2024. With 35 participants, this week’s gathering featured exciting discussions on sustainable mobility and navigation within Catalyst applications, offering fresh insights and collaborative opportunities.

Highlights from the Breakout Rooms:

Peakchain AI & Blockchain-powered Mobility Solutions:

Hichem Benrejeb led a session on “Peakchain AI & Blockchain-powered Mobility Solutions,” where participants explored innovative strategies in sustainable transportation. The discussion covered Peakchain’s proposals on how AI and blockchain can transform mobility by enhancing user experience and promoting eco-friendly solutions.

Catalyst Voices MVE1: Spaces & Navigation:

Michael McNulty and Niels Kijf from the Catalyst team hosted a session on Catalyst Voices, focusing on the application’s structure and navigation. They provided an overview of the basic layout and navigation experience within the app, offering a preview of the functionalities that will shape the Catalyst Voices experience. This session was a great opportunity for the community to give feedback and learn how to navigate this new tool designed to enhance community collaboration and engagement.

Looking Ahead:

Join us for our upcoming ATH sessions, where your insights and contributions will continue to shape the future of Cardano and Project Catalyst. If you’re interested in hosting your own breakout room, simply fill out this form before Tuesday, 17:00 UTC, and join us on Wednesday for the ATH at 18:00 UTC.

Warm regards,

Seomon & the ATH-Team

Hello, Cardano Community,

We’re excited to share highlights from our recent Cardano Catalyst After Town Hall (ATH) session held on October 30, 2024. With 42 participants in attendance, this week’s session featured thought-provoking discussions on dispute resolution, DAO adoption, and the future of collaboration within Cardano.

Highlights from the Breakout Rooms:

Dispute Resolution for Cardano:

Facilitated by Nemo and Martin, this session tackled the topic of dispute resolution in Cardano, focusing on why forking is no longer considered a viable option. The room explored the potential dangers of forking as a dispute resolution mechanism and discussed alternative solutions to manage conflicts within the Cardano ecosystem.

Clarity Chat: Bringing People from Outside Web3 into Web3 with DAOs:

Logan hosted an engaging session on DAO use cases in traditional industries, discussing Clarity’s efforts to bring people from outside the Web3 space into decentralized ecosystems. This open conversation welcomed ideas from participants on how DAOs can bridge the gap between traditional industries and the Web3 world.

What is the Highest Potential for Human Collaboration?

Ken Stanton facilitated a forward-thinking session that questioned whether proposals and voting represent the pinnacle of collaborative potential within Cardano. Reflecting on the recent updates from the Catalyst Voices team, Ken invited participants to consider alternative frameworks for community collaboration and experimentation.

Looking Ahead:

Join us for our upcoming ATH sessions, where your insights and contributions will continue to shape the future of Cardano and Project Catalyst. If you’re interested in hosting your own breakout room, simply fill out this form before Tuesday, 17:00 UTC, and join us on Wednesday for the ATH at 18:00 UTC.

Warm regards,

Seomon & the ATH-Team