# \#announcement **URL:** https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/tag/announcement/1.md [Latest](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/latest.md) · [Categories](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/categories.md) · [Tags](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/tags.md) --- ## [Shutter DAO 0x36 Impact Pilot Program Round 1: Grant Guide & Application Template](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutter-dao-0x36-impact-pilot-program-round-1-grant-guide-application-template/951)
**Author:** [@Rika\_AxiaNetwork](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/Rika_AxiaNetwork)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 3:08pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutter-dao-0x36-impact-pilot-program-round-1-grant-guide-application-template/951 "2026-09-22T15:08:54Z")
Shutter DAO 0x36 Impact Pilot Round 1: Grant Guide & Application Template Purpose Read through each Round 1 objective and then use the template below to propose a proactive grant under Shutter’s Impact Pilot. The pilot rewards demonstrated value to Shutter—not titles, affiliation, time spent, or ideas alone. Before ap… --- ## [Shutter DAO 0x36 Deploys $1.2M to Fund Ecosystem Growth](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutter-dao-0x36-deploys-1-2m-to-fund-ecosystem-growth/805)
**Author:** [@AnthonyCaravello](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/AnthonyCaravello)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2026, 5:09pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutter-dao-0x36-deploys-1-2m-to-fund-ecosystem-growth/805 "2026-03-19T17:09:09Z")
The Shutter DAO 0x36 has deployed $1.2M USDC from its treasury into Octant vaults to fund ecosystem growth. The deployment was approved through an onchain vote by Shutter DAO 0x36. The capital is allocated into an Octant v2 ERC-4626 vault, using Morpho’s Steakhouse USDC strategy. The yield generated will go toward… --- ## [Permanent Shielded Voting is Coming to Snapshot](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/permanent-shielded-voting-is-coming-to-snapshot/761)
**Author:** [@AnthonyCaravello](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/AnthonyCaravello)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2025, 10:45pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/permanent-shielded-voting-is-coming-to-snapshot/761 "2025-10-21T22:45:31Z")
We’re excited to announce that Shutter and Snapshot are partnering to bring Permanent Shielded Voting to all DAOs using Snapshot. This new system will use a form of linear threshold-homomorphic encryption (specifically El-Gamal) in combination with zero-knowledge proofs, ensuring that every individual vote remains … --- ## [Erigon Now Supports Shutter’s Encrypted Mempool on Gnosis Chain](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/erigon-now-supports-shutter-s-encrypted-mempool-on-gnosis-chain/752)
**Author:** [@AnthonyCaravello](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/AnthonyCaravello)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2025, 6:14am UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/erigon-now-supports-shutter-s-encrypted-mempool-on-gnosis-chain/752 "2025-09-19T06:14:41Z")
We’re excited to share some big news: Erigon’s 3.1.0 Pebble Paw release now officially supports Shutter’s encrypted mempool on the Gnosis Chain in addition to the Nethermind client. Erigon is a high-performance Ethereum execution client, and this update makes it easier than ever for validators to participate in Shu… --- ## [Keyper Compensation Program Tracking](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/keyper-compensation-program-tracking/747)
**Author:** [@Loring-Brainbot](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/Loring-Brainbot)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2025, 9:42am UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/keyper-compensation-program-tracking/747 "2025-09-03T09:42:32Z")
Background Last week, a proposal to create a Keyper Compensation Program was unanimously passed by Shutter DAO 0x36. See the Forum post and Snapshot vote. Tracking Sheet In order to implement the Keyper Compensation Program, brainbot has created a Keyper tracking sheet. Performance If a Keyper has 90% uptime and an o… --- ## [The Ethereum Time Capsule: Preserving the Past, Protecting the Future](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/the-ethereum-time-capsule-preserving-the-past-protecting-the-future/729)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2025, 6:05am UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/the-ethereum-time-capsule-preserving-the-past-protecting-the-future/729 "2025-06-30T06:05:18Z")
It’s time to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Ethereum! Shutter, EthCC & Protocol Guild invite the entire Ethereum ecosystem to leave a permanent mark on-chain with the Ethereum Time Capsule. Preserve the Past, Protect the Future. The Ethereum Time Capsule is live NOW! Launching today at EthCC, the Time Capsule wi… --- ## [Unveiling The Road Towards a Distributed Encrypted Mempool on Ethereum](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/unveiling-the-road-towards-a-distributed-encrypted-mempool-on-ethereum/622)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2025, 2:19pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/unveiling-the-road-towards-a-distributed-encrypted-mempool-on-ethereum/622 "2025-02-11T14:19:52Z")
Unveiling The Road Towards a Distributed Encrypted Mempool on Ethereum Ethereum’s transaction supply chain is broken. Today, we’re publishing a new implementation roadmap. The Road Towards a Distributed Encrypted Mempool On Ethereum. This could change Ethereum forever. This is a result of collaboration between Shut… --- ## [Unlocking Transparency: Introducing the Shutter Explorer](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/unlocking-transparency-introducing-the-shutter-explorer/507)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2024, 12:28pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/unlocking-transparency-introducing-the-shutter-explorer/507 "2024-10-10T12:28:18Z")
Unlocking Transparency: Introducing the Shutter Explorer We are excited to introduce the Shutter Explorer, a public interface created to provide insights into the Shutter protocol’s operations. This new tool enables users, validators, and developers to access essential data, such as validator activity, transaction l… --- ## [ShutterDAO Season Schedule](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutterdao-season-schedule/522)
**Author:** [@jengajojo](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/jengajojo)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2024, 5:16am UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutterdao-season-schedule/522 "2024-10-31T05:16:33Z")
Summary Here is the calendar timeline of seasons till the end of 2025 for the DAO to follow. It should be noted that since this is a social change it is difficult to enforce 100%. We recommend having a governance facilitator who can steward these governance structures in the DAO. Calendar Public Governance Calendar: … --- ## [Introducing the Shutter Retro Rewards Program](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/introducing-the-shutter-retro-rewards-program/475)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2024, 1:07pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/introducing-the-shutter-retro-rewards-program/475 "2024-08-15T13:07:13Z")
We are thrilled to announce the Shutter Network Retro Rewards Program. This new initiative rewards our community members for creating impactful content about Shutter. This program is designed to inspire creativity and active participation and rewards those who contribute the most value. How to Participate Join th… --- ## [The Shutter Network Galxe campaigns to #TakeBackCrypto are live!](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/the-shutter-network-galxe-campaigns-to-takebackcrypto-are-live/473)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2024, 11:42am UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/the-shutter-network-galxe-campaigns-to-takebackcrypto-are-live/473 "2024-08-07T11:42:25Z")
The Shutter Network Galxe campaigns to #TakeBackCrypto are live! Complete the quests, mint your NFT, and begin the journey with Shutter Network. Rewards Commemorative Defender NFT Win $100 in lucky draw Let’s dive in Unless you’ve been living under a rock, it’s quite obvious: crypto is under threat! Sandwich… --- ## [Summary & Analysis - Survey of Gnosis Chain Users](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/summary-analysis-survey-of-gnosis-chain-users/454)
**Author:** [@Loring-Brainbot](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/Loring-Brainbot)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2024, 7:30am UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/summary-analysis-survey-of-gnosis-chain-users/454 "2024-07-04T07:30:21Z")
Overview Shutter Network has completed its survey of Gnosis Chain users’ perceptions and experiences of malicious MEV. :shield::crossed\_swords::owl: See: Survey for Gnosis Chain users A huge thanks to everyone that took part in the survey! We received twenty-two responses. We had hoped for more, but surveying pseudo… --- ## [EthCC\[7\] - Shutter talks, events & activations](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/ethcc-7-shutter-talks-events-activations/451)
**Author:** [@Loring-Brainbot](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/Loring-Brainbot)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2024, 9:16am UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/ethcc-7-shutter-talks-events-activations/451 "2024-07-01T09:16:58Z")
EthCC\[7\] in Brussels is just a week away. Here are all the Shutter related talks, events and activations. Add them to your calendar and share them with your friends and colleagues! :point\_down::point\_down::point\_down: EthCC Bingo July 6 - 14: EthCC Bingo · Luma Sandwich Attack! July 8 (2-3pm) : Sandwich Attack! … --- ## [Shutterized Gnosis Chain Debuts in July!](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutterized-gnosis-chain-debuts-in-july/444)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2024, 10:57am UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutterized-gnosis-chain-debuts-in-july/444 "2024-06-20T10:57:22Z")
Shutterized Gnosis Chain Debuts in July! We’re excited to announce that the Shutter protocol will soon be available on Gnosis Chain mainnet, enhancing blockchain security and fairness. This integration will revolutionize transaction security and advance decentralized finance (DeFi). The Shutterized Gnosis Chain wil… --- ## [The First Shutterized Testnet Is Now Live on Chiado!](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/the-first-shutterized-testnet-is-now-live-on-chiado/415)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2024, 4:25pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/the-first-shutterized-testnet-is-now-live-on-chiado/415 "2024-05-23T16:25:20Z")
The First Shutterized Testnet Is Now Live on Chiado! We are excited to announce that the Shutterized Chiado testnet is now live! This is a significant milestone as it represents the first live implementation of the Shutter protocol on a full testnet. This integration is a substantial step forward in enhancing the Gnosi… --- ## [Shutter Discord Now Open](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutter-discord-now-open/333)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2024, 3:34pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutter-discord-now-open/333 "2024-03-21T15:34:56Z")
:tada: Exciting News for the Shutter Community! :tada: Hello, Shutter family! We’re excited to announce that we’re moving to Discord, which will upgrade our community’s online experience. :rocket: What’s Happening? The vibrant Shutter community on Telegram has been the hub of our chats. However, we have decided to sta… --- ## [Shutter Economics](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutter-economics/286)
**Author:** [@0xjakub](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/0xjakub)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2024, 2:28pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutter-economics/286 "2024-02-19T14:28:08Z")
New blog post exploring the economic model behind Shutter! This post is structured to separately discuss overall economics/value capture, core revenue model and revenue streams, tokenomics and token distribution. Read the full post at Shutter’s Blog: --- ## [Shutter DAO 0x36 Deploys Liquidity Bootstrapping Pool on Fjord Foundry](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutter-dao-0x36-deploys-liquidity-bootstrapping-pool-on-fjord-foundry/284)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2024, 2:35pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutter-dao-0x36-deploys-liquidity-bootstrapping-pool-on-fjord-foundry/284 "2024-02-16T14:35:52Z")
Shutter DAO 0x36 is launching a Liquidity Bootstrapping Pool (LBP) on Wednesday, February 21st, 2024 at 12:00 (noon) UTC. A proposal to create and fund the Liquidity Bootstrapping Pool (LBP) on Fjord Foundry was approved and executed on-chain by Shutter DAO 0x36. Read the full post at Shutter Blog --- ## [Shutterized Mode Testnet - A Significant Step Towards a Fully MEV-Aware Mode](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutterized-mode-testnet-a-significant-step-towards-a-fully-mev-aware-mode/271)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2024, 5:10pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutterized-mode-testnet-a-significant-step-towards-a-fully-mev-aware-mode/271 "2024-02-09T17:10:05Z")
Mode and Shutter are thrilled to announce the launch of a Shutterized Mode testnet within the next three weeks! This means a significant step towards a fully MEV-aware Mode and a safer, more censorship-resistant, front-running protected, and base layer neutral Mode. We also see the encrypted mempool as a critical piec… --- ## [Shutterized OP Stack Testnet Announcement and Roadmap](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutterized-op-stack-testnet-announcement-and-roadmap/210)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2024, 3:32am UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutterized-op-stack-testnet-announcement-and-roadmap/210 "2024-01-27T03:32:01Z")
We’re thrilled to unveil the latest milestone in our journey towards building an encrypted, shutterized mempool for the OP Stack, marking a significant leap towards a more secure, front-running and censorship resistant Optimism ecosystem. More specifically, we’re working towards a release of a testnet of a Shutterized… --- ## [A Proposed Blueprint for Launching a Shutter DAO](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/a-proposed-blueprint-for-launching-a-shutter-dao/174)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2024, 9:35am UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/a-proposed-blueprint-for-launching-a-shutter-dao/174 "2024-01-26T09:35:35Z")
This blog post presents a comprehensive blueprint and guide for initiating a DAO for the Shutter Network. It provides detailed instructions and code, which you can either customize or use as is to launch a Shutter DAO. Here, we outline a blueprint and a guide for launching a DAO-powered implementation of Shutter Netwo… --- ## [Shutter DAO 0x36 Deployed](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutter-dao-0x36-deployed/185)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2024, 4:41pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutter-dao-0x36-deployed/185 "2024-01-19T16:41:26Z")
Shutter DAO 0x36 Deployed We have observed that a Shutter DAO has been deployed after publishing a proposed blueprint. Earlier, we outlined a blueprint and a guide for launching a DAO-powered implementation of Shutter Network. The template provided guidelines across various critical aspects, including creating a to… --- ## [Shutter Network Genesis Launch Program](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutter-network-genesis-launch-program/152)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2023, 7:23pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/shutter-network-genesis-launch-program/152 "2023-12-14T19:23:34Z")
Shutter Network Genesis Launch Program We are excited to unveil the Shutter Network Genesis Launch Program, a key initiative to honor and support the vibrant community behind Shutter. This program is designed to recognize the exceptional contributions that propel Shutter’s growth and innovation in the blockchain space,… --- ## [\[Vote\] Second Keyper Selection Process](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/vote-second-keyper-selection-process/129)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2023, 1:48pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/vote-second-keyper-selection-process/129 "2023-12-08T13:48:24Z")
Second Keyper Selection Process Key information regarding the vote Voting is live, and the voting period will last seven days. Voting ends on Friday, the 8th of December, at around 10:00 AM CET. This vote uses Approval Voting, and members can vote per proposal to either approve the proposal or not. When voting, select… --- ## [Second Keyper set vote coming and proposals for it closing](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/second-keyper-set-vote-coming-and-proposals-for-it-closing/118)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2023, 1:44pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/second-keyper-set-vote-coming-and-proposals-for-it-closing/118 "2023-11-29T13:44:01Z")
Second Keyper set vote coming and proposals for it closing Keypers are crucial to the Shutter Network’s operations, responsible for generating encryption and decryption keys to secure network transactions. This vital role supports a system that prevents ‘malicious MEV’ and promotes fairness in DeFi, playing a signif… --- ## [Decision template for Encrypted Mempool Integration in OP Stack](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/decision-template-for-encrypted-mempool-integration-in-op-stack/113)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2023, 4:15pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/decision-template-for-encrypted-mempool-integration-in-op-stack/113 "2023-11-17T16:15:33Z")
Decision template for Encrypted Mempool Integration in OP Stack The integration of a Shutterized, threshold encrypted mempool into the OP Stack ecosystem represents a significant step towards enhancing its security and efficiency. This technology aims to mitigate prevalent issues such as front-running and censorship, p… --- ## [The Viability of Integrating an Encrypted Mempool as Proposed by Shutter Into the OP Stack](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/the-viability-of-integrating-an-encrypted-mempool-as-proposed-by-shutter-into-the-op-stack/112)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2023, 5:33pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/the-viability-of-integrating-an-encrypted-mempool-as-proposed-by-shutter-into-the-op-stack/112 "2023-11-16T17:33:31Z")
The Viability of Integrating an Encrypted Mempool as Proposed by Shutter Into the OP Stack This post delves into the financial setbacks users endure due to MEV on Ethereum. Leveraging this data, we’ve extrapolated that around 20,000 transactions per week on Optimism could potentially reap the benefits of encryption. Su… --- ## [First Keyper set is online](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/first-keyper-set-is-online/103)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2023, 12:48pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/first-keyper-set-is-online/103 "2023-10-12T12:48:09Z")
After the First Keyper Selection Process by the Shutter protoDAO members, 13 Keypers were selected for the first Keyper set. Most of these nodes are now online, and operations are running smoothly. More than the threshold are participating, and in the future, the Keypers will begin to secure the shielded votes on Snap… --- ## [Progress on building an encrypted mempool for the OPstack: Finalized architecture and requirements](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/progress-on-building-an-encrypted-mempool-for-the-opstack-finalized-architecture-and-requirements/71)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2023, 9:33am UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/progress-on-building-an-encrypted-mempool-for-the-opstack-finalized-architecture-and-requirements/71 "2023-08-23T09:33:50Z")
A shielded mempool using threshold encryption for the modular OP Stack is on the horizon! We’re happy to let you know that we’ve completed the first two deliverables of our OP Grant! Read more in the blog --- ## [\[Vote\] First Keyper Selection Process](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/vote-first-keyper-selection-process/66)
**Author:** [@tatu](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/u/tatu)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2023, 3:57pm UTC](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/t/vote-first-keyper-selection-process/66 "2023-08-18T15:57:53Z")
First Keyper Selection Process Key information regarding the vote Voting is live, and the voting period will last seven days. Voting ends on Friday, the 18th of August, at around 17:00 CET. This vote uses Approval Voting, and members can vote per proposal to either approve the proposal or not. When you are voting, si… [Next page](https://shutternetwork.discourse.group/tag/announcement/1.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=announcement)