Subscan is an essential block explorer and analytics tool for the Kusama network, providing valuable insights to the Kusama community. However, maintaining and operating Subscan requires a significant investment of resources, including server infrastructure, security, and personnel costs. Therefore, we propose reimbursing the operation and maintenance fees for Subscan for the period from April to June 2024 from the Kusama treasury to ensure its continuous operation and maintenance.

**View the detailed proposal here:**

**https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wEkLKR_TVTJ-WK1JttkO17TeHEzwdkXhaW3duMeOWY0/edit?usp=sharing**


Subscan is an essential block explorer and analytics tool for the Kusama network, providing valuable insights to the Kusama community. However, maintaining and operating Subscan requires a significant investment of resources, including server infrastructure, security, and personnel costs. Therefore, we propose reimbursing the operation and maintenance fees for Subscan for the period from April to June 2024 from the Kusama treasury to ensure its continuous operation and maintenance.

**View the detailed proposal here:**

**https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Q1OGRsLj9slrpWP-YpZVfvx03N1O_uhHwoZvRBWklaE/edit#heading=h.wh3ysmhttki**


Subscan | Infrastructure Costs of Subscan for Kusama & Statemine Networks (from April to June 2024)

Subscan is an essential block explorer and analytics tool for the Kusama network, providing valuable insights to the Kusama community. However, maintaining and operating Subscan requires a significant investment of resources, including server infrastructure, security, and personnel costs. Therefore, we propose reimbursing the operation and maintenance fees for Subscan for the period from April to June 2024 from the Kusama treasury to ensure its continuous operation and maintenance.

View the detailed proposal here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Q1OGRsLj9slrpWP-YpZVfvx03N1O_uhHwoZvRBWklaE/edit#heading=h.wh3ysmhttki


Subscan is an essential block explorer and analytics tool for the Kusama network, providing valuable insights to the Kusama community. However, maintaining and operating Subscan requires a significant investment of resources, including server infrastructure, security, and personnel costs. Therefore, we propose reimbursing the operation and maintenance fees for Subscan for the period from April to June 2024 from the Kusama treasury to ensure its continuous operation and maintenance.

**Total**

We believe that this reimbursement proposal will help ensure the continuous operation and maintenance of Subscan, contributing to the growth and development of the Kusama network. We are applying for a total of $56,144.12 USD from the Kusama Treasury, which includes $41,230.47 USD for reimbursement from April to June and a $14,913.65 USD advance payment to be deducted from the reimbursement for July to September. 


**Exchange rate**

The final KSM amount will be calculated based on EMA7 at the time of official submission.

https://kusama.subscan.io/tools/price_converter？value=56144.12&type=block&from=USD&to=KSM&time=24378073

2024-08-07 10:00:12 (+UTC), Block #24378005

KSM EMA7 Price ( USD ): 17.886421;

Number of KSM: 3138.924215


**View the detailed proposal here:**

**https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wEkLKR_TVTJ-WK1JttkO17TeHEzwdkXhaW3duMeOWY0/edit?usp=sharing**

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🙏Thanks to the community's careful review and feedback, this proposal has been corrected.

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🙏Thank you all for your understanding, support, and the constructive feedback and discussions. I'm pleased to see such a thoughtful and responsible approach to community governance, and I will do my best to respond to every feedback.

While the costs outlined in this proposal are fully justified, as most relate to expenses incurred before June, we believe that Kusama’s unique positioning merits access to the premium resources that Subscan provides. We've consistently worked to reduce costs, but our current infrastructure is built to deliver a high-quality, well-maintained explorer rather than a basic tool. This commitment to excellence and ongoing upgrades is central to our service, and it’s not something we can easily adjust in the short term without compromising the value we bring.

We understand the concerns raised by the community, and we acknowledge the financial strain on our company due to advancing these costs under the current reimbursement model. If this proposal is not approved, it would unfortunately leave us with no choice but to immediately halt all Subscan services on the Kusama network, including the explorer, API, and related services. We would then need to resubmit the outstanding invoices until a resolution is reached.

We truly hope to continue supporting Kusama and contributing to its growth. Your support is crucial in allowing us to maintain the high standard of service that the network deserves.

- Problem Statement: Covering operation and maintenance costs for Subscan on the Kusama network from April to June 2024.
- Significance: Ensuring the continuous operation and maintenance of Subscan, a vital tool for the Kusama community.
- Proposed Solution: Reimbursing operation and maintenance fees for Subscan from the Kusama treasury.
- Expected Outcomes: Sustained functionality of Subscan and continued valuable insights for the Kusama network.

#2643 Subscan | Infrastructure Costs of Subscan for Kusama & Statemine Networks (from April to June 2024)