Protofire’s Glif Nodes Triumph in FIL-RetroPGF-1

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3 min readMay 28, 2024

The FIL-RetroPGF-1 round has concluded, shining a spotlight on projects that significantly contribute to the Filecoin ecosystem. Glif Nodes, managed by Protofire, stood out by winning a substantial allocation of FIL tokens by competing with more than 100 projects. Let’s delve into the details and implications of this success, from the very step 1: our application.

Understanding FIL-RetroPGF-1

FIL-RetroPGF-1, inspired by Optimism’s retroactive public goods funding, is Filecoin’s initiative to reward projects that have impacted the network positively from October 2023 to March 2024. A total of 200,000 FIL tokens were distributed among various projects, with the aim of encouraging further development and innovation within the ecosystem​ (FIL RetroPGF)​​ (Filecoin)​.

Protofire’s Glif Nodes: Technical Achievement

Glif Nodes & RPC API service, under Protofire’s management, received 4365 FIL tokens. This recognition highlights Glif Nodes’ role in providing reliable and efficient node services and APIs, crucial for the smooth operation of decentralized applications on the Filecoin network​ (Notion)​. The technical robustness and reliability of Glif Nodes have made it a backbone service for many developers.

Why This Matters

Winning in FIL-RetroPGF-1 isn’t just about the FIL tokens. It’s a nod to the technical excellence and impactful contributions of Glif Nodes to the Filecoin network. The funding will enable Protofire to enhance the infrastructure, ensuring even more robust and scalable solutions for the Web3 community. Plus, let’s be honest, it gives us bragging rights — and who doesn’t love those?

Looking Ahead

With this recognition, Protofire is set to continue its work on Glif Nodes, aiming to improve performance and introduce new features that will benefit the entire Filecoin ecosystem. We’re not just building for today but ensuring that the infrastructure can support the future needs of decentralized storage and applications.

Final Thoughts

Protofire’s success in the FIL-RetroPGF-1 round is a testament to our technical prowess and commitment to the Filecoin ecosystem. We’re thrilled to receive this support and are excited about the opportunities it opens up for further development and innovation.

For a detailed breakdown of the FIL-RetroPGF-1 results and the full list of funded projects, check out the official FIL-RetroPGF-1 Results.

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