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Term 6 Lead Working Group Stewards + Secretary Appointment
- Meta-Governance – @netto.eth
- Ecosystem – @don.nie
- Public Goods – @simona_pop
- DAO Secretary - @limes
The responsibilities of the Lead Stewards & Secretary are set out in Rule 9.8 and Rule 9.9 of the Working Group Rules.
Calendar
Refer to the official ENS DAO Calendar for meeting links and times. Any other sources are not guaranteed to be accurate. Access the ENS Calendar here.
Proposals
DNSSEC Algorithm 7 Patch Proposal
Makoto proposed a one-call executable to remap DNSSECImpl algorithm 7 to the already-patched RSASHA1Algorithm contract, fixing an omission from the prior patch set. Impact today is low (no active TLDs on algo 7), but it closes a config and security gap.
→ Discussion: [Executable] Update DNSSEC Algorithm 7
Con’td: Foundation Board Expansion
A counter-proposal recommends an open nomination process requiring 100k token endorsements and a five-seat board: one permanent seat for Nick Johnson and four elected by the DAO. While directionally sound, concerns remain regarding ENS Labs holding two of five seats as the largest funding recipient.
→ Discussion: [Temp Check] Expanding the ENS Foundation Board to Strengthen Operational Accountability for ENS DAO - #49 by brantlymillegan
[Temp Check] ENS v2 Pricing: 5-Character Name Price Adjustment…
ENS Labs proposes raising 5+ char name fees to $12/year (3–4 char unchanged) and adding multi-year discounts to encourage long-term registration. Based on research and user feedback, the changes aim to balance accessibility, stability, and protocol value ahead of ENS v2.
→ Discussion: [Temp Check] ENS v2 Pricing: 5-Character Name Price Adjustment & Multi-Year Discounts
[Temp Check] Authorize TLDMinter as Root Controller
Proposal: authorize TLDMinter to batch-onboard 1,166 post-2012 ICANN gTLDs via DNSSEC proofs (no per-TLD DAO vote), with safeguards: 7-day delay, veto window, rate limits, proof freshness, and emergency pause, then proceed to audit + executable.
→ Discussion: [Temp Check] Authorize TLDMinter as Root Controller
Updates from ENS Labs
ENSv2 Alpha Log #5: App and Explorer Development Continues on Sepolia
ENS has released Alpha Log #5, detailing ongoing development of the ENSv2 App and Explorer on the Sepolia testnet. This update marks meaningful progress for the ENS DAO as the team advances the next iteration of Ethereum Name Service infrastructure, moving closer to full ENSv2 deployment.
→ Source: https://x.com/ensdomains/status/2043705126561697861?s=20
ENS Explorer Launched to Address Platform’s Growing Flexibility
The ENS Explorer has been developed to address ENS’s increasing flexibility and complexity, providing users with improved tools to navigate the platform’s expanded capabilities. This represents a significant advancement for the ENS DAO, enhancing functionality as ENS evolves beyond basic domain name services.
→ Source: https://x.com/ensdomains/status/2042614614077460564
ENS Introduces “ens-savior” for Identity Recovery in Compromised Wallets
At ETHGlobal Cannes, contributors built “ens-savior,” a CLI tool to recover ENS names from compromised wallets, addressing complexities from ERC-7702 delegation. It marks a shift toward treating identity recovery as critical infrastructure as ENS evolves.
→ Github: GitHub - 0xPenryn/ens-savior: CLI tool to recover ENS names from compromised wallets! · GitHub
ENS Explorer: Source of Truth for ENS
ENS Explorer gives power users and builders clear protocol visibility: who controls a name, how it resolves, resolver links, and full change history. It keeps the App simple while enabling deep inspection, debugging, and ENSv2-ready transparency.
→ Tweet: https://x.com/ensdomains/status/2042284586403832248
DAO-Wide Headlines
FireEyes Outlines Path Forward for ENS DAO Reform
FireEyes pre-proposal outlines ENS DAO reform, citing communication gaps, concentrated voting power, and contributor fatigue. It proposes new structures with flexible advisory design, while feedback flags concerns around grants, complexity, and diversity requirements.
→ Discussion: ENS DAO Reform Next Steps
New ENS Retro Dashboard
MetaGov Project developed a New ENS Retro Dashboard. High impact content for ENS DAO with relevance score of 95%.
→ Discussion: New ENS Retro Dashboard
ENS Q1 2026 Revenue Overview
The Q1 2026 report shows ENS generated $4.42M in total revenue, down from $4.94M in Q1 2025. Registration revenue declined year-over-year, while premium revenue rose. March included no DeFi returns, with a note that KPK DeFi results were still pending.
Reference → ENS Revenue Reports - #7 by Limes
ENS Bridges DNS and Onchain Identity for Organizations
ENS extends identity beyond .eth by enabling DNS domains to be brought onchain, allowing organizations to reuse existing trust rather than adopt new naming. As DNSSEC adoption grows, this bridge becomes more practical, positioning ENS as a flexible identity layer across systems.
→ Article: https://x.com/ConorSvensson/status/2042564266528509976?s=20
Curia Lab Applies as ENS DAO Delegate
Curia Lab has submitted a delegate application to ENS DAO. The team works full-time on governance across DAOs including Arbitrum, Optimism, and Uniswap, and maintains Curia Hub, a governance analytics dashboard. They endorsed the proposed ENS Constitution and outlined focus areas including protocol sustainability and public goods funding.
→ Discussion: ENS DAO Delegate Applications - #1297 by Curia
OS Contributions
ENS PR #540: BasicExtendedDNSResolver
Draft PR adds BasicExtendedDNSResolver to better mirror current dnsname.ens.eth behavior and fix addr(coinType) handling, while ExtendedDNSResolver keeps newer a[60]=… formatting. Includes dedicated tests for compatibility and migration safety.
→ Pull Request: https://github.com/ensdomains/ens-contracts/pull/540
ENSjs PR #317: ABI Refactor Merged
PR #317 extracts contract ABIs into a new @ensdomains/ensjs-abi package (v1/v2/shared), updates ~80 imports, keeps backward-compatible re-exports, and simplifies compose config. Also renames internal l2EthRegistrar exports to ethRegistrar.
→ Pull Request: https://github.com/ensdomains/ensjs/pull/317
Meta-Governance
The Meta-Governance Working Group provides governance oversight and support for working group operations through DAO tooling and governance initiatives.
Term 6 Meta-Governance Stewards:
ENS Endowment Reaches $94M as Strategy and Allocations Evolve
ENS endowment reached $94M amid ETH appreciation, with ~60% in ETH and ~40% in stables. Weekly yield totaled $47k ($33k net). Portfolio shifts and exits impacted APR, while ongoing reallocation and policy updates continue to refine strategy.
ENS Protocol Economics — March 2026
March report: $0.8M revenue ($0.5M cash inflow), below burn at 0.36x. Recurring revenue covers ~35% of burn. Treasury/endowment rose to ~$3.2M, mainly from ETH mark-to-market gains. Estimated runway: ~77 months.
Reference → ENS Financial Reporting by Steakhouse - #48 by Steakhouse
ENS DAO Reform Discussion Weighs Report vs Advisory Board Path
Discussion on ENS DAO reform next steps centered on a 12-month Retro work plan integrating accountability, transparency, and capital allocation. Two paths emerged: deliver a final report for DAO use or form an advisory board to operationalize findings.
ENS Board Expansion Debate Centers on Legitimacy and Accountability
Discussion on expanding the ENS Foundation Board focused on legitimacy and accountability, with concerns over ENS Labs’ influence and selection power. Participants explored open nominations, independent members, and structural changes while reaffirming DAO control over treasury and budget.
Meta-Gov Stewards questioned on SPP3 operations ownership
Discussion continues on the SPP3 funding allocation process, with questions raised about moving forward with program authorization. @estmcmxci has asked for clarity on timeline and whether the Term 7 Meta-Governance Working Group will own SPP operations absent ratification of an alternative body.
Brantly agreed sufficient time had passed and indicated Coltron would publish an update shortly.
→ Discussion: Proposal: Committee Model for SPP3 Funding Allocation - #34 by estmcmxci
Ecosystem
The Ecosystem Working Group strengthens the ENS Protocol by facilitating developer relations, identifying and funding high-potential projects that enhance ENS, and supporting ENS-aligned initiatives.
Term 6 Ecosystem Stewards
Revised Unicode Character Count Affects Non-ASCII .eth Pricing Discussion
New research by Raffy.eth has significantly revised the total 3-character Unicode combinations to approximately 327 trillion, down from an earlier estimate of 4.9 quadrillion. Despite this substantial correction, community opinion argues that the number remains large enough to warrant reconsideration of registration and renewal costs for non-ASCII .eth domains compared to ASCII alternatives. This high-impact discussion has major implications for ENS DAO pricing policy.
→ Discussion: Unicode (non-ASCII) .eth registration/renewal pricing
Discussion on standardizing Service Provider milestone reporting
Community members are discussing standardization of Service Provider milestone reporting to improve accountability. The proposal involves maintaining documentation on the ENS DAO GitHub repository, with Service Providers submitting updates via pull requests to enable multiple interfaces to display accountability data from a single source.
→ Discussion: ENS Service Provider Accountability
EthID/EFP Reports Q1 2026 Progress on Grails ENS Manager
EthID/EFP published their Q1 2026 SPP progress report showing Grails facilitated 99.35 ETH (~$205k) to ENS DAO through registrations and extensions. The zero-fee, open-source ENS manager added new features including CLI tools, Google Metrics, and bulk management capabilities, while expanding the team with jalil.eth joining to lead Sign in with Ethereum development. The report was highlighted by Brantly Millegan on social media.
→ Discussion: EthID/EFP: SPP financial and progress reports - #6 by brantlymillegan
Referral Program Generates 13.5 ETH in Mid-April Revenue
The ENS Referral Program delivered over 13.5 ETH (approximately $30,000) to the DAO through mid-April, with leading contributions from Grails and Vision alongside several other active integrators. The program now offers a 50% share of base revenue contributions, with May’s award pool set to triple from April levels.
→ Discussion: April, May, and June 2026+ ENS Referral Program Editions (earn up to a 50% revenue share) - #2 by lightwalker.eth
EFP Integration Brings Onchain Social to Etherscan
EFP is now integrated into Etherscan, enabling ENS names, avatars, and onchain follower data to display directly on account pages. The update signals growing momentum for onchain social, embedding identity and social context into core Ethereum infrastructure.
→ Announcement: https://x.com/ENS_DAO/status/2044113247557574988
Structured ENS Metadata Stack Progress
jkm.eth shared a full project update: a draft ENSIP for structured schema records, 10 curated schemas (incl. agent/ERC-8004), a TypeScript SDK, CLI, web app, and docs site. The team is now shifting from building to onboarding users and practical adoption.
→ Discussion: Kickoff: Organizational metadata on ENS - #9 by jkm.eth
Public Goods
The Public Goods Working Group supports the Ethereum ecosystem by identifying and funding open-source development.
Term 6 Public Goods Stewards:
DRC Discussion Highlights Regulatory Uncertainty and ENS Classification
DRC discussion covered token classification updates, ongoing Senate negotiations, and regulatory uncertainty driven by stablecoin debates. ENS domains were cited as digital tools, though the ENS token remains uncategorized, with proposals emphasizing safeguards without overburdening decentralization.
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