The proposal **sets a limit on the maximum number of validators**, namely `1200`, and leaves the rest of the parameters unchanged (`20000`/`20DOTs`) for nominators. This proposal started as an **external motion**, meaning that if the Council passes this, the community needs to vote in referenda queue to be executed. 

The validator community should be aware that the discussion around minimum DOT stake limit for validators (similar to what was imposed recently on nominators) has already begun [on the Polkadot Direction channel](https://matrix.to/#/!OwgojQyBzTlUQGGLhq:matrix.parity.io?via=matrix.parity.io&via=matrix.org&via=corepaper.org), and will be proposed **as soon as discussion reaches consensus**. Similar to the nominator limits, **these limits are for the safety of the network and will grow as the network grows.**

The preimage of this proposal can be found [HERE](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W8J1zSPobzNMSAoAWaSeTWvLRI7QdmwH/view?usp=sharing). 

Context on why this is needed and an explanation of the scaling issues we are seeing on Polkadot Network can be found on the [last runtime upgrade post](https://polkadot.polkassembly.io/motion/88).

Please vote at your convenience!

The proposal from Subsquid Lab Official outlines ongoing development and maintenance costs for public Subsquid Archives and the Giant Squid API. It covers the provision of archives, a crucial component of Polkadot and Kusama data infrastructure, offering access to on-chain data for various parachains. Additionally, the Giant Squid API provides GraphQL endpoints for exploring relay and parachain statistics, supporting a wide range of projects. The proposal seeks funding for the continued operation and expansion of these services. Overall, it aims to enhance accessibility and usability of on-chain data for developers and users within the Polkadot and Kusama ecosystems.

Polkadot's sponsorship of the two-day Soulbound event during the Bali Blockchain Summit in August demonstrated significant benefits for Polkadot, as evidenced by the aftermovie and other success metrics.

The Bali Polkadot community organized 9 bi-weekly BlockTalk meet-ups, engaging over 270 participants, to share updates on Polkadot, the crypto market, and Blockchain and Web3 concepts.

Establishment of the Polkadot Sanctuary in Bali, providing a rent-free space as a central hub for Polkadot enthusiasts to access resources and foster collaboration.

Five Polkadot Ambassador Candidates have been onboarded to expand Polkadot's network and drive adoption in Bali, with one candidate already becoming a fully-fledged ambassador.

Efforts to persuade the local government to adopt Substrate and utilize the Polkadot ecosystem have been fruitful, creating job opportunities for substrate developers in the region.

The Polkadot community successfully hosted the Polkadot Decoded Viewing Party, drawing 70 attendees and showcasing the technological advancements and possibilities of Polkadot, igniting interest within the local blockchain community.

The Polkadot Sanctuary brand has been established across social media platforms, including Twitter and Telegram, with plans for website reconstruction by year-end.

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- The proposal sets a limit on the maximum number of validators to 1200.
- The rest of the parameters for nominators will stay the same.
- The proposal needs to be voted on by the community.
- There may be a discussion about setting a minimum DOT stake limit for validators.
- The limits are for the safety of the network and will grow as the network grows.

#15 Limit on the maximum number of validators, based on scaling issues

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