# Polynomial Keeper Grants 

**Published by:** [Polynomial](https://paragraph.com/@polynomial/)
**Published on:** 2024-12-06
**URL:** https://paragraph.com/@polynomial/polynomial-keeper-grants

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We are excited to launch the first edition of Polynomial’s Keeper Grant Program. Decentralized exchanges (DEXs) are the backbone of DeFi, providing traders with permissionless access to markets. DEXs rely on automated market participants called "keepers" to maintain operational integrity. Polynomial seeks contributors to run keeper bots on the Polynomial Chain to aid in order execution.What are Keepers?Keepers are programs that monitor and interact with smart contracts to perform necessary maintenance operations. On Polynomial, keepers serve two primary functions: Order Settlement and Liquidation ManagementWhy are Keepers Needed?Keepers form a crucial decentralized infrastructure layer that:Ensures 24/7 market operations without manual interventionMaintains market stability through timely liquidationsProtects user interests by ensuring timely order executionProvides redundancy through multiple independent operatorsProgram DetailsReward Pool: 1000 $OPDistribution: Proportional to executed ordersDuration: 1 December 2024 - 31 December 2024Eligibility: Open to allHow to get started?Interested contributors can get started by :Raise a ticket on Polynomial DiscordFill up the Keeper Registration FormTo learn more, please visit Polynomial Keeper Grant RFQ or Polynomial Trade Docs Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to develop and expand the Polynomial Chain ecosystem. The future of derivatives trading is here, and it's decentralized. 🌍 Website |🐦 Twitter|💬 Discord

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