Chainlink has joined Gitcoin Grants Round 11 as a matching partner to support the development of Ethereum infrastructure, reinforcing its commitment to open-source projects and decentralized infrastructure. This participation is part of Chainlink's ongoing efforts to bolster blockchain and smart contract development, having previously engaged in similar initiatives such as bug bounty programs and hackathons. Gitcoin employs a quadratic funding model, prioritizing projects with widespread community support to ensure equitable distribution of resources and mitigate manipulation. This collaboration aims to maintain and expand the backend infrastructure of Ethereum, which is crucial for the security and functionality of decentralized applications (dApps) and the broader blockchain ecosystem. The initiative reflects a broader goal of creating a more economically equitable world by enhancing the cryptographic reliability of agreements and expanding blockchain applications across various industries and geographic regions.