Bifrost Governance Update: How to Vote on the 3 Active Referenda Using BNC, vBNC, or bbBNC

The three latest Bifrost governance referenda are now officially live for community voting. This marks an important moment for token holders to participate directly in shaping the future direction of the Bifrost ecosystem.

Depending on which Bifrost tokens you hold, you can vote using BNC, vBNC, or bbBNC. Below is a complete guide to help you participate smoothly.

Overview: Voting Options on Bifrost

Bifrost governance supports multiple voting paths to accommodate different types of token holders:

BNC holders can vote via Subsquare

vBNC and bbBNC holders can vote directly through the Bifrost dApp

Each option provides flexible voting power based on the amount staked and the lock duration you choose.

How to Vote Using BNC

If you hold $BNC, follow these steps to cast your vote via Subsquare.

Step-by-Step Guide:

Visit the Subsquare referenda page

Select the referendum you want to support (AYE) or oppose (NAY)

Click the “Vote” button

Choose AYE or NAY

Enter the amount of $BNC you want to vote with

Select your voting power and lock duration

**Submit your vote **

Once submitted, your vote will be recorded on-chain.

How to Vote Using vBNC or bbBNC

If you hold $vBNC or $bbBNC, voting can be done directly within the Bifrost dApp

Step-by-Step Guide:

Open the Bifrost dApp governance page

Choose the referendum you want to support (AYE) or reject (NAY)

Select AYE or NAY

Enter the amount of $vBNC or $bbBNC you wish to use

Choose your voting power and lock duration

Click the “Vote” button

Submit your vote ▶️

Your governance participation will be finalized once the transaction is confirmed.

Understanding Voting Power and Lock Duration

Bifrost governance allows token holders to amplify voting power by selecting longer lock durations. This mechanism encourages long-term alignment and responsible governance participation.

Higher lock duration = stronger voting weight

Tokens remain locked until the chosen period ends

Be sure to review lock terms before submitting your vote.

Why Governance Participation Matters

Voting on Bifrost referenda allows the community to:

Shape protocol upgrades and parameter changes

Decide on ecosystem incentives and funding allocation

Strengthen decentralization and transparency

Every vote contributes to the long-term sustainability of the Bifrost network.

Final Reminder

** Three referenda are live now**

Voting is time-sensitive

Participation depends on the token type you hold

Make sure to cast your vote before the voting period ends and help guide the future of Bifrost.