While trying to secure a Parathread (to start a Parachain Auction) using the Polkadot.js we found a UI bug which meant the reserve amount was incorrect, which cost us 408.45 DOT in fees.

ParaID 3376
Controller Account
1xGrVAzbHfUfxFMRhUsDKWFcJNf1XMSNE2UqRjkYyFhrnqt

2024-05-30 13:56:24 (+UTC)


136.1501892767 DOT

0x3cf6660a1c8b471d0841a53d8261d34d8f96be57e64891eee2c8b0b8c9f4f001

2024-05-30 14:08:30 (+UTC)


136.1501892767 DOT

0xf6fcb1c2a75f4d7029bfe5619a79c177545b33272be83c12a5443811fe54f09a

2024-05-30 14:55:24 (+UTC)


136.1501892767 DOT

0xf64028ab688a24b660230eb1f112e743543d22086c7625da86278e358b3b06ec


- **Problem Statement:** UI bug in Polkadot.js led to incorrect reserve amount costing 408.45 DOT in fees for securing a Parathread.
- **Significance:** Significant financial loss incurred due to the bug impacting the Parachain Auction process.
- **Proposed Solution:** Address the UI bug in Polkadot.js to ensure accurate reserve amounts for future Parathread securing.
- **Expected Outcomes:** Improved accuracy in reserve amounts, preventing financial losses in future Parachain Auction processes.

#826 Polkadot.js UI Bug When Initiating A Parathread for Parachain Auction

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