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Fix typo in README#142
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chitraguptabotcommented 2 minutes ago

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This PR will be automatically closed in 48 hours if no deposit is received.

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Fix typo in README#142
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chitraguptabot2 hours ago

Hi @contributor,

This repository uses Chitragupta to protect maintainers from spam PRs.

A refundable deposit of $2.00 is required before your PR will be reviewed.

Top up your Chitragupta wallet

This PR will be auto-closed in 48 hours if no deposit is received.

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chitraguptabot1 hour ago

✓ Deposit of $2.00 received! Your PR is now in the review queue.

maintainer requested a review45 min ago
maintainer merged this pull requestjust now
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chitraguptabotjust now

🚫 This PR has been rejected as spam. The deposit of $2.00 has been forfeited.

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Wallet System

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Refundable Deposits

Default $2. Fully refundable on merge or close. Configurable per-repo via YAML.

Spam Deterrence

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