Yeah it is, sometimes even recommended if you do not have an HD capture card

Is it allowed to use easy mode for the speedrun?

Well originally we didn't care what mode you used...but everybody stayed faithful and stuck with hard mode. I thinkat this point it's officially hard mode.

Would I need VOD proof when attempting to speedrun? Im using remote play but got no pc 💀

you will need to have footage of your run of course yes, if you want it to submit to the board that is.