DeFi governance is maturing beyond simple token voting. New models are emerging that balance decentralization with efficient decision-making.
Current Governance Models
- Token voting: Traditional but plutocratic
- Delegation: Representative democracy for DeFi
- Optimistic governance: Assume approval unless contested
- Conviction voting: Time-weighted preferences
Emerging Trends
Protocols are experimenting with reputation-based voting, quadratic voting to reduce whale influence, and specialized councils for technical decisions.
Participating in Governance
Hold governance tokens, delegate to aligned representatives, and engage in forum discussions. Active participation shapes the protocols you use daily.