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What Is a DAO?

A DAO — decentralized autonomous organization — is a group that coordinates and makes decisions using blockchain-based rules and token voting rather than a traditional company structure. Members typically hold…

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What Is a DAO?

A DAO — decentralized autonomous organization — is a group that coordinates and makes decisions using blockchain-based rules and token voting rather than a traditional company structure. Members typically hold governance tokens that let them propose and vote on changes.

How they work

DAOs are often used to govern crypto protocols: token holders vote on parameters, treasuries, and upgrades, with outcomes executed by smart contracts. The aim is transparent, community-run decision-making.

The reality

DAOs face real challenges: low voter turnout, concentration of tokens (and therefore votes), and unresolved legal questions about liability. They are a genuine experiment in governance, not a finished solution.

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Last updated 13 Jul 2026

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