Automated Voting

Definition ∞ Automated Voting refers to a system where predefined rules or smart contracts automatically cast votes on behalf of participants in a decentralized governance structure. This eliminates the need for manual intervention in every voting instance. Participants typically delegate their voting power or set parameters for automatic decision-making. Such systems aim to increase participation and efficiency in governance.
Context ∞ Automated Voting is a significant topic in decentralized autonomous organizations, addressing challenges of voter apathy and the overhead of constant manual participation. A key debate concerns the level of control users retain when delegating their votes and the potential for centralization if too much power is concentrated. Future developments include more granular control mechanisms and transparent audit trails for automated voting processes.