Community Voting

Definition ∞ This is a method by which members of a decentralized network collectively express their preferences or make decisions. Participants typically use native tokens to cast votes on proposals concerning protocol upgrades, treasury allocation, or parameter adjustments. The weight of a vote is often proportional to the number of tokens held or staked by the participant.
Context ∞ Community voting mechanisms are central to the governance of many decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) and blockchain protocols. Current discussions frequently address the effectiveness of various voting models, including quadratic voting and conviction voting, as well as concerns about plutocracy and voter turnout. The ongoing refinement of these systems is critical for achieving decentralized consensus.