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Protocol Governance Failure

Definition

Protocol Governance Failure occurs when the decision-making mechanisms of a decentralized protocol are compromised or rendered ineffective. This can result from insufficient voter participation, concentrated power among a few large token holders, or the exploitation of governance loopholes. Such a failure can lead to detrimental protocol upgrades, misallocation of funds, or a loss of community trust. It represents a critical threat to the decentralized nature and long-term viability of a project.