DAO (Decentralized Autonomous Organization)
GovernanceUpdated: October 15, 2025
Also known as: Decentralized Autonomous Organization, DAO
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A group governed by smart contracts and blockchain technology, without centralized leadership
A group governed by smart contracts and blockchain technology, without centralized leadership.
DAOs enable community-driven decision-making where members vote on proposals using governance tokens. Rules are encoded in smart contracts, and decisions are executed automatically once consensus is reached.