This actually isn’t true, there are tokens that do in fact “own” assets:
LDO, Aave (protocol), Aero, & CRV
The reality is that most founders opted to not give rights to token holders both due to regulatory concerns and misaligned incentives.
2026 is the year that changes

Never forget this: Token's are not like shares - there is no "ownership"
Axelar just reminded everyone why.
- The core devs get acquired.
- The IP moves.
- The token stays behind with "governance rights" & no claim on the outcome.
Token holders get shafted

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This article is from Prince, co-founder of Avon.
Compiled by Odaily Odaily(@OdailyChina); Translated by Azuma (@azuma_eth)
TL;DR
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