Charles Hoskinson has just published a comprehensive review of the governance models of over 11,000 The DAO, with the goal of changing how Cardano (ADA) handles internal conflicts.
The founder of Cardano announced the initiative on X on Sunday, drawing on nearly a decade of research into governance to prepare proposals that will be presented through the new network and technology constitution.
Efforts to resolve Cardano 's internal conflicts.
This announcement comes amid intense debate within the community surrounding the proposed use of IOG funds . The proposal is expected to be rejected before the June 8, 2024 deadline, with approximately 87% of Delegated Representatives (DReps) currently voting against it. The proposal aims to fund Cardano research roadmap through 2026, including enhancing quantum security and developing solutions for network scaling.
Hoskinson warned that the IOG would not resubmit the proposal if it were rejected. Failure could lead to staff layoffs and severely impact the network's research-centric values.
He is currently also considering whether to register as a DRep — which would allow him to directly participate in voting within Cardano 's on-chain governance system.
In addition, Hoskinson also plans to hold a small conference before the 2027 governance cycle to bring together investors and the community to agree on constitutional reforms.
The significance of this governance review.
The scope of the review shows that Hoskinson is aiming for fundamental, long-term solutions rather than just temporary fixes.
Referencing governance practices from thousands of DAOs can help refine how Cardano builds its development roadmap and provide a framework for resolving disputes at the leadership level based on the network's constitution.
This effort was launched after a long period of disagreement within the Cardano community regarding governance direction.
Previously, there have been numerous conflicts regarding how IOG collaborates with the Cardano Foundation, prompting Hoskinson to call for changes to the organization's operational structure to ensure a better fit.
Hoskinson also said he would release more specific details in the coming months. Whether this review leads to constitutional amendments, the introduction of new governance tools, or a combination of both, he has less than three years to build consensus before the 2027 deadline.
