A big shoutout to @kash for sharing the draft post “The Next 2 Years: DAO Resolution Pt.1”!
This is just my personal take, and I want to sincerely thank everyone who’s worked so hard on building the Jupiter Network so far — huge respect. I fully support this vision and am excited to see where it leads.
I’ve shared some of my own thoughts on how the DAO could move toward real autonomy, especially by rewarding long-term stakers and building sustainable yield mechanisms. Feel free to check out my proposal here — and always open to feedback or collaboration!
Analysis of the Jupiter DAO Resolution (Draft)
Let’s break down the main points, contradictions, and potential risks in this DAO resolution draft. While it’s ambitious and forward-thinking, there are a few areas that need deeper scrutiny.
What’s Looking Solid
Clear Vision and Long-Term Thinking
The proposal lays out a bold and well-structured long-term plan. The idea of growing the Jupiverse into a leading global decentralized community is ambitious but inspiring.
Learning as a Core Value
Calling the DAO an “ongoing experiment” is a great sign. The willingness to iterate, learn fast, and adapt shows maturity and a true Web3 mindset.
Clear Team vs DAO Roles
The split between the Jupiter Team (execution) and the DAO (legislation/mandate) is well defined. That clarity helps reduce confusion and avoids governance chaos.
Meritocracy and Talent Activation
Strong points here: the DAO wants to reward people based on proof-of-work, not degrees or credentials. That’s how real value gets built.
Community Legitimacy Through Voting
The use of voting to legitimize actions and rally community attention is a great democratic mechanism—when used well.
Let’s Talk About the Grey Areas
“Decentralization” vs. 2 More Years of Team Control
The DAO is pitched as becoming independent, yet the core team is keeping tight control for two more years.
Feels like decentralization is being delayed, even if unintentionally.
Voting is Sacred… But Let’s Reduce It?
The text emphasizes the power of community voting, but also suggests cutting back on how often votes happen.
Expansion Over Preservation – But at What Cost?
The proposal pushes the DAO to focus on growth instead of sustainability. While that’s exciting, it can easily backfire if growth outpaces governance capacity.
Transparency for Grants – But Possibly Too Rigid
Asking for public updates for grants above $10K is fair. But this level of formality might scare away small contributors who don’t have time or visibility.
Work Groups: Are We Forming Them the Right Way?
One trend that’s been popping up a lot is the formation of DAO Work Groups based on existing Twitter cliques or Discord friend circles. While it’s totally natural for people to team up with those they already know and vibe with, it raises a big question:
Are we forming groups based on actual strategic needs, or just based on who hangs out together?
If the DAO is serious about long-term impact, group formation needs to be intentional, driven by skills, needs, and ecosystem gaps — not just social familiarity. Otherwise, we risk concentrating knowledge and decision-making within a few informal circles, rather than distributing opportunity and building true decentralization.
Strategic Risks
- Over-reliance on the Core Team: If the founding team shifts focus or exits, the DAO could lose its direction.
- Work Groups Becoming Echo Chambers: Without checks, these groups could become too insular and resistant to fresh input.
- Reputation Risks: One major misstep in governance could hurt the entire Jupiter brand and the $JUP token.
Suggestions for Improvement
- Set concrete decentralization milestones — year-by-year goals would help track progress toward real independence.
- Explore hybrid governance — a mix of direct and delegated voting could balance efficiency with participation.
- Invest in leadership development — the earlier new community leaders are nurtured, the better.
- Diversify revenue streams — the DAO should not be financially dependent on the team forever.
Final Thoughts
The draft is a strong starting point. It’s honest, forward-looking, and clearly the product of deep thought. But for the Jupiter DAO to truly live up to its vision, it needs to:
- Walk the talk on decentralization
- Balance bold growth with grounded structure
- Make room for more community ownership, not just participation
Let’s see if the DAO is ready to evolve from baby steps into a real decentralized powerhouse.
Thanks to all,
@Rodrigues770471