The article discusses the need for a rethinking of DAO (Decentralized Autonomous Organization) governance structures to prevent governance attacks. It highlights the recent governance attack against the lending protocol Compound as an example. The article suggests that DAO governance should adopt a multi-classed structure similar to Meta and other Silicon Valley giants, where insiders hold shares with more voting weight than those available to the public. It also suggests the implementation of KYC (Know Your Customer) initiatives to introduce accountability without compromising anonymity. The article emphasizes the importance of incentivizing good participatory behavior in DAO governance and the need for governance systems that balance decentralization with safeguards for long-term sustainability.
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