Hey everyone,
One idea I’d like to open up for discussion is on-chain delegation in Unit Zero governance. Should we consider introducing a system where token holders can delegate their voting power to trusted representatives, without giving up control of their assets? This could help solve the problem of low voter participation, especially in larger, more complex proposals that require time and understanding many don’t have.
Delegation would allow more informed or active members to vote on behalf of others, while still keeping the system transparent and verifiable on-chain. We could keep it fluid and informal at first, or think about introducing formal roles for delegates with public profiles and track records.
The main question is whether this would improve governance outcomes or simply shift influence toward a smaller group. Would it create accountability, or just centralization under a different name? And how do we make sure delegates actually reflect the will of those who choose them?
Some ecosystems like Optimism and ENS have started experimenting with delegation, with mixed results. Curious to hear if anyone thinks this would work in Unit Zero, or if we should stick to direct voting for now. Either way, I think it’s worth exploring as the network grows.