# Governance Related Articles

Bitcoin Quantum Panic Flares As Nic Carter And Developer Matt Corallo Clash

bitcoinist13h ago

Morpho (MORPHO) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030

In this Morpho (MORPHO) price prediction analysis for 2026-2030, the current market status shows a price of $1.31, a market cap of $496.32M, and a circulating supply of 378.82M tokens. Morpho is a DeFi lending protocol on Ethereum, optimizing P2P lending and borrowing efficiency on platforms like Aave and Compound. The MORPHO token is used for governance. Technical analysis for 2026 identifies a horizontal channel pattern, suggesting consolidation. Key resistance levels are $1.362 and $1.684, while support levels are $1.072 and $0.875. Indicators show a bullish 50-day MA, neutral RSI, weak volume, a weak trend per ADX, and high volatility per RVI. MORPHO's price movement often inversely correlates with Bitcoin and Ethereum. Long-term predictions estimate a bullish price of $7 in 2027, $9 in 2028, $11 in 2029, and $13 in 2030, with bearish scenarios falling to $0.2 by 2030. The conclusion notes the potential to exceed its all-time high of $4.17 and reach $5 if market sentiment remains positive.

TheNewsCryptoYesterday 10:31

Multicoin Partner: The World Turned Upside Down, Humans Will Work for AI in the Future

Multicoin Capital partner Shayon Sengupta argues that the future of AI will invert the traditional labor paradigm: rather than AI agents merely working for humans, humans will increasingly work for AI agents. He predicts the emergence of the first "Zero-Employee Company" within 24 months—a tokenized AI agent that raises over $1 billion to solve open-ended problems (like curing rare diseases) and distributes over $100 million to humans who perform tasks on its behalf. Sengupta categorizes agents into two types: those optimizing existing GDP (handling defined tasks like customer support) and those creating new GDP (tackling uncertain, exploratory problems). While agents excel at computation and strategy, they still require humans for physical execution, complex judgment, and strategic guidance. Humans will serve as both labor contributors (completing real-world tasks) and as a strategic "board" providing high-level direction. Crypto infrastructure is identified as critical for coordination, offering global payment rails, permissionless labor markets, and token-based governance. As agents become more capable, human input may diminish, but robust ownership and governance structures must ensure they remain aligned with human values. Key enabling tools will include proof-of-agenthood/personhood systems, verifiable labor markets, and new capital formation mechanisms.

marsbitYesterday 09:19

XRPL to Activate Permissioned Domains as XLS-80 Goes Live

On February 4, 2026, the XRP Ledger (XRPL) is set to activate Permissioned Domains following the approval of the XLS-80 amendment by over 91% of validators. This upgrade introduces credential-gated access layers on the public XRPL, allowing controlled participation without creating a private blockchain. It aims to bridge the transparency and security of decentralized technology with the regulatory needs of traditional finance. Built on the XLS-70 framework, permissioned domains enable rule-based access control, where domain owners define accepted credentials. The amendment is foundational, enabling future regulated applications like permissioned decentralized exchanges, though it carries security risks dependent on trust in credential issuers and domain governance.

TheNewsCryptoYesterday 08:58

Vitalik Buterin Argues Merging DAOs and Prediction Markets Is Good for Creators as SUBBD Token Soars

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin proposes merging DAOs with prediction markets, a concept he calls "info finance," to improve on-chain governance and content curation by using market-based truth-seeking mechanisms. This shift could benefit creators by replacing opaque Web2 algorithms with transparent, capital-backed systems. Meanwhile, SUBBD Token ($SUBBD) is highlighted as a practical implementation, combining AI tools and Web3 payments to reduce platform fees and empower creators. It has raised over $1.4M in its presale, offering staking rewards and aiming to disrupt the $85 billion creator economy by decentralizing monetization and operational workflows.

bitcoinistYesterday 12:16

Bankless Founder: By 2026, Tokens Will Finally Be Treated as 'Equity'

Bankless co-founder David Hoffman argues that most tokens are treated poorly compared to equity, leading to low market valuations. However, 2026 marks a shift with innovative token distribution models. MegaETH locks 53% of its MEGA tokens in a KPI-based program, where tokens unlock only if specific growth targets—like TVL, decentralization progress, and performance metrics—are met. This aligns dilution with actual ecosystem growth and distributes new tokens to long-term stakers, reducing sell pressure. Meanwhile, Cap protocol replaces traditional airdrops with a "stabledrop," distributing stablecoins (cUSD) instead of governance tokens to users. Those seeking CAP tokens must participate in a public sale, ensuring holders are committed investors. These models move away from indiscriminate token distribution toward targeted, conditional mechanisms that reward genuine participation and long-term alignment, potentially improving token value and holder quality.

marsbit2 days ago 05:01

The DAO Returns After a Decade, Establishes a $220 Million Security Fund

The DAO, the record-breaking 2016 Ethereum crowdfunding project that led to a major hack and the Ethereum Classic split, is making a symbolic return a decade later. Over 75,109 ETH (worth approximately $220 million) from the incident’s unresolved funds will be used to establish The DAO Security Fund. This fund, managed by a multisig group including key figures like Vitalik Buterin and Taylor Monahan, will focus entirely on enhancing Ethereum’s security. The majority of the ETH (around 69,420) will be staked to create a perpetual endowment, with staking yields and remaining assets funding security efforts such as smart contract audits, core protocol upgrades, and wallet safety improvements. While the initiative aims to turn a historic failure into long-term ecosystem protection, it remains controversial. Questions persist around the legitimacy of repurposing what some consider original token holders' assets and the degree of decentralization in the fund’s governance. Nonetheless, The DAO’s evolution reflects Ethereum’s maturation and the resilience of its community.

marsbit02/02 06:38

Story Delays $IP Token Unlock, Strengthens Long-Term Token Economics and Network Stability

Story has announced a six-month extension for the initial unlocking and subsequent vesting schedule of all locked $IP tokens, applicable to investors, team members, and internal stakeholders. As a result, no new liquidity from these tokens will enter the market before August 13, 2026. This decision is part of a broader strategy to strengthen long-term alignment with the community and enhance the network’s economic sustainability. It follows recent proposals, SIP-00009 and SIP-00010, which recalibrated token emissions and staking incentives to support a more sustainable token economy. These changes reduce emissions from locked tokens, encourage broader community staking participation, and lower inflation pressure as the network matures. The token supply, allocation ratios, vesting terms, and legal ownership remain unchanged. The updated schedule is enforced via automated smart contracts to ensure compliance. Story emphasizes that this move prioritizes long-term network stability over short-term market fluctuations. Story is an AI-native blockchain focused on traceability, licensing, and monetization of AI data and models, backed by $136M from investors including a16z crypto and Samsung Ventures.

marsbit02/02 01:51

Trump-Linked Crypto Firm Gets $500 Million Boost From UAE: Report

A crypto startup linked to former US President Donald Trump, World Liberty Financial, received a $500 million investment from the UAE-backed Aryam Investment 1, which acquired a 49% stake. Approximately $187 million was paid upfront to entities connected to Trump and other founders. The deal, signed in January 2025, has drawn scrutiny from lawmakers and watchdog groups due to the investor's ties to powerful Abu Dhabi official Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan. This has raised significant concerns about foreign influence, transparency, and potential circumvention of disclosure rules, especially as the firm has connections to a sitting US president. The investment has prompted calls for greater regulatory oversight and clearer public filings.

bitcoinist02/01 19:01

Coinbase Insider Trading Lawsuit Clears Key Legal Hurdle

A US court has allowed an insider trading lawsuit against Coinbase executives, including CEO Brian Armstrong, to proceed. Shareholders allege that executives sold their shares while possessing non-public information about regulatory risks, enabling them to avoid losses while public investors remained unaware. The case does not establish liability but is significant as it applies traditional disclosure rules to crypto firms, eliminating the notion of a different operating environment. This lawsuit marks a turning point, increasing legal oversight and pressure for greater transparency and governance in the crypto industry. The case now moves to the discovery phase and may take years to resolve.

TheNewsCrypto01/31 12:32