Near Protocol Soars After Decentralized Governance Model

• Near Protocol, in collaboration with Gauntlet, has revealed a new governance proposal that has led to a 10% surge in NEAR’s price value.
• The proposal aims to replace the traditional one-person-one-vote approach and introduce the stake-weighted voting system. 

The cryptocurrency industry is undergoing rapid transformation with every crack of dawn. Crypto tokens are actively working towards decentralization. Cardano for instance is on the last juncture to attaining full decentralization.

In a recent development, the Near Protocol Foundation has collaborated with Gauntlet creating a governance framework proposal that aims to bolster decentralization, accountability, and the overall performance of the ecosystem. The governance proposal comes with a unique twist, where it does away with the one-person-one-vote approach, introducing the stake-weighted voting system. This means that holders with larger stakes possess great influence.

NEAR Protocol is on the verge of taking the next step in decentralization.

Since day one, a portion of the growth of the NEAR token supply has been dedicated to the Community Treasury.

Now, @gauntlet_xyz, in collaboration with the @nearfoundation, propose a novel on-chain… https://t.co/rUiyNLLp8j

— NEAR Protocol (@NEARProtocol) July 16, 2024

Near Protocol, holding the 17th position by market cap, has experienced a significant surge in token value following the revelation of its new governance proposal. This announcement has led to a 10% growth in NEAR’s price value.  

This proposal will foster a new level of engagement and investment. To attain seamless governance, a Screening Committee will be established to vet delegates and grant proposals, while the Endorsed Delegate Mechanism outlines the roles and responsibilities of key governance participants.

With that in mind, the proposal also advocates for a new funding model for its implementation, including new funding types and guardrails, which will support the implementation of the proposal. It is worth noting that VeNEAR tokens will play a vital role in the voting process.  VeNear tokens will allow the staking of NEAR tokens for periods ranging from three months to four years. 

Additionally, a portion of the Near Protocol inflation rate is to fund governance initiatives and reward ecosystem stakers. 

At the time of writing, NEAR is changing hands at $6.18 marking a 34.39% surge in the past week from a low of  $5.61. Furthermore, NEAR’s market cap has undergone a  7.93%  increase while the 24-hour trading volume has surged by 85%. 

Diving into NEAR’s technicalities, the Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) has made a move to the positive indicating increased buying pressure. However, NEAR’s rally could come to an end as the Relative Strength Index (RSI) rating of 78 suggests that the price may be nearing a pullback.

Adding onto the token’s success stories, Near Protocol attained a significant milestone early last month with the Token recording a substantial increase in new users and transactions in June. NEAR transactions reached 450 million and new addresses soared to 12.3 million within 30 days. This growth was further fueled by NEAR’s strategic move towards artificial intelligence, with investments in AI infrastructure and user-friendly features driving massive adoption of the token.

In summary, the new governance proposal marks a pivotal moment for Near protocol and the token’s price. Enhancing decentralization will lead to a potential increase in user engagement, the platform is well-positioned for continued growth and success.