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Lido Proposes Dual Governance Decentralised steth Holders  Lido Finance, Ethereum’s leading liquid staking platform, has unveiled a groundbreaking proposal to give steth holders veto power over major protocol decisions. Dubbed  Lido Improvement Proposal 28 (LIP-28), the plan introduces a dual governance system, balancing influence between existing LDO tokenholders and everyday stakers .The move aims to decentralise decision-making and hold the protocol more accountable to decentralise ETH in exchange for liquid steth tokens. Under the new model, steth holders could block proposals stethed by LDO holders, though they can not unilaterally push through changes themselves.  How the Dual Governance System Works. At the heart of LIP-28 is a “dynamic timelock” mechanism designed to protect stakers’ interests. Here’s the breakdown:                                                        Timelock Escrow: A smart contract delays the execution of DAO decisions, creating a window for steth holders to challenge contentious proposals.                                         Threshold Trigsteth: First Seal (1% of staked ETH): If stakers deposit 1% of Lido’s total staked ETH into an escrow contract to protest a decision, the timelock period extends. Second Seal (10% of staked ETH): Should dissent escalate to 10%, a “rage quit” mechanism activates, thus the proposal will be suspended until protesting users can withdraw their ETH. This system acts as a safety net, allowing stakers to exit if they disagree with governance outcomes while giving the DAO time to address concerns.Why Now? Ethereum’s Pectra Upgrade Sparks Momentum.  The proposal arrives as Ethereum rides a 30% price surge, fueled by excitement over its Pectra upgrade. Set for late 2025, Pectra promises execution-layer enhancements to boost scalability and reduce transaction costs—a win for both users and validators.                                                               As attention turns to Ethereum’s staking ecosystem, Lido’s dominance (managing over 30% of staked ETH) positions it as a critical player. The upgrade’s focus on efficiency has intensified scrutiny of protocols like Lido, which shape ETH’s market dynamics and validator participation. LWhat’s Next for Lido and DeFi Governance?  LIP-28 is currently in community discussions, with an on-chain vote expected in the coming weeks. If approved, it could set a precedent for user-inclusive governance across DeFi, challenging the status quo where tokenholders alone steer protocols. Market Impact: LDO tokens rose 6.5% in 24 hours, outpacing the broader CoinDesk 20 Index’s 2.5% gain. Competitors like Rocket Pool and Frax Ether may face pressure to adopt similar models.                          The Bigger Picture: Decentralisation in Action Lido’s proposal underscores a growing trend: protocols prioritising decentralisation not just in theory, but in practice. By aligning incentives between tokenholders and users, LIP-28 could redefine how DeFi platforms navigate governance, turning stakers into stakeholders. Watch this space: The coming vote may mark a pivotal moment for Ethereum’s staking future. #ETH #DeFi #LidoFinance #Governance $BTC
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