Dear reader, you have arrived at a pivotal juncture in the ever-evolving landscape of decentralized governance and regenerative culture. The Decentragora Greenpaper is a living document that evolves, a beacon of inspiration. This manifesto illuminates the intricate interplay between cooperative game theory and the boundless possibilities of the Ethereum network's infinite garden.
The Metaverse Terminal, where our collective's vision for a decentralized, sustainable, and collaborative future comes to life, symbolizes our unyielding commitment to bootstrap hypercollaboration within the Ethereum ecosystem. So, as you immerse yourself in the thought-provoking pages of this Greenpaper, we invite you to join our vibrant collective of intrepid visionaries, dreamers, and pioneers.
Together, as the Decentragora collective, we stand united in pursuing a more equitable, resilient, and sustainable world that transcends traditional systems' limitations and embraces the transformative potential of the EVM. Our Greenpaper is both an invitation and a challenge, a call to arms for the Ethereum community and like-minded individuals who share our passion for decentralized governance and regenerative culture.
As you journey through the depths of our Greenpaper, let its contents ignite your curiosity and fuel your drive for innovation. Envision your role within the Decentragora collective, contributing your unique talents and insights to our combined mission of forging a brighter, more harmonious future.
Together, let us unlock the untapped potential of the Ethereum network's infinite garden, pushing the boundaries of what is possible and shaping the decentralized world of tomorrow.
The Greenpaper provides a comprehensive overview of the Decentragora collective, covering various aspects such as its background, mathematical foundations, core components, reward mechanics, regenerative governance model, tokenomics model, and plans for implementation and future work. In addition, it delves into the theoretical and practical aspects of Decentragora, including cooperative game theory, trust networks, on-chain membership, reputation systems, economic game models, and decentralized governance structures.
However, while the Greenpaper is thorough and informative, it may only cover some details or address some potential challenges that arise during the development and deployment of the Decentragora ecosystem.
As the project progresses, new ideas, improvements, and unforeseen obstacles will likely emerge, requiring updates to the Greenpaper or further research and development.
The Greenpaper is a living document and serves as a starting point for discussion and collaboration within the community.
Therefore, the Decentragora community must engage in open dialogue, share ideas, and contribute to the ongoing development and refinement of the ecosystem. This collective effort will ensure that Decentragora can evolve and adapt to the needs of its participants and the broader community, ultimately leading to a more successful and impactful project.
— Rayne L. aka 0xzenodotus Cofounder of Decentragora
Imagine; An infinite game, with infinite moves and infinite players.
How do we create an impact that leads to positive outcomes for all participants as long as a game gets played?
Decentragora proposes an innovative approach to decentralized governance and economics to foster sustainable, regenerative practices within a decentralized autonomous collective (DAC), an Impact Collective, via positive-sum infinite cooperative games.
First, this Greenpaper presents a comprehensive overview of the platform's guiding principles, core components, and features, such as the tri-cameral governance structure, holonic tokenomics model, adaptive reward mechanics, and Proof of Regen. Then, using advanced mathematical concepts, game theory, and the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), Decentragora creates a positive-sum, cooperative environment emphasizing trust, collaboration, and shared prosperity.
Moreover, the platform highlights its experimental governance model's potential societal implications, economic impact, and technological advancements. As a bold step forward in the evolution of decentralized governance and economics, Decentragora offers a vision for a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future while acknowledging the challenges and limitations that need to get addressed for the collective to achieve its full potential.
The rapid growth of digital technology and the internet has paved the way for innovative organizational structures, such as Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs). These organizations are built on blockchain technology, utilizing smart contracts to enable transparent, decentralized decision-making and governance. The Decentragora collective aims to leverage this technology to foster a regenerative and sustainable culture, using cooperative game theory and Nash equilibrium to create a fair and balanced system.
This greenpaper aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the Decentragora collective, its core components, mathematical foundations, and governance model. We will also discuss a possible tokenomics model, implementation, and future work. The scope of this paper covers the fundamental principles and technologies that underpin the Decentragora ecosystem, its reward mechanics, and the potential impact on the broader Ethereum and DAO landscape.
This greenpaper has ten sections, each focusing on a specific aspect of the Decentragora collective.
- Decentragora Greenpaper 0
- Foreword 1
- Preamble 1
- Abstract 2
- Introduction 2
- 1.1 Background and Motivation 2
- 1.2 Objective and Scope 2
- 1.3 Organization of the Greenpaper 3
- 1.4 Table of Contents 3
- Background and Related Work 5
- 2.1 Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) 5
- 2.2 Blockchain Technology and Smart Contracts 5
- 2.3 Cooperative Game Theory and Nash Equilibrium 6
- 2.4 Regenerative Culture and Sustainability 6
- Mathematical Foundations 6
- 3.1 Graph Theory and Trust Networks 6
- 3.2 Game Theory: Cooperative and Non-Cooperative Games 6
- 3.3 Positive-Sum Infinite Cooperative Games 6
- 3.4 Optimistic Loops and dAgoric Method 7
- 3.4.1 Model 7
- 3.4.2 Definition 7
- 3.5 Probability Theory and Expected Outcomes 7
- Decentragora's Core Components 7
- 4.1 On-Chain Membership and Reputation System 7
- 4.2 Decentralized Governance Model 8
- 4.3 Quadratic Funding and Public Goods Provision 8
- 4.4 Regenerative and Sustainable Practices 8
- Application of Mathematical Foundations in Decentragora 8
- 5.1 Trust Graph: Integrating On-Chain Membership and Reputation 8
- 5.2 Equilibrium in Positive-Sum Infinite Cooperative Games 8
- 5.3 Optimistic Loops and Reinforcement in dAgoric Method 8
- 5.4 Game Theoretical Analysis of Decentragora's Ecosystem 8
- Reward Mechanics 9
- 6.1 Reward Mechanic 1: Contribution-based Incentive System and Dynamic Reputation 9
- 6.1.1 Overview 9
- 6.1.2 Mechanism Design 9
- 6.1.3 Metrics 9
- 6.1.4 Point Models 9
- 6.1.5 Implementation 9
- 6.1.6 Impact & Results 10
- 6.1.7 Challenges and Future Developments 10
- 6.1.8 Summary 10
- 6.2 Reward Mechanic 2: Attestation-based Identity and Reputation Building 10
- 6.2.1 Overview 10
- 6.2.2 Mechanism Design 10
- 6.2.3 Metrics 11
- 6.2.4 Score Models 11
- 6.2.5 Implementation and Impact 11
- 6.2.6 Impact 11
- 6.2.7 Summary 11
- 6.3 Reward Mechanic 3: Synergy Mining and Supermodular Games 12
- 6.3.1 Overview 12
- 6.3.2 Mechanism Design 12
- 6.3.3 Metrics 12
- 6.3.4 Point models 12
- 6.3.5 Implementation 12
- 6.3.6 Results 12
- 6.3.7 Impact 13
- 6.3.8 Challenges and Future Developments 13
- 6.3.9 Summary 13
- The Regenerative Governance Model 13
- 7.1 Overview 13
- 7.2 Tri-Cameral Governance Structure 13
- 7.2.1 Chamber of Visionaries 13
- 7.2.2 Chamber of Stewards 14
- 7.2.3 Chamber of Delegates 14
- 7.3 Holonic Tokenomics Model (Dual Token System) 14
- 7.3.1 Agora Token (AGT), Demokratia Tokens (DMT) and Sub-Tokens 14
- 7.3.2 Incentivizing Regenerative Practices 14
- 7.3.3 Adaptive Token Distribution 14
- 7.4 Smart Contracts and Decentralized Oracles 15
- 7.5 Perpetual Learning and Evolution 15
- 7.6 Anti-Sybil ID Mechanism and Decentralized Reputation System 15
- 7.7 Social Graph and Collective Maintenance 15
- 7.8 Metagora Access Card: The Interactive Citizen Passport 15
- Optimistic Loopers: Decentragora's Economic Model 15
- 8.1 Overview 15
- 8.2 Dual-Token System 16
- 8.2.1 Agora Tokens (AGT) 16
- 8.2.2 Demokratia Tokens (DMT) 16
- 8.3 Token Distribution: Ambrosía Allocation 16
- 8.3.1 Initial Distribution 16
- 8.3.2 Ongoing Distribution: The Nectar of Continuity 17
- 8.4 Staking and Locking Mechanisms: Hera's Bindings 17
- 8.5 Membership NFT: Metagora 17
- 8.6 Economic Models and Mechanisms 17
- 8.7 Decentralized Court System (Kleros Inspired) 18
- 8.8 Open Research and Collaboration 18
- 8.9 Exchange Mechanism: Metagora Exchange 18
- 8.10 Exit Mechanism and Penalties: Hermes' Escape 19
- 8.11 Summary 19
- Implementation and Future Work 19
- 9.1 Decentragora's Technological Stack 19
- 9.2 Challenges and Limitations 20
- 9.2.1 Scalability 20
- 9.2.2 Privacy 20
- 9.2.3 Regulatory Compliance 20
- 9.2.4 Coordination and Collaboration 20
- 9.3 Future Research and Development 21
- 9.3.1 Potential Innovations 21
- 9.3.2 Collaboration Opportunities 21
- 9.3.3 Growing the Ecosystem 21
- Conclusion 21
- 10.1 Summary of Findings 21
- 10.1.1 Key Contributions 21
- 10.1.2 Impact on Governance and Sustainability 21
- 10.2 Implications and Impact 22
- 10.2.1 Societal Implications 22
- 10.2.2 Economic impact 22
- 10.2.3 Technological Advancements 22
- 10.3 Final Thoughts 22
- 10.3.1 The Future of Decentralized Governance 22
- 10.3.2 Building a Regenerative and Resilient World 22
Appendix: References 24
DAOs are organizations governed by a decentralized network of stakeholders, with decision-making and resource allocation determined by consensus mechanisms. They leverage blockchain technology and smart contracts to enable transparent, trustless, automated operations. As a result, DAOs can revolutionize traditional organizational structures by empowering individuals and fostering a more equitable distribution of resources and decision-making power.
Blockchain technology, like Ethereum, provides a secure, decentralized ledger for recording transactions and executing code. In addition, the EVM supports smart contracts. Smart contracts are self-executing agreements with the terms of the contract written into code, enabling trustless, automated enforcement of contractual obligations. These technologies form the foundation of DAOs, allowing for secure, transparent, and decentralized operations.
Cooperative game theory studies the behaviour of rational agents in strategic situations where cooperation can lead to mutually beneficial outcomes. Nash equilibrium is a concept in game theory that represents a stable state where no player can gain by unilaterally changing their strategy. Decentragora leverages these concepts to create a balanced ecosystem where participants get incentivized to cooperate for the collective good.
Regenerative culture refers to practices and values prioritizing the health and well-being of ecosystems and communities, focusing on sustainability, resilience, and regeneration. Decentragora aims to integrate these principles into its governance model and tokenomics, fostering a culture that supports environmental stewardship, social equity, and long-term sustainability.
Graph theory is the study of graphs, which are mathematical structures used to model pairwise relations between objects. For example, trust networks are a graph representing relationships between entities based on trust, reputation, or other forms of social capital. Decentragora uses graph theory to model and analyze its on-chain membership and reputation system, fostering a more reliable and resilient community.
Game theory is a branch of mathematics that studies strategic decision-making in situations where multiple players interact. Cooperative games are those in which players can form alliances and cooperate to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes, while non-cooperative games involve individual players competing against each other. Decentragora applies game theory principles to balance cooperation and competition within its ecosystem, incentivizing members to work together for the collective good while rewarding individual contributions.
Positive-sum games are those in which the total benefits to all players can increase, resulting in a net gain for the collective. Infinite cooperative games are a class of games with an unbounded number of potential moves or strategies. Decentragora utilizes positive-sum infinite cooperative games to create a dynamic environment where collaboration and innovation get continuously rewarded, fostering long-term growth and sustainability.
Optimistic loops are positive feedback loops that reinforce and amplify desired behaviours or outcomes within a system. The dAgoric Method is an approach that leverages optimistic loops to promote cooperation and collaboration within decentralized networks. Decentragora employs the dAgoric Method to create a self-reinforcing ecosystem where members get incentivized to contribute to the collective's success, fostering a virtuous cycle of growth and development.
The dAgoric Method is a theoretical framework for designing incentive systems that create optimistic loops, reinforce positive behaviours, and drive the continuous growth of an Impact Collective. This section will model the dAgoric Method and provide mathematical proofs to support its effectiveness within the Decentragora collective.
The dAgoric Method is an essential component regarding the idea of "Optimistic Loops," which get used to reward and incentivize cooperation between participants in a system. The main principles of the dAgoric Method include: Positive feedback loops: Participants receive rewards or verifiable experiences for their contributions, which incentivizes them to make further contributions. Synergy: The overall value generated by the system is greater than the sum of its parts, as the Optimistic Loops create a positive network effect that fosters collaboration and value creation. Decentralization: The dAgoric Method relies on decentralized mechanisms to allocate resources and govern the system, allowing for autonomy, reducing the need for centralized control and promoting self-organization.
Probability theory is the branch of mathematics that analyzes random phenomena and quantifies uncertainty. Expected outcomes are the weighted averages of all possible outcomes of a given event or decision, considering their respective probabilities. Decentragora applies probability theory and desired outcomes to inform its reward mechanics and governance decisions, ensuring a fair and balanced distribution of resources and benefits within the collective.
The on-chain membership and reputation system is a critical component of Decentragora, providing a transparent and decentralized method for tracking and assessing member contributions and reputations. This system leverages trust networks and graph theory to create a reliable and resilient social infrastructure that supports the collective's goals and values.
Decentragora's decentralized governance model empowers members to participate in decision-making processes and resource allocation actively. This model is designed to balance the needs of the collective with individual autonomy, fostering a culture of collaboration and shared responsibility.
Quadratic funding is a mechanism for allocating resources to public goods based on the preferences and contributions of individual members. Decentragora employs quadratic funding to support the provision of public goods within the ecosystem, ensuring that resources get allocated efficiently and equitably.
Decentragora is committed to promoting regenerative and sustainable practices within its ecosystem. This commitment is reflected in the collective's governance model, reward mechanics, and tokenomics, prioritizing long-term sustainability, environmental stewardship, and social equity.
Decentragora's trust graph is critical to its on-chain membership and reputation system, integrating graph theory and trust networks to create a transparent and decentralized social infrastructure. Furthermore, this trust graph enables the collective to assess and reward member contributions based on their reputations, fostering a more reliable and resilient community.
Decentragora leverages the concept of equilibrium in positive-sum infinite cooperative games to balance cooperation and competition within its ecosystem. This approach ensures that members get incentivized to work together for the collective good while rewarding individual contributions, fostering a dynamic and sustainable environment.
The dAgoric Method, which incorporates optimistic loops to promote cooperation and collaboration, is a core component of Decentragora's ecosystem. This Method creates a self-reinforcing environment where members get incentivized to contribute to the collective's success, fostering a virtuous cycle of growth and development.
Decentragora employs game theoretical analysis to study and optimize its ecosystem, considering the various incentives, rewards, and strategies its members engage in. This analysis informs the design of Decentragora's reward mechanics, governance model, and tokenomics, ensuring a fair and balanced system that promotes cooperation, innovation, and sustainability.
Reward Mechanic one is a contribution-based incentive system and dynamic reputation mechanic. We designed mechanic number one to reward members for their contributions to the collective, such as developing new technologies, providing resources, or participating in governance decisions. The mechanics' design encourages active participation and fosters a culture of collaboration and shared responsibility within Decentragora.
Mechanism one's design focuses on creating a transparent and decentralized system for assessing and rewarding member contributions. This design considers the unique qualities and requirements of Decentragora's ecosystem and its members, ensuring that rewards get distributed fairly and efficiently.
Metrics used to assess member contributions via metric number one include;
- Quality
- Quantity
- Impact
These metrics provide clarity regarding those who appreciate and adhere to the collective's values and principles.
Metrics are important because they provide a comprehensive and accurate assessment of each member's contributions to the ecosystem via metrics.
As the collective grows, governance proposals may adjust or add metrics to the base expanding upon the first mechanic. The details outlined are starting points for innovation.
Point models get employed within mechanic one that quantify member contributions and assign corresponding rewards. These models consider the various metrics used to assess contributions, ensuring that rewards get distributed relatively and proportionately.
Implementing mechanic one involves the integration of various technologies, including blockchains, smart contracts, and decentralized oracles. These technologies enable a transparent and decentralized system for tracking and assessing member contributions and distributing rewards accordingly.
The impact and results of mechanism one should be net-positive, with increased participation, collaboration, and innovation within Decentragora's ecosystem. This mechanic should also contribute to reinforcing a strong and resilient community committed to the collective's goals and values.
Challenges associated with mechanic one include the ongoing refinement of metrics and point models and the need to adapt the approach to the evolving needs and priorities of the collective. Future developments will address these challenges and further optimize the mechanic to support Decentragora's goals and objectives better.
Mechanic one: A contribution-based incentive system and dynamic reputation mechanic are critical components of Decentragora's ecosystem.
They reinforce the following actions in the collective;
- Active participation
- Accountability
- Collaboration
- Shared responsibility
Reward mechanic one leverages cutting-edge technologies and game theoretical analysis to create a transparent and decentralized system for assessing and rewarding member contributions, fostering a strong and resilient community that supports the collective's goals and values.
The attestation-based identity and reputation-building mechanic rewards members for vouching for other members' identities, skills, and expertise within the Decentragora ecosystem. This mechanic helps build community trust and cooperation by leveraging the power of social networks and peer validation.
The second mechanism design is centred around creating a decentralized system for issuing, verifying, and managing attestations between members. This design aims to ensure the integrity and reliability of the attestation process, thereby enhancing trust within the Decentragora ecosystem.
Metrics used to assess the quality and impact of attestations in the attestation-based identity and reputation-building mechanic include:
- The attestor's credibility and reputation.
- The attestation's relevance and accuracy.
- The overall contribution of the attested member to the Decentragora ecosystem.
We decided on these base metrics to provide a broad but accurate assessment of the value of each attestation within the community.
As the collective grows, governance proposals may adjust or add metrics to the base expanding upon mechanic two. The details outlined are starting points for innovation.
Score models are employed within the second mechanic that quantifies the value of attestations and assigns corresponding rewards to both attestors and attested members. These models consider the various metrics used to assess attestations, ensuring that rewards get distributed relatively and proportionately.
Implementing mechanic two involves harnessing blockchain technology, specifically the EVM. The collective also takes advantage of pre-existing infrastructure to create and issue attestations via the EVM or an equivalent.
The EVM is an infinite playground that allows you to enable and deploy smart contracts and decentralized oracles to create a secure and transparent system for managing attestations within the Decentragora ecosystem. The impact of this mechanic should be net-positive, with increased trust, cooperation, and collaboration between community members.
As a result of mechanic two, Decentragora should experience a higher degree of trust and cooperation between its members. This increased trust should lead to more effective collaboration, a stronger sense of community, and overall improvement in the quality of projects and initiatives within the ecosystem.
Mechanic two: An attestation-based identity and reputation-building system is a crucial component of Decentragora's ecosystem, fostering trust and cooperation within the community by leveraging the power of social networks and peer validation.
Mechanic two employs cutting-edge technologies and game theoretical analysis to create a transparent and decentralized system for issuing, verifying, and managing attestations, resulting in a robust, more collaborative ecosystem.
Mechanic three: Synergy mining and supermodular games encourage members to collaborate and create synergistic value within the Decentragora ecosystem. By recognizing and rewarding the value generated through cooperation, this mechanic promotes a positive-sum mindset and fosters a culture of collaboration and shared success.
The third mechanisms design revolves around the following;
- Identification
- Quantification
- Rewarding synergistic value generated through collaboration.
This design aims to create a system that incentivizes cooperation and mutual benefit while minimizing the potential for exploitation or manipulation.
Metrics used to evaluate the performance and impact of mechanic three includes:
- The level of cooperation between members.
- The extent of synergistic value created.
- The overall contribution of each member to the Decentragora ecosystem.
We designed these metrics to provide a comprehensive and accurate assessment of the value of each collaboration, ensuring that rewards get distributed relatively and proportionately.
Point models get utilized within the third mechanism to quantify the value of collaboration and assign corresponding rewards to participants. These models consider the various metrics used to assess synergistic value, ensuring that rewards get allocated fairly and proportionately among collaborators.
Implementing the third mechanic involves using advanced game theory, mathematical modelling, and decentralized technologies to create a secure and transparent system for managing and rewarding collaboration within the Decentragora ecosystem. This implementation should lead to increased cooperation, collaboration, and the generation of synergistic value among community members.
As a result of mechanic three, Decentragora should experience a higher degree of collaboration and the creation of synergistic value within its ecosystem. This should lead to the development of innovative projects, the growth of the community, and overall improvement in the quality of initiatives within the ecosystem.
The impact of mechanism three has the potential to be significant, promoting a positive-sum mindset and fostering a culture of collaboration and shared success within Decentragora, which may result in a stronger, more resilient, innovative community capable of addressing complex challenges and generating sustainable solutions.
While mechanic three should successfully promote collaboration and synergistic value creation within Decentragora, challenges will remain in ensuring the fairness and accuracy of the reward distribution process. Future developments will focus on refining the mechanisms design, improving the accuracy of metrics and point models, and leveraging emerging technologies to enhance the transparency and security of the system.
The reward system outlined in mechanic three— Synergy mining and supermodular games —is a vital component of Decentragora's incentive system, promoting collaboration and generating synergistic value within the community. This mechanic employs advanced game theory, mathematical modelling, and decentralized technologies to create a secure and transparent system for managing and rewarding collaboration, leading to a more robust, innovative ecosystem.
A regenerative governance model is a holistic approach to managing Decentragora's ecosystem, emphasizing adaptability, sustainability, and resilience. This model combines decentralized governance structures, innovative tokenomics, and continuous learning and evolution to ensure the long-term success and sustainability of the Decentragora community.
The tri-cameral governance structure is a unique aspect of Decentragora's regenerative governance model, consisting of three distinct chambers:
The Chamber of Visionaries is responsible for setting the overall strategic direction of Decentragora, defining long-term goals, and identifying key initiatives to support the ecosystem's growth and development. This chamber comprises thought leaders, domain experts, and long-term contributors to the Decentragora community.
The Chamber of Stewards is responsible for implementing the strategic vision set forth by the Chamber of Visionaries. The chamber of Stewards ensures resources get allocated effectively, projects get executed efficiently, and the ecosystem operates in alignment with its long-term objectives. Stewards have experienced members with a proven track record of successful project management and execution.
The Chamber of Delegates is responsible for representing the diverse interests of the Decentragora community and ensuring that all voices are heard and considered in the decision-making process. Delegates are elected by community members and serve as a bridge between the broader community and the other two chambers.
The holonic tokenomics model is a dual-token system thoughtfully crafted to support a regenerative governance model and incentivize sustainable, regenerative practices within the Decentragora ecosystem.
The dual-token system is structured around two primary tokens with distinct roles and functions to facilitate the community's growth and development while emphasizing sustainability and collaboration.
The Agora Token (AGT) is the Community token used within Decentragora, serving as a medium of exchange, a store of value, and a unit of account for the collective.
The Demokratia Tokens (DMT) represent voting power and influence within the governance system.
Sub-tokens get created for specific projects and initiatives, allowing for more granular control over resource allocation and incentives. Such as Time-based credits, Local tokens, Kipp credits etc.
The holonic tokenomics model incentivizes regenerative practices by rewarding community members who engage in sustainable activities, contribute to the ecosystem's growth, and embody the values of the Decentragora community— including participating in governance, collaborating on projects, and promoting positive-sum outcomes.
Adaptive token distribution ensures that tokens get allocated in a way that supports the long-term health and sustainability of the Decentragora ecosystem. This approach considers various factors, such as contribution level, reputation, and the impact of individual actions on the ecosystem's overall well-being.
Decentragora employs smart contracts and decentralized oracles to automate and secure various aspects of its governance and tokenomics systems, including managing token distribution, voting processes, and the execution of project milestones. In addition, decentralized oracles provide reliable, tamper-proof data to inform smart contract execution and decision-making processes.
Perpetual learning and evolution are fundamental principles of the regenerative governance model. Ensuring that Decentragora continuously adapts and improves its systems and processes in response to new information, challenges, and opportunities— achieved through ongoing community feedback, research, collaboration, and integrating emerging technologies and best practices.
Decentragora employs an anti-Sybil ID mechanism and a decentralized reputation system to protect the integrity of its governance and tokenomics systems. The anti-Sybil ID mechanism prevents bad actors from gaming the system through multiple accounts or false identities. In contrast, the decentralized reputation system tracks and rewards the contributions and behaviour of community members, fostering a culture of trust, cooperation, and accountability.
The social graph is a critical component of Decentragora's trust and reputation infrastructure, mapping the relationships between community members and their contributions to the ecosystem. This information informs the allocation of resources, incentives, and decision-making processes. Collective maintenance refers to the ongoing efforts by community members to nurture and support the social graph, ensuring its accuracy, relevance, and value.
The Metagora Access Card is a digital identity solution that serves as an interactive passport for Decentragora citizens. It securely stores and manages personal information, reputation scores, and token holdings while enabling seamless interactions with the Decentragora ecosystem, including voting, participating in projects, and accessing resources.
Decentragora's tokenomics model facilitates a thriving, sustainable ecosystem that incentivizes positive-sum behaviour, fosters collaboration, and promotes regenerative practices.
The model employs a dual-token system, staking and locking mechanisms, and various economic game models to ensure a robust and resilient economic foundation. The tokenomics model also fosters decentralized governance, creates a regenerative and resilient world, and enables continuous evolution through open research and collaboration.
Community tokens get used to access services, participate in the ecosystem, and incentivize positive-sum behaviour. Drawing inspiration from the success of Community and Local currencies.
Fixed total supply of 1 billion AGT tokens, subject to change via governance proposals.
AGT tokens are crucial for the following: i. Accessing services and resources in the Decentragora ecosystem. ii. Participating in various Decentragora activities. iii. Incentivizing collaboration and the creation of public goods.
Governance tokens get used for voting and staking in Decentragora's governance processes. Fixed total supply of 10 million DMT tokens, subject to change via governance proposals.
DMT tokens serve the following purposes: i. Giving holders the right to participate in governance decisions. ii. Enabling stakeholders to have a say in the future development of the ecosystem. iii. Providing an incentive for long-term commitment to the collective's success.
The token distribution strategy ensures a broad, inclusive initial distribution while providing ongoing incentives for active participation and ecosystem growth.
i. 40-50% for community-focused events such as airdrops and rewards: Ensuring wide distribution and accessibility to diverse participants. ii. 10-20% for liquidity mining programs: Encouraging early adopters to provide liquidity and support the growth of Decentragora's financial ecosystem. iii. 15% for the team and early contributors (vested over 2 years): Recognizing and rewarding the efforts of those who contributed to the project's inception and development. iv. 10% for ecosystem development and partnerships: Allowing for strategic collaborations and fostering the growth of the Decentragora ecosystem. v. 10% for educational initiatives (Akademia and Lyceum): Supporting educational programs that advance the understanding and adoption of Decentragora's principles and technologies. vi. 5% for community treasury: Funding future developments, community initiatives, and unforeseen contingencies.
The Nectar of Continuity is an ongoing distribution model designed to reward ecosystem members for maintaining engagement and encouraging active participation. i. Staking rewards: Users who stake their tokens can earn rewards, creating long-term commitment incentives. ii. Referral programs: Encouraging users to bring new participants into the ecosystem, expanding the community and increasing network effects. iii. Incentives for active involvement, collaboration, and contribution: Recognizing and rewarding those who contribute positively to the ecosystem's growth and development.
Staking and locking mechanisms are essential to Decentragora's tokenomics model, encouraging long-term participation and commitment to the ecosystem. AGT tokens i. Stake or lock to access premium services, earn rewards, and contribute to the ecosystem's growth. ii. The annual issuance rate for staking AGT will be determined through governance proposals, allowing for community-driven adjustments to the model over time. DMT tokens i. Stake or lock to participate in governance processes, enabling users to have a say in the ecosystem's future. ii. The lock duration will range from 1 month to 2 years, with voting power increasing proportionally to the lock duration. This mechanism incentivizes long-term commitment to the platform and its governance.
Membership NFTs serve as a unique identifier for each participant in the Decentragora ecosystem.
The NFT is an escrow and governance vehicle that encapsulates the member's reputation and staked tokens within their Metagora Access Card.
This innovative approach allows for the following: i. Seamlessly integrating reputation and token holdings into a single digital asset. ii. Enhanced security and transparency in governance processes, as each participant's identity and stake get directly tied to their Metagora Access Card.
Decentragora employs various economic models and mechanisms to create a dynamic and balanced ecosystem.
- Quadratic Funding
- A mechanism that optimizes the allocation of funds to public goods projects based on community preferences, ensuring a more equitable distribution of resources.
- Harberger Tax
- A property tax system that encourages the efficient allocation of resources and discourages hoarding by requiring users to pay a tax based on the self-assessed value of their assets.
- Token-Curated Registries (TCR)
- A decentralized curation system that incentivizes users to curate high-quality content, services, or other resources through token-based voting.
- Schelling Point Games
- A coordination mechanism that incentivizes users to converge on a focal point or consensus, promoting cooperation and collaboration within the ecosystem.
- Value Flow Model
- The value flow model is a holistic approach to understanding and optimizing the flow of value within the ecosystem, considering various factors such as incentives, network effects, and stakeholder interests.
A sub-court of Kleros or a decentralized court system will get implemented to facilitate dispute resolution and ensure fairness within the ecosystem. Smart contracts and token incentives will encourage honest behaviour and facilitate conflict resolution. Community members can serve as jurors, participating in the resolution process and contributing to the overall fairness of the system.
Decentragora encourages open research and collaboration by allocating a portion of the community treasury to fund sustainable public goods, open-source projects, infrastructure development, and educational initiatives.
This focus on open research and collaboration promotes the following: Continuous innovation and improvement within the ecosystem. Sharing knowledge and resources to accelerate the development and adoption of decentralized governance models. collaboration between diverse stakeholders, fostering a more inclusive and resilient ecosystem.
Metagora Access Card holders can exchange AGT to DMT at 1:1, with DMT tokens locked in the Metagora Access Card upon conversion.
This exchange mechanism: i. Allows a seamless transition between utility and governance tokens. ii. Encourages active participation in the governance process, as users can directly convert their utility tokens into voting power.
Members can liquidate DMT tokens within a Metagora Access Card, incurring a penalty based on the time remaining on the lock. The penalty ranges from 0% to 60% of the tokens, decreasing linearly as the time lock decreases.
The exit mechanism: i. Encourages long-term commitment to the ecosystem by penalizing premature exits. ii. Ensures that those who leave the ecosystem early contribute a portion of their tokens back to the community treasury. 8.11 Summary To summarize, we purposefully designed the tokenomics of Decentragora to foster a thriving ecosystem using a solid economic foundation that incentivizes positive-sum behaviour, collaboration, and sustainable practices. The dual-token system, staking mechanisms, and various economic game models create a robust, dynamic and resilient environment for decentralized governance and regenerative culture.
The Decentragora tokenomics model encourages open research, collaboration, and continuous evolution by embracing decentralized governance and regenerative practices. Furthermore, the model is adaptive and subject to change via governance proposals, ensuring that the ecosystem can evolve and adapt to the needs of its participants and the broader community.
Ultimately, Decentragora's economic model aims to create a decentralized, inclusive, and sustainable ecosystem that empowers individuals and communities to contribute to a more equitable and resilient world.
The Decentragora ecosystem uses established and emerging decentralized technologies and open-source libraries such as the OPStack.
The stack includes:
- Smart contracts: Solidity, Vyper
- Blockchain: Ethereum, Optimism, zkSync or Arbitrum
- Decentralized storage: IPFS, Pinata
- Decentralized identity: DID, Ceramic
- Frontend: React, Redux, Web3.js
- Backend: Node.js, GraphQL
While Decentragora offers a promising solution to many challenges facing traditional governance and economic systems, it has limitations.
Key challenges include: Ensuring the security and privacy of user data. Managing the complexities of decentralized governance. Addressing potential issues related to scalability & network congestion.
Additionally, the platform must overcome barriers to adoption, including regulatory hurdles and the need for widespread digital literacy.
The scalability of Decentragora depends on the EVM and other infrastructures such as Alchemy or Infura. As the collective grows, we will most likely transition to a more scalable solution or a layer three (L3) specifically designed to facilitate the transactions and development of the collective.
As a collective, we put focus on security and scalability. As such, we want a sustainable future where collectives host infrastructure and build distribution channels for technological development.
One significant outlier in the industry is the need for physical infrastructure such as;
- Collaborative spaces
- Event areas
- Hardware
- Information centers
- Research centers
A big portion of our focus is on these exact needs.
Maintaining privacy for participants while ensuring transparency and accountability is a challenge. Decentragora must balance these requirements to build trust and maintain a healthy ecosystem.
Navigating the regulatory landscape is essential for the long-term success of Decentragora. Therefore, the project must ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including those related to digital assets, privacy, and data protection.
As a decentralized ecosystem, Decentragora must foster a culture of cooperation and open communication among stakeholders. However, achieving alignment on goals, priorities, and decision-making processes can be challenging, especially as the community grows.
The Decentragora team will continuously explore new technologies and approaches to improve the ecosystem. Including using zero-knowledge proofs for privacy or incorporating AI/ML algorithms for reputation and decision-making systems.
Decentragora will actively seek partnerships with other projects, researchers, and organizations in decentralized governance, regenerative culture, and sustainable development.
The team will focus on onboarding new members, fostering a vibrant community, and encouraging the development of tools, applications, and services that leverage the Decentragora platform.
Decentragora proposes an innovative solution to decentralized governance and economics, combining state-of-the-art mathematical concepts, game theory, and the EVM to establish a resilient, regenerative ecosystem.
The platform incorporates features such as;
- Tri-cameral governance framework
- Holonic tokenomics model
- Dynamic reward systems
These features, in unison, cultivate a synergistic, cooperative environment that promotes trust, collaboration, and collective success.
Decentragora introduces a novel approach to decentralized governance, combining mathematical foundations, regenerative culture, Ethereum/EVM and blockchain technology to create an inclusive, sustainable, and adaptive system.
By promoting positive-sum behaviour and incentivizing cooperation, Decentragora has the potential to transform how communities collaborate to address shared challenges and achieve common goals.
Decentragora proposes a groundbreaking approach to decentralized governance and economics, utilizing sophisticated mathematical principles, game theory, and the EVM to establish a sustainable, regenerative ecosystem. The platform's unique aspects, such as its tri-cameral governance structure, holonic tokenomics model, and flexible reward systems, encourage forming a positive-sum, cooperative environment that fosters trust, collaboration, and mutual prosperity.
Decentragora offers an experimental governance model, empowering individuals to shape their communities while actively fostering resilience and long-term sustainability.
The tokenomics and economic models implemented by Decentragora aim to cultivate a flourishing ecosystem in which participants get incentivized to contribute to the collective's development and success.
The Decentragora collective pushes the boundaries of what is possible with decentralized technologies, driving innovation in smart contracts, decentralized identity, and tokenomics.
Decentragora represents a bold step forward in the evolution of decentralized governance and economics, offering a vision of a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.
While the collective's success will ultimately depend on its ability to overcome various challenges and limitations, the innovative design presented herein and its commitment to continuous learning and evolution provide a strong foundation for positive change.
Decentragora represents a step forward in the evolution of decentralized governance, showcasing how technology, mathematics, and regenerative culture can come together to create a more equitable and sustainable future.
By fostering collaboration, trust, and shared values, Decentragora has the potential to inspire a global movement toward regenerative and resilient societies. As the project matures, it will serve as a blueprint for communities and organizations seeking to embrace decentralized governance, sustainability, and positive-sum thinking.
As Decentragora matures and expands, it will demonstrate the power of decentralized, cooperative systems in addressing the complex challenges of the 21st century. Decentragora paves the way for a more just, equitable, and sustainable world by providing a platform that incentivizes cooperation, shared learning, and collective action.
In conclusion, Decentragora represents a bold new vision for the future of decentralized governance and regenerative culture. Through its innovative tokenomics model, mathematical foundations, and focus on sustainability, it has the potential to transform the way communities collaborate and drive change. As the ecosystem grows and adapts, Decentragora will stand as a testament to the power of collective intelligence, creativity, and shared values in building a better world for all.
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