Linea Announces Decentralized Governance and Upcoming Token Launch
Linea introduces decentralized governance through a Swiss non-profit association, empowering community members with legal rights and announces plans for a $LINEA token launch in Q1 2025.
Linea Announces Decentralized Governance and Upcoming Token Launch
Ted Hisokawa Nov 14, 2024 02:30
Linea introduces decentralized governance through a Swiss non-profit association, empowering community members with legal rights and announces plans for a $LINEA token launch in Q1 2025.
The blockchain landscape is poised for a significant shift as Linea, a network designed to counter the tech oligopoly, announces a new era of decentralized governance. According to linea.mirror.xyz , the company is establishing a Swiss non-profit association dedicated to developing its protocol and nurturing the ecosystem.
Decentralization and Community Empowerment
Linea's move to decentralize governance through the Linea Association aims to empower community members by providing unprecedented legal rights to tokenholders, surpassing the community empowerment seen in most DAOs. Nicolas Liochon, Founder of Linea, emphasized that decentralization is central to Linea’s vision, ensuring the protocol's future is shaped collaboratively by its community.
Upcoming $LINEA Token
In line with its decentralization efforts, Linea plans to launch a $LINEA token in Q1 2025. The token will provide governance rights to holders, backed by legal protections under Swiss law, and will feature multi-utility functionality. This development underscores Linea's commitment to creating a robust, community-driven ecosystem.
Building a Global Onchain Network
Leveraging zk rollup technology on Ethereum, Linea offers a fast, secure, and scalable network for assets, payments, and digital identity. Despite being only 15 months old, Linea has become the fastest-growing zkEVM, recording over 230 million transactions and partnering with 420 entities to enhance the web3 experience.
Key Components of Linea's Onchain Lifestyle
Linea's infrastructure supports a comprehensive onchain lifestyle:
- Payments: With the MetaMask Card, users can manage crypto payments directly from their wallets, converting to fiat at the point of payment, alongside a thriving DeFi ecosystem.
- Identity: Linea’s identity stack, including collaborations with ENS, empowers users to control their digital identity, fostering robust social interactions and offering new rewards.
- Data Control: Users gain control over personal and community data, moving beyond identity and financial assets to include intellectual property and social data.
By prioritizing community ownership and governance, Linea is positioning itself as a pivotal player in the blockchain space, with the Linea Association set to drive the network's evolution. As the world moves towards an onchain lifestyle, Linea invites voices from around the globe to join its journey.
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