Cardano has been steadily advancing its on-chain governance since the Chang hardfork in September 2024. Key milestones include global workshops, a constitutional convention, a second hardfork allowing governance actions, and budget proposals by Intersect and Pragma.
One crucial governance parameter in discussion is gov_action_deposit, which currently requires 100,000 ADA to submit a governance proposal. This deposit acts like a refundable security measure to deter spam and ensure only serious proposals move forward. While it prevents system abuse, some in the community find it too high, prompting a new solution—CoSponsor, a Catalyst-funded platform by Sundae Labs, enabling users to collectively fund proposals.
As governance evolves, balancing accessibility and security remains key. What do you think—is 100,000 ADA too high, too low, or just right?
Read the full article here: Gov Action Deposit