DAO vs Governance Token

Quick comparison to help you distinguish these two crypto terms.

DAO
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fundamentals

A blockchain-based organization governed by token holders through transparent voting on proposals, operating through smart contracts without traditional corporate hierarchy or centralized leadership.

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Governance Token
intermediate
fundamentals

A governance token is a cryptocurrency that grants holders voting rights over a decentralized protocol's decisions, enabling community-driven control without centralized management.

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