Record-breaking turnout characterised Cardano\u2019s latest governance vote, with almost all tokens on the network contributing to the decision-making process.<\/p>\n
Per numbers, Input Output Global (IOG) CTO Romain Pellerin presented, 99.5%<\/a> of the 4.657 billion ADA in delegated stake was employed in casting votes through the Delegated Representatives system on the network.<\/p>\n The breakdown of voting showed decisive community sentiments. Among all votes cast, 76% or 3.57 billion ADA were for the suggested measure. Opposing it were 918 million votes, while 169 million were no-confidence votes. A minuscule percentage\u2014only 0.5% of the stake delegated\u2014chose not to cast their vote.<\/p>\n This voting session is a milestone in what Cardano refers to as its \u201cVoltaire governance era,\u201d named after the French Enlightenment author and philosopher.<\/p>\n #Cardano<\/a> decentralized governance in action: 99.5% participation of ADA 4.657B delegated stake https:\/\/t.co\/yCpHQ7zCKe<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Romain Pellerin (@rom1_pellerin) April 25, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n According to reports from network developers, Cardano has adopted a \u201cliquid democracy\u201d governance model that provides ADA holders with flexibility in their engagement. In this model, token holders can delegate their governance authority to Delegated Representatives (DReps) while retaining full control of their funds.<\/p>\n\n The voting power of such representatives is proportionate to the amount of ADA they are assigned. ADA holders are not tied down to their decisions either\u2014they can sell voting rights whenever they want, thus maintaining continuous control over who acts on their behalf.<\/p>\n DReps vote on all kinds of network-wide proposals, ranging from technical hard forks to treasury fund allocation decisions.<\/p>\n Recent Hard Fork Enabled Full Governance Features<\/p>\n The governance functionality exhibited in this ballot came into full effect after the Plomin hard fork finished in January 2025. This network update enabled core functionality of Cardano\u2019s governance system, such as treasury withdrawals, and made DReps\u2019 role official in the ecosystem.<\/p>\n BREAKING:<\/p>\n Cardano has recorded a staggering 99.5% voter turnout in its latest governance vote.<\/p>\n Making Cardano one of the most decentralized and actively engaged ecosystems in the world. pic.twitter.com\/M1tUP2kN1v<\/a><\/p>\nVote Results Indicate High Support For Proposal<\/h2>\n
How Cardano\u2019s Liquid Democracy Model Works<\/h2>\n