Developed by Nneoma (StableLab) and Abidemi
In decentralized systems, moving fast is difficult. Decisions take longer because you need to gather input, build consensus, and allow time for discussion. That’s often a good thing, because you earn legitimacy by showing that the process was fair, transparent, and open to the people affected.
But not everything can wait. In emergencies especially, speed matters. Whether it’s a bug in a smart contract or a critical funding deadline, sometimes you need to act quickly. Too much delay can cause real harm.
With mechanisms like the Security Council, Scroll can act quickly in high-risk situations. It’s a safeguard that allows for fast response when needed, while still maintaining transparency and accountability to the broader DAO.
DAOs are built on the idea that everyone should have a voice. But what happens when not everyone has the context or experience to evaluate a complex proposal?
More participation means more perspectives, better alignment with community values, and stronger legitimacy. But there’s a limit. If too many uninformed or disengaged voters show up, decision quality can suffer. At the same time, putting all the power in the hands of experts can make the system feel exclusive or top-down.
The answer isn’t one or the other. It’s about creating systems that let people delegate power to trusted experts, while still allowing room for community engagement and education.