SHIB DAO is a comprehensive decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) ecosystem built on Shibarium that empowers the Shiba Inu community through transparent, on-chain governance. This system enables community members to participate in key decisions, propose initiatives, and shape the future of the Shiba Inu ecosystem through a sophisticated token-weighted voting mechanism.

Doggy DAOs

Official ecosystem DAOs managed by SHIB admins with multiple governance strategies.

Community DAOs

Grassroots DAOs created by community members with flexible governance structures.

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Core Architecture

SHIB DAO operates on a dual-layer governance system designed for both ecosystem-wide decisions and community-driven initiatives:

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Governance Model

The SHIB DAO implements a sophisticated governance model that combines:
  • Token-weighted voting: Voting power based on holdings of ecosystem tokens
  • Karma-based privileges: Additional rights earned through active participation
  • Multi-strategy proposals: Flexible voting mechanisms for different proposal types
  • Off-chain execution: Gasless governance actions for accessibility
All governance actions in SHIB DAO are processed off-chain to eliminate gas fees and ensure maximum accessibility for all participants.

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SHIB Ecosystem Tokens

Participation in SHIB DAO governance is determined by holdings of the following ecosystem tokens:
Primary Governance Token
  • Purpose: Main governance and staking token for Shibarium
  • Voting Power: Highest weight in governance decisions
  • Staking: Used for validator staking on Shibarium network
  • Utility: Core token for ecosystem governance and network security

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Doggy DAOs

Doggy DAOs are the four official DAOs within the Shiba Inu ecosystem, each serving specific governance purposes. For a comprehensive guide to each DAO, see our detailed Doggy DAOs documentation.
Each Doggy DAO supports multiple governance strategies, allowing proposers to select the most appropriate voting mechanism for their specific initiative.

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Community DAOs

Community DAOs represent grassroots governance initiatives created by Shibzens (community members) on the Shibarium network:

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Key Characteristics

  • Creator: Any community member with an SNS domain
  • Management: Fully community-driven with flexible governance
  • Scope: Focused on specific interests, projects, or initiatives
  • Independence: Operate autonomously from official ecosystem DAOs

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Creation Requirements

1

Obtain SNS Domain

Purchase a Shib Name Service (SNS) domain from d3.app/shib for a small fee.
Your SNS domain serves as your unique identifier and access credential for DAO creation.
2

Connect Wallet

Ensure the wallet used to purchase your SNS domain is the same one you’ll use for DAO creation.
DAO creation requires the same wallet that owns your SNS domain for security verification.
3

Define Governance Structure

Choose your DAO’s governance parameters:
  • Voting mechanisms
  • Proposal requirements
  • Participation thresholds
  • Execution processes
4

Launch DAO

Submit your DAO creation proposal with all required parameters and launch your community governance initiative.

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Karma and SNS System

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Karma Points

Karma represents your active participation and contribution to the ecosystem:

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Shib Name Service (SNS)

SNS provides unique on-chain identities for DAO participation:
  • Unique Identifiers: Each SNS domain is unique across the ecosystem
  • Access Control: Required for DAO creation and management
  • Security: Ensures proper wallet ownership verification
  • Integration: Seamlessly connects with all SHIB DAO features

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Technical Infrastructure

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Shibarium Integration

SHIB DAO leverages Shibarium’s Layer 2 infrastructure for:
  • Scalability: High-throughput governance operations
  • Cost Efficiency: Minimal transaction costs for participants
  • Security: Enterprise-grade blockchain security
  • Interoperability: Seamless integration with ecosystem tools

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Off-Chain Governance

All governance actions are processed off-chain for optimal user experience:
  • Gasless Operations: No gas fees for voting or proposal creation
  • Instant Results: Real-time governance action processing
  • Accessibility: Participation regardless of technical expertise
  • Efficiency: Optimized for high-frequency governance activities
The off-chain architecture ensures that governance participation is accessible to all community members, regardless of their technical knowledge or gas fee considerations.

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Key Features

Multi-Strategy Voting

Support for various voting mechanisms including token-weighted, quadratic, and time-locked voting.

Community-Driven

Both official and grassroots DAOs empower community participation and decision-making.

Karma-Based Privileges

Active participation rewards users with enhanced governance rights and privileges.

SNS Integration

Secure identity management through Shib Name Service domains.

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Getting Started

1

Acquire Ecosystem Tokens

Purchase SHIB, BONE, LEASH, or TREAT tokens to gain voting power in respective DAOs.
Token holdings determine your voting power and governance participation rights.
2

Connect Your Wallet

Connect your wallet to the SHIB DAO portal to access governance features.
Ensure you’re using the official SHIB DAO portal to avoid phishing attempts.
3

Start Participating

Begin voting on proposals and earning Karma through active participation using the SHIB DAO portal.
Your first vote will start building your Karma and governance reputation.
4

Consider Creating a DAO

If you have an SNS domain, explore creating your own Community DAO for specific initiatives.
SHIB DAO represents a comprehensive governance ecosystem designed to be open, inclusive, and adaptable, giving every community member a voice in the evolution of the Shiba Inu ecosystem while maintaining the highest standards of security and efficiency.