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Fresh Perspectives
galaxy Research has proposed a new voting system for Solana’s inflation rate after previous attempts failed to reach consensus. The initiative,called “Multiple election Stake-weight Aggregation” (MESA),aims to create a more flexible and market-driven approach to determining the future emissions of the SOL token.
New Voting Proposal
The MESA proposal allows validators to vote on various deflation rates rather of just yes/no options. This weighted average method could lead to better agreement on inflation adjustments. As a notable example, if 50% support a 30% deflation rate while others prefer different rates, the final decision would reflect an aggregate outcome.
- Key features:
– Maintains a fixed terminal inflation rate at 1.5%.
– Offers multiple voting options for validators.
This approach addresses issues from previous proposals that struggled with binary voting systems and aims for broader community alignment on inflation strategies.
Benefits of MESA
The new system encourages validators to express their preferences along a spectrum rather than limiting them to binary choices. It also ensures predictability in Solana’s inflation curve while striving towards community goals without dictating specific outcomes.
- Current Inflation Context:
– Starts at 8% annually, decreasing by 15% each year until reaching 1.5%.- Current supply inflation is at 4.6%,with over half of SOL staked.
By adopting this innovative model, Galaxy Research hopes to enhance decision-making within the Solana ecosystem and foster greater collaboration among stakeholders.
Final Thoughts
Galaxy Research’s MESA proposal represents an exciting shift in how Solana can manage its token emissions through improved voter engagement and flexibility in decision-making processes.
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