Cardano was founded and launched by IOG, Emurgo, and the Cardano Foundation. To a great extent these entities still lead development and decision-making for the network; in other words, it is largely “Centralized”.

Someday, however, this power will be transferred entirely into the hands of Cardano-holders. The Cardano network will be managed by a Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO). Project Catalyst is the proving ground and laboratory for the Cardano Community to learn what it means to function as a DAO:

• What works, and what doesn’t?
• What is inspiring, and what is discouraging?
• How can we hold collaboration in one hand, and accountability in the other?
• How can we be inclusive and global in light of diverse…