Aragon DAO News Summary

Game theory research on Public Good Games finds new applications in blockchain technology. @0xPaella demonstrates how Impact Evaluators could revolutionize tokenomics: - Addresses common death spirals in crypto projects - Provides sustainable funding for public goods - Builds on established game theory principles This development comes amid growing concerns about speculative tokenomics in Web3 gaming. Previous models often led to unsustainable farming and eventual project collapse. Impact Evaluators offer a potential solution by: - Rewarding genuine engagement over speculation - Creating sustainable economic models - Aligning incentives for long-term project health

**Aragon introduces seamless integration** of any EVM-compatible address into DAO governance structures. Key updates: - Support for multisigs, external contracts, and Safe wallets - No-code setup for adding governance bodies - Direct integration with OpenZeppelin contracts - Enhanced DAO-to-DAO connectivity The update enables organizations to manage approvals, decisions, and veto powers through a unified interface. This streamlines governance processes while maintaining onchain transparency. [Learn more about the update](https://blog.aragon.org/new-in-the-aragon-app-governance-and-access-control-with-any-address/)

Aragon has published their second Product Digest highlighting key platform improvements: - Added support for new networks including Celo, Optimism, and Peaq - Enhanced user interface for better navigation and functionality - Introduced new tooling features for DAO management - Enabled EVM-compatible addresses as governing bodies The updates focus on improving accessibility and expanding network compatibility for organizations building onchain. [Read the full digest](https://blog.aragon.org/product-digest-002-new-chains-better-ux/)

Aragon app now enables organizations to create customized proposal types for different governance needs. Key features include: - Specialized flows for treasury, grants, upgrades, and membership - Configurable voting thresholds and multi-stage approvals - Veto windows and timelocks - Role-based permissions The modular system allows organizations to implement tailored governance without coding. Each proposal type can have unique parameters and workflows, moving beyond one-size-fits-all solutions. *Try it now at* [app.aragon.org](https://app.aragon.org)

Aragon has introduced its Value Accrual Toolkit, featuring two key components: - **veLocker System**: Implements time-weighted voting power through token locking, encouraging long-term commitment - **Gauges**: Enables token holders to direct capital allocation and emissions through voting The toolkit aims to bridge the gap between governance and value creation in onchain organizations. Key features include: - Customizable lock durations and voting power - Resource allocation across predefined categories - KPI-based payouts and bribe markets - Analytics and optimization tools Currently managing $35B+ in assets across 10,000+ organizations. [Learn more](https://blog.aragon.org/the-value-accrual-toolkit-tokenomic-primitives-for-network-incentive-alignment/)