An AAVE token holder has suggested a "poison pill" strategy for the DAO to take control of Aave Labs' intellectual property and revenue amid concerns over a recent integration that redirected funds away from the DAO. This proposal reflects ongoing tensions regarding governance and revenue distribution between the Aave community and Aave Labs.

Coinbase's Ethereum Layer 2 project, Base, is hiring a token and governance research specialist to develop its token strategy and governance roadmap. The position aims to formalize plans for decentralization and community engagement as part of Base's growth strategy.