An Interdisciplinary Approach to the Coordination Layer of DAOs and the Design of Token Economies

Irene Domenicale (), Cristina Toti, Sowelu Avanzo, Cristina Viano and Claudio Schifanella
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Irene Domenicale: University of Camerino
Cristina Toti: University of Turin
Sowelu Avanzo: University of Turin
Cristina Viano: University of Turin
Claudio Schifanella: University of Turin

A chapter in Decentralized Autonomous Organizations—Governance, Technology, and Legal Perspectives, 2026, pp 53-68 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract This study explores blockchain applications designed for local communities, emphasizing tokenization as a tool to foster socio-economic participation, social inclusion, and collective action. Unlike market-driven cryptocurrencies, these applications require governance and token systems tailored to collaborative objectives. We propose a preliminary method that integrates sociological principles into tokenomics design, moving beyond traditional market-oriented models. This interdisciplinary approach not only enhances the accessibility of blockchain toolkits for developers and community members alike but also provides a robust methodological foundation for implementing effective tokenized systems at the DAO coordination layer.

Keywords: Blockchain for local communities; DAO coordination layer; Token economy; Web3 toolkit (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-03273-7_4

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