> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.onefinity.network/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.onefinity.network/onefinity-protocol/governance.md). # Governance Cryptographically secured distributed networks provide a neutral layer of decentralization, immutability, privacy and trust. Smart contracts can thus be used to both run provably fair electronic elections, or to buy them. Given their significant and far-reaching implications designing an effective governance mechanism for decentralized systems is a strenuous task. Mere extrapolations of real-world governance models are proving naive, and many crypto-networks will likely die due to flawed governance once their network will reach a sufficiently high value for a range of decisive attacks to be warranted. Thus, governance requires separate, in-depth consideration. The OneFinity governance model will be outlined in a future paper, to be released at a later stage, after the official launch of the OneFinity Network. Prior to that point, OneFinity will use a robust off-chain governance approach to ensure maximal speed and efficiency. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.onefinity.network/onefinity-protocol/governance.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.