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How Does DAO Governance Challenge the ‘Code Is Law’ Concept?

DAO governance allows token holders to vote on proposals that can change the underlying logic or parameters of a smart contract, such as adjusting interest rates or even upgrading the code. This introduces a human element and a mechanism for change, which directly challenges the absolute finality and immutability implied by the strict 'code is law' principle.

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