drep.collective

DRep ID | drep1ydwtnlvdd8atlj5c5ylgw4kg5e640vyt8resattrjmwufyg4qclf7

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

We’re the drep.collective — currently consisting of @bastian_SHARE, @andi_lightup & @SchlegelQuirin. Below, you’ll find our policy goals and vision for Cardano governance.✨

Objectives:
We are committed to advancing Cardano through innovation, financial sustainability, and community-driven governance. As the drep.collective, we aim to shape Cardano’s strategic direction, keeping it decentralized, forward-looking, and at the cutting edge of innovation.

We strive to bridge communities by representing both the German-speaking Cardano community and global voices, ensuring diverse perspectives are reflected in governance.

Our focus is on financial sustainability, supporting balanced treasury management to maintain stability without sacrificing growth. We stand for freedom, self-sovereignty, and decentralization, protecting transparency and inclusivity while resisting centralization pressures.

We are also dedicated to education and community engagement, enabling hackathons, governance discussions, and meetups to inspire collaboration and innovation, ensuring the Cardano community remains strong and the blockchain itself secure, scalable, and resilient.

Motivations:
As the drep.collective, we believe Cardano can transform economic, political, and social systems through decentralization and blockchain technology. It is uniquely positioned to build a fairer, more inclusive, and sustainable future—one that promotes transparency, pushes power to the edges, and empowers individuals and communities globally.

We are driven by the belief that collaborative governance and responsible leadership are key to Cardano’s long-term success. By fostering education, engagement, and innovation, we aim to equip communities with tools to address real-world challenges and drive meaningful change.

Our commitment to freedom, self-sovereignty, and financial responsibility guides us in advocating for transparent, accountable, and resilient governance. We see this as an opportunity to help Cardano grow while preserving the values of decentralization and openness that unite its community.

Qualifications:
The drep.collective brings together expertise in business, finance, digitalization, technology, philosophy, and community leadership—united by a shared commitment to Cardano’s mission. Our members hold advanced degrees in finance, international management, and computer science, with academic focuses on digitalization, economics, ethics, and Web 3.0 strategies.

We have experience as stake pool operators, content creators with 30,000+ followers, and educators focused on blockchain adoption. Our collective also includes a software developer who has secured Catalyst funding and built open-source Cardano blockchain tools. Collectively, we’ve served as delegates and co-hosts at key governance events, including the Cardano Constitutional Convention and Synthesis Workshops.

Together, we combine academic knowledge, technical expertise, and community leadership to strengthen Cardano as a decentralized, resilient, and innovative ecosystem.

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

Finally, we voted *YES on Cardano in Oceania – A Community-Led Strategic Plan for Growth*
Though it didn’t pass, we believe it was a well-structured, community-driven initiative by trusted long-time contributors. A missed opportunity, but a valuable effort.

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

Hey Cardano community!💙
wanted to share how we voted on several recent governance proposals and why. Transparency and thoughtful decision-making matter — here’s our take 👇

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

*SNEK Loan Proposal: YES!*
It’s the first-ever loan from the Treasury — an innovative approach with repayment and interest, aligning incentives across the ecosystem. Despite some risks, we see more upside from it and the @snek team has shown strong execution skills in the past!

[Charles Hoskinson @IOHK_Charles]

The road to Omega is full of challenges and surprises, but it will solve the pillar of scalability once and for all. Midnight and partnerchains give us interoperability, and we are well on our way to governance being recursively self-improving.

Cardano is the ONLY true 3rd generation blockchain. The rest took shortcuts. We chose innovation and progress.

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

Great initiative! Bravo, @Cardano_CF! 👏🏻🙂

[Cardano Foundation @Cardano_CF]

Unveiling the next phase of our roadmap for Cardano adoption.

• 8-figures $ada for stablecoin liquidity
• DeFi liquidity initiatives support
• 220M ada delegation to new DReps
• $10M+ RWA launch
• 2M ada to the Venture Hub
• Expanded promotion & adoption

Thread: 🧵

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

@indi_gital @Bastian_SHARE @RareEvo @Cardano_CF 🙋🏼‍♂️🙂

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

@JesperFluX 🙋🏼‍♂️

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[drep.collective @drepcollective]

We voted yes on this governance action—strong collectives and individuals in the new Constitutional Committee!

[Intersect @IntersectMBO]

Updating the Constitutional Committee is now on-chain!

And another Cardano first: DReps and SPOs can now vote to officially replace the interim Constitutional Committee with Cardano's first fully-elected CC.

The current ICC will expire at the end of epoch 580, and this governance action’s expiry aligns with that deadline to ensure a seamless transition.

Following the results of the CC election process, DReps and SPOs will be voting to ratify and enact the following seven members:

@CardanoAtlantic
@tingvard
@EasternCardano
@_KtorZ_
@AceAlliance_CC
@Cardanojp_icc
@phil_uplc

Read more ➡️ https://t.co/Vdr0tJ8SHs
Vote now ➡️ https://t.co/xzib3JQED1

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

@drepcollective delivering these days!

Check out our very own @andi_lightup interviewing @IOHK_Charles

[LIGHT UP💡 @lightup_kryptos]

In this interview, @IOHK_Charles talks about the evolution of cryptocurrency, #Cardano Governance, the #Midnight Airdrop, #Bitcoin DeFi and more.

https://t.co/tv0K6gQCEQ

Thanks again for making this possible @jj_siler 🙏

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

Proud of our very own @SchlegelQuirin!
💪🏻😄

[QS @SchlegelQuirin]

Happy Hackathon Winners 🥳 🏆
Let‘s COF 😮‍💨 Cardano Open Funding.

[Bastian | SHARE @Bastian_SHARE]

It’s worth reminding:
1. We’ve been laser-focused on decentralization from day one — unlike most projects from our era and beyond.

2. Since early 2021, we’ve been the most decentralized chain in the space.

3. With our governance model, we’re still the only truly decentralized chain — no other major chain even attempts community-driven on-chain governance.

So let’s not give VC-backed chains — or the BTC and ETH maxis — any space to rewrite this narrative.

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

@krissbaird Fully agreed - @krissbaird!

The 200M Ada NCL would undermine the entire already far-along 2025 budget process. That is why we voted “no”. If you are looking for a Drep representing this stance (and your voice) consider delegating to us @drepcollective.

https://t.co/sEa8KeI3wf

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

@krissbaird Fully agreed - @krissbaird!

The 200M Ada NCL would undermine the entire already far-along 2025 budget process. That is why we voted “no”. If you are looking for a Drep representing this stance (and your voice) consider delegating to us @drepcollective.

https://t.co/sEa8KeI3wf

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

4/9 2025 Cardano NCL (200M ADA)
❌ Voted NO
This proposal attempts to override the previously approved 350M ADA net change limit and would undermine the already approved 275M budget. We respect prior decisions and see no justification for undermining the approved budget.

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

@bigpey Agreed! Check us out and consider delegating 🙃

https://t.co/a7JbiaYbyj

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

drep.collective Voting Decisions – 2025 Cardano Blockchain Ecosystem Budget & Current Governance Actions
We’ve cast our votes on the 2025 budget and six live proposals. Here’s what we voted on, how we decided, and why. Transparency is a cornerstone of our mission as a DRep.🧵👇

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

@JaromirTesar Agreed and our extensive thread here is kind of a proof 🙃 Consider delegating to us if you want to change this dynamic!

https://t.co/a7JbiaYbyj

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

drep.collective Voting Decisions – 2025 Cardano Blockchain Ecosystem Budget & Current Governance Actions
We’ve cast our votes on the 2025 budget and six live proposals. Here’s what we voted on, how we decided, and why. Transparency is a cornerstone of our mission as a DRep.🧵👇

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

9/9 Closing Thoughts
Each vote reflects our values, rationale, and motivations as outlined below. We — @bastian_SHARE, @andi_lightup & @SchlegelQuirin — are proud to represent @drepcollective in these historic times for Cardano and decentralized governance.
https://t.co/BaeDKOiKm2

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

drep.collective Voting Decisions – 2025 Cardano Blockchain Ecosystem Budget & Current Governance Actions
We’ve cast our votes on the 2025 budget and six live proposals. Here’s what we voted on, how we decided, and why. Transparency is a cornerstone of our mission as a DRep.🧵👇

[drep.collective @drepcollective]

8/9 Data Not Verifiable Governance Action (50M ADA for DeFi Liquidity)
❌ Voted NO
While submitted by trusted community members, it raises serious concerns:
– No clear ownership/stewardship of funds
– Legal and execution risks
– Top-down DeFi liquidity is not the answer.
Growth should be organic, not centrally directed and also not without clear team expertise in finance.