The foundational governance document establishing our mission, values, and operational framework for decentralized scientific research and innovation.
We the people, (hereinafter “Members”) who are holders of the Tokens of Membership (to be formally defined), of the Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) (hereinafter known as “EVO Labs DAO”), in order to form a perfect union, establish justice, insure tranquillity, promote general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty for ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution.
This Constitution establishes the broad objective of Evo Labs DAO to bring the fruits of creative ideas, knowledge, scientific endeavour and practical technical applications, to humanity for the benefit of humanity. Evo Labs shall function as an archive, a publisher and a promoter; making available its accumulated records and know-how to Members and to the general public, and any information submitted to Evo Labs shall be considered as published and available to all interested parties, while due credit and citation shall be granted to providers of such information.
However, for the avoidance of doubt, this Constitution shall also support the formation of limited liability partnerships, limited liability companies and other legal persons, assisted and supported by Evo Labs DAO, which may be organised by its Members and others, which may have the objective of developing secret know-how that leads to intellectual property, including but not limited to patent applications and patents, in order to secure substantial investment to develop and make available new technologies to Members, other stakeholders and humanity at large.
This Constitution serves as the foundational document for the governance, operations, and strategic decision-making of Evo Labs DAO, which shall operate on a blockchain, utilizing smart contracts and token-based voting to enable decentralized decision-making and ensure transparency and fairness. This Constitution reflects the core principles and values that guide the DAO's operations and interactions with Members and external stakeholders.
DAO Name: The DAO shall operate under the name Evo Labs.
Legal Structure: While the DAO is not a traditional legal entity, it may choose to operate under a legal wrapper (e.g., a Marshall Islands-based legal entity) for purposes of regulatory compliance, taxation, and contract enforcement.
The DAO shall be guided by a team of five Officers who shall perform the functions of:
DAO Members have the right to submit Governance Proposals to make changes to the DAO's structure and determining which Members are also Officers.
Smart Contract Governance: Governance of the DAO is conducted via blockchain-based smart contracts, which execute automatically based on predefined rules and decisions made through token-weighted voting.
Mission: The mission of Evo Labs is to enable decentralized governance and collaboration in scientific research, promoting innovation, transparency, and community-driven solutions.
Vision: To create a global ecosystem where decisions are made collectively, and value is shared equitably across all members, using blockchain technology to ensure trust and accountability.
Core Values:
Governance decisions within the DAO are made through Evo Labs DAO Member tokens, which represent voting power.
Each Evo Labs DAO Member holder has the right to vote on proposals, decisions, and changes to the DAO, with voting power proportional to the number of tokens held.
Votes can be cast through a decentralized voting platform, such as Charmverse, which is integrated with the DAO's smart contracts.
Proposal Submission: Any member with a minimum number of tokens may submit proposals for consideration. Proposals are subject to a voting process for approval or rejection.
Voting Mechanism: Voting on proposals will use a rubric and delegated systems (to be defined), depending on the nature of the decision.
Delegation of Voting Power: Token holders may delegate their voting power to other members or delegates who represent their interests.
Membership in the DAO is based on ownership of Evo labs DAO Member token. New members can acquire tokens by participating in the DAO's ecosystem or purchasing the Evo labs DAO Member token.
DAO members may hold various types of tokens, including governance tokens, utility tokens, and others, as defined in the DAO's ecosystem.
Voting Rights: Voting rights are granted to Evo Labs DAO Member token holders, and each token typically corresponds to one vote (but subject to definition).
Smart contracts are used to automatically execute decisions made by the community and govern actions such as token issuance, financial transactions, and distribution of rewards.
These smart contracts are open-source and auditable by any member of the DAO to ensure transparency and accountability.
All changes to the DAO's code (e.g., upgrades or changes to smart contracts) must go through a formal proposal and voting process (to be defined), ensuring that no central authority can unilaterally modify the DAO's operation.
The DAO's treasury is managed by the collective decision-making of token holding Members who may delegate these powers to Officers. Funds are allocated based on proposals approved by the community.
Revenue Streams: The DAO may generate revenue through services, products, fees and investments.
Treasury Management: A decentralized treasury management system will be used, and all transactions will be transparent on the blockchain.
Funds in the DAO's treasury may be used to fund development, marketing, community initiatives, partnerships, or any other initiatives approved by the token holders.
All disbursements are subject to approval via governance votes.
The DAO shall ensure regular, open audits of its treasury and financial activities. Audits are conducted through blockchain explorers and transparent, publicly accessible data.
External Auditors may be used for additional assurance, and results shall be shared with the community.
Membership is granted to any individual or entity that holds Evo Labs DAO Member tokens. Membership may also be tied to specific actions, such as participation in governance, contribution to the DAO's ecosystem, administrative functions of Officers or other criteria.
Rights and Responsibilities: Members have the right to vote, submit proposals, and participate in decision-making processes (to be defined). They are responsible for adhering to the rules and standards set forth by the DAO (to be defined).
Contributors who participate in the DAO's ecosystem, such as developers, marketers, Officers, Members and other service providers, are eligible to receive rewards or compensation in the form of tokens or other incentives.
Contributor Proposals: Contributors can propose specific initiatives or projects and request funding from the DAO's treasury.
Information handed over to Evo Labs is considered published and public domain. This includes all information relating to any projects or research and the development of platforms that enable EVO Labs to function as a DAO.
Members may exit the DAO by burning their Evo Labs DAO Member token. In doing so, they relinquish voting power and participation rights.
The DAO may also allow for certain types of membership revocation under specified conditions, such as unethical behavior or violation of the community guidelines (to be defined).
While the DAO operates globally and is not tied to a specific jurisdiction, it encourages members to comply with the laws of their respective countries, including those related to financial transactions, taxation, and digital assets.
The DAO will take necessary steps to ensure its operations remain compliant with global regulations, especially around anti-money laundering (AML) and know your customer (KYC) policies.
The DAO shall comply with global data privacy standards, such as GDPR, ensuring that user data is protected and handled in accordance with privacy laws.
Decentralized Identity: The DAO may adopt decentralized identity (DID) protocols to ensure secure and private interactions within the network.
The DAO adheres to a code of ethics that emphasizes respect, fairness, and non-exploitation in its dealings with members, users, and external stakeholders.
The DAO will not engage in or support any illegal, unethical, or harmful activities, including but not limited to fraud, discrimination, and manipulation.
Any internal disputes between members or external stakeholders shall first be handled through community moderation and peer mediation processes.
If unresolved, disputes may be escalated to a decentralized arbitration system using smart contracts or through the use of third-party dispute resolution services.
The DAO will adopt an arbitration framework based on blockchain-enabled dispute resolution systems (e.g., Kleros Court), where decisions are made through decentralized processes.
This Constitution may be amended by a proposal submitted to the DAO's voting platform, requiring a supermajority, quorum for approval (to be defined).
Amendments are enacted automatically through smart contracts once voted upon and passed by the community.
Proposals to amend the Constitution or make significant changes to the DAO's structure, treasury, or rules must undergo a formal voting process (to be defined).
Proposals that impact the DAO's core structure (e.g., governance model, treasury management, etc.) require a higher level of consensus from the community (to be defined).
The DAO may dissolve through a vote passed by a supermajority of token holders (95% vote). Upon dissolution, the DAO's assets will be distributed according to the terms of the treasury's smart contracts or as decided by the community.
In the event of regulatory actions or legal circumstances that make the operation of the DAO untenable, a process for voluntary exit and asset distribution will be initiated.
This Constitution is designed to guide Evo Labs DAO in its mission to create a decentralized, transparent, and equitable organization. It provides a framework for decision-making, governance, financial management, and legal operations.