Aave DAO Reports $140M Revenue Surge, Governance Issues Under Scrutiny
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 27 2025- Revenue Growth: Aave DAO generated $140 million in revenue this year, surpassing the total income of the previous three years, indicating rapid protocol activity and renewing scrutiny over decentralized control and transparency.
- Governance Transparency: Founder Stani Kulechov committed to improving communication around fee structures and income sources to address growing community concerns over governance practices, ensuring transparent management of the DAO treasury.
- Token Purchase Controversy: Kulechov's personal $15 million purchase of AAVE tokens, while claimed not to influence governance votes, sparked community debate over voting power concentration, potentially impacting trust in governance.
- Governance Tensions: As revenues rise, discussions around revenue allocation within Aave DAO intensify, particularly regarding the power dynamics with Aave Labs, highlighting the importance of maintaining transparency and clear governance amid ongoing growth.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
