#AAVEdrop20% AAVE DAO Conflict Explained: Why AAVE Dropped ~20%
According to a well-followed researcher on X (134k followers), AAVE has declined around 20% amid accusations of “revenue capture” and a governance process perceived as rushed and confrontational.
This situation extends beyond AAVE itself. It raises a broader question about the future of token value accrual, especially for protocols operating alongside equity-backed entities.
Aave has long been considered one of DeFi’s clearest winners, leading in TVL and trusted by both individual whales and institutions. However, AAVE holders are