> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://titan-trading.gitbook.io/whitepaper/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://titan-trading.gitbook.io/whitepaper/project-economy/governance-structure.md).

# Governance Structure

## Decentralized Governance Model

The Titan ecosystem adopts a decentralized governance model, empowering $TES Token holders to actively participate in key ecosystem decisions. This model is open to all users wishing to engage in platform governance using their $TES Tokens. By staking $TES, users receive $XTES, which can be used to propose and vote within the Titan DAO.

## Role of $TES Token Holders in Ecosystem Governance

*Engaging in Governance.* \
TES Token holders can participate in ecosystem governance through the following processes:

* **Proposal Submission:** Users can use 1 $XTES to propose ideas for project governance changes within the Titan DAO.
* **Voting**: Users can use 1 $XTES to vote on ideas within the Titan DAO, with 1 $XTES equating to up to 1000 votes, amplifying their influence on decision-making.

## Voting Mechanism and Proposals

*Empowering Community Voices*\
Through the Titan DAO model, users leverage $XTES to suggest and vote on governance changes:

* **Proposals:** Utilizing 1 $XTES to propose governance changes within the Titan DAO.
* **Voting Power**: 1 $XTES allows for voting on DAO proposals, with the voting power scaling up to 1000 $XTES for broader influence.
* **Rewards:** If a proposal gains majority approval and is deemed actionable, the

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