Who Aligns the Aligners?

Preston Byrne, a Y Combinator-backed founder, wrote an article explaining the concept of aligners, which are a type of decentralized governance system for blockchain networks. Aligners are designed to help align incentives between token holders and protocol developers, ensuring that both parties work together to maintain a healthy and secure network. Byrne argues that aligners are necessary to combat the 'Tragedy of the Commons' problem, where token holders prioritize short-term gains over long-term sustainability. He presents the concept of aligners as a solution to this problem, using the example of a decentralized governance system for a blockchain network called 'Kleros'. Byrne claims that aligners can help to align incentives between token holders and protocol developers, leading to a more sustainable and secure network.