Aave's governance is under scrutiny after founder Stani Kulechov purchased $10 million worth of AAVE tokens, raising concerns about potential centralization within the decentralized finance platform. This move has prompted investors to explore alternative projects, such as DeepSnitch AI, which is set to launch its token in January 2026. DeepSnitch AI has already garnered significant attention, with its presale raising $885,000. The project aims to provide traders with advanced real-time data tools. In contrast, Bittensor (TAO) experienced a 12% decline in late December, highlighting the volatile nature of the crypto market.