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✨ Highlights ✨
Filecoin and Storacha: Spicing Up Decentralized Hot Storage Like Never Before
Filecoin and Storacha are transforming the landscape of decentralized storage with a new approach to hot data. By integrating Storacha’s high-performance storage architecture with Filecoin’s robust decentralized network, this collaboration delivers a powerful solution for developers, businesses, and creators looking for faster and more reliable data storage. This enhanced storage capability opens up new opportunities for applications that require quick access to data while maintaining the benefits of decentralization. Dive into the details of how Storacha is spicing up decentralized storage with Filecoin on Storacha’s Medium.
Network Milestone: Filecoin Surpasses 4 Million Blocks!
The Filecoin blockchain has reached a new milestone, surpassing 4,231,677 blocks! With a robust 22.694 EiB of storage power and 99,904 FIL produced in the last 24 hours, the network is stronger than ever. This achievement is powered by the 2,273 active Filecoin storage providers who continue to drive the growth and resilience of the ecosystem. A huge thank you to everyone contributing to this incredible journey!
🌎 Community Updates 🌎
AI Agents and the Filecoin Ecosystem: A New Era of Decentralized Innovation
AI agents are transforming the Filecoin ecosystem by enhancing storage efficiency and automating key processes within the decentralized network. As highlighted by CryptoNews, these intelligent agents optimize data retrieval, manage storage allocations, and verify data integrity, enabling faster, smarter, and more resilient storage solutions. By integrating AI, Filecoin is leading the way in decentralized innovation, unlocking new possibilities for applications across DeFi, NFTs, and more. Discover how AI is shaping the future of web3 in the full article: How AI Agents Are Transforming the Web3 Sector.
Featured Podcast: Akave CEO Stefaan Vervaet on the Data Protection Gumbo Podcast
Tune in to hear Stefaan Vervaet, CEO of Akave - a company revolutionizing data management with a decentralized, modular L2 solution that combines the robust storage of Filecoin with cutting-edge encryption and user-friendly interfaces - on the Data Protection Gumbo podcast. In this episode, Stefaan explores the game-changing potential of decentralized storage, discussing how blockchain-secured, immutable data is pioneering new levels of data protection and creating fresh opportunities for data monetization. Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of data management and the infinite possibilities unlocked by decentralized solutions - watch the recording now!
Filecoin x SwanChain Content Challenge Has Begun
We’re excited to announce that the Filecoin x SwanChain Content Challenge on Discord is officially live! This is your chance to showcase your creativity and vision for the decentralized future.
Contest Details:
Start Date: August 28, 2024
End Date: September 4, 2024
How to Participate:
1️⃣ Follow the Filecoin Discord to stay in the loop.
2️⃣ Create and share your vision of how Filecoin & SwanChain can power the decentralized future. You can use threads, infographics, videos, or blog posts.
3️⃣ Post your content on Twitter and tag @Filecoin and @SwanChain.
4️⃣ Share the Twitter link to your post in the 🎯│content-challenge channel.
Prizes:
🥇 1st Place: $50 Amazon gift card
🥈 2nd Place: $25 Amazon gift card
🥉 3rd Place: $10 Amazon gift card
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to win and contribute to the community’s vision of the future. We can’t wait to see what you come up with, good luck to all participants!
Exploring Decentralized Governance: Insights from CryptoEconLab’s Pairwise Voting Simulation
CryptoEconLab has published a quantitative simulation of pairwise voting for RetroPGF, providing valuable insights into the effectiveness of different voting mechanisms in retroactive public goods funding. The study explores how pairwise comparison voting can create a fairer distribution of funds by simulating various voting scenarios, analyzing voter preferences, and identifying potential biases. This research sheds light on the complexities of decentralized governance and highlights the potential for pairwise voting to enhance decision-making processes in the Web3 ecosystem. To dive deeper into the findings, check out the full article on Medium: A Quantitative Simulation of Pairwise Voting for RetroPGF.
Introducing the NFT Storage Concierge Service
Backing up NFT collections just got easier! The NFT Storage Concierge Service simplifies the process of securing digital assets for the long term. With this new offering, the NFT.Storage team manages the entire backup process, ensuring creators' work is preserved and protected with ease. It’s a hassle-free way to ensure that NFTs are stored securely, leaving creators to focus on what they do best. Learn more and get started.
🎉 Events 🎉
LabWeek Web3 Schedule Is Live
LabWeek Web3 is a decentralized conference designed by builders, for builders with a focus on securing digital human rights and making the internet more equitable for all. The conference aims to advance deep conversations among domain leaders to drive real progress in zk technology and innovation, decentralized AI, DePIN, decentralized storage and compute, new L2 solutions built on Filecoin, privacy, and more. Because LabWeek is decentralized, each event has its own registration and ticketing process, so be sure to sign up separately for the events you’d like to attend. Keep in mind that the schedule will continue to be updated, so check back often. We look forward to seeing you November 7-13 in Bangkok, Thailand!
Join the Filecoin Community in Bangkok
Dive into decentralized AI infrastructure, DePIN, and the data economy with the Filecoin community in Bangkok, ahead of Devcon. Set in the heart of Thailand, Filecoin Foundation will have dynamic programming, major announcements, and networking opportunities. Join us on November 11th for the FIL Bangkok Mainstage featuring ‘DePIN Meets AI’ at Samyan Mitrtown for your gateway to the latest advancements in L2 solutions built on Filecoin, key network upgrades, and the Filecoin network trajectory. Apply to attend - space is limited.
