Latest DePIN Token Launch News

Bitfinex, a prominent digital asset trading platform, is set to list ATH, the native token of Aethir, a decentralized cloud infrastructure provider that specializes in AI and gaming. Aethir operates as a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN), offering high-speed, scalable enterprise-grade cloud services suitable for resource-intensive applications like Bitcoin mining and AI. The ATH token serves various utilities within the Aethir ecosystem, including payment for services, governance voting rights, and staking opportunities, with a total supply of 42 billion tokens. Henry Child, Head of Tokens at Bitfinex, highlighted the significance of Aethir's approach to distributed cloud computing in addressing the GPU shortage in the tech industry. ATH deposits are expected to open on June 10, 2024, with trading commencing on June 12, 2024, against US Dollars and Tether tokens. Users must adhere to Bitfinex's terms of service, with U.S. persons and other prohibited individuals restricted from using the platform.

Binance Launchpool introduces IO.NET, a decentralized AI computing and cloud platform, with staking options for BNB and FDUSD to earn IO tokens. The token will be listed on Binance with various trading pairs and a seed tag. Users must complete KYC for staking, and rewards will be calculated hourly, with real-time updates on APY and pool balances. Binance BNB Vault and Locked Products will support the Launchpool, and users can unstake funds without delay. Participation is subject to eligibility based on the user's country of residence.

FilOz, a new team within the Filecoin ecosystem, is focused on securing and expanding the Filecoin protocol. With a mission to drive innovation and collaboration, the team works on protocol improvements, network upgrades, and maintaining open-source software. In 2024, Filecoin aims to integrate various networks through Layer 2 solutions, make Filecoin a fundamental storage layer for web3, and expand the economy and community. FilOz's priorities include accelerating storage adoption, enhancing Filecoin's utility with cross-chain interoperability, simplifying maintenance, growing the community, and expanding the economy. They invite individuals and teams to contribute to the mission and have secured initial funding from the Protocol Labs Filecoin Public Goods Fund.

Stratos Network's v0.12 upgrade marks a significant leap forward in decentralized infrastructure technology. This update introduces a range of features that enhance the Stratos Chain and Decentralized Storage network, improving the user experience within the Stratos ecosystem. Key upgrades include seamless Cosmos transactions via Wallet Connect and Metamask, integration with Exoswap for effortless token delegation, and the introduction of Cosmos IBC for broader ecosystem connectivity. Stratos Wallet now supports Wallet Connect, facilitating efficient STOS token transfers and exchanges. The Stratos Chain also supports prepayment using Solidity smart contracts, with a Prepay bridge for cross-chain SDS storage. Stratos Decentralized Storage (SDS) sees enhancements such as volume report settlement improvements, a Share-To-Earn mechanism, and improved backup and autoscaling for data security. RPC performance and resource node performance detection have also been enhanced, alongside an improved video streaming workflow.

The MetaCannes Film3 Festival, a collaboration between Theta Network and The Squad, concluded on May 25, 2024, offering a tech-forward and inclusive cinematic experience. The event featured world premieres, live streaming, and a focus on empowering underrepresented voices in the film industry. Sian Morson, founder of The BlkChain, curated a Short Film Block highlighting BIPOC voices, while Herflix sponsored a women-focused content feed and hosted the Better World Foundation gala. Swan Sit, known as the 'Queen of Clubhouse,' hosted the Herflix gala, which was attended by notable figures such as Juliette Binoche and Lang Lang. The festival introduced the Next Wave of Cinema Awards, with 'FREE FALL' winning the Grand Jury Golden Wave Award and 'FALLING FROM GRACE' receiving the Special Jury Prize for AI Cinema. MetaCannes emphasized AI's role in filmmaking through its MetaCannesNEXT segment, showcasing AI's impact on storytelling and distribution. Attendees enjoyed exclusive screenings of award-winning short films and new works by innovative filmmakers. Powered by Theta Network's NFT-based digital rights management, the festival provided a secure and transparent platform for film access. The event also launched exclusive NFT passes, enhancing the viewer experience with blockchain technology and offering access to creators in a token-gated Discord channel.

At the IO Summit, io.net unveiled its decentralized physical infrastructure network, demonstrating recent achievements and future plans. The June 4 keynote featured CEO Ahmad Shadid and notable guests like Solana's Anatoly Yakovenko. io.net raised $30M in Series A funding, increasing its valuation and adoption. Shadid expressed excitement about scaling the internet of GPUs, launching io.net Cloud, and meeting demand for a scalable Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN). The team also shared updates on developing utilities for DePIN.

SNPad, a Web3 platform that pays viewers for watching commercials, is set to list its token on Uniswap on June 4, 2024. The platform uses AI and blockchain to deliver personalized ads to households, offering a more engaging and targeted advertising experience. Users can earn up to 70% of ad revenue in SNPAD tokens. SNPad aims to revolutionize TV advertising for the 1.72 billion global households, providing a new way for viewers to earn while watching commercials. The platform has already received accolades, including the 'Best Blockchain Startup' award at Crypto Expo Europe 2024.

IoTeX, a leading modular DePIN blockchain platform, is set to host a Demo Day for the first cohort of its DePIN Surf accelerator program on April 30, 2024. Launched in January 2024 with support from FutureMoneyGroup and ForesightX, the DePIN Surf accelerator is dedicated to supporting DePIN founders. DePIN, a technological paradigm, covers any web-3 application with a physical element, including edge-AI and virtual power plants. The first cohort, which was officially launched at the R3al World event at ETHDenver, features seven startups preparing for their Token Generation Event (TGE) and global launch. During the two-month program, founders receive a $50k investment and comprehensive support from the IoTeX core team and a group of elite mentors. The program includes workshops on raising series-A funding, DePIN tokenomics, and community management fundamentals, as well as presentations at global web-3 events. DePIN has been gaining traction in web-3 circles as a key to connecting the crypto industry with the global population of non-crypto natives who rely on reliable physical infrastructure. The number of DePIN projects has grown exponentially from less than a hundred in late 2022 to over a thousand at the time of writing. However, DePIN projects face challenges such as designing and executing hardware manufacturing and distribution, which can take several years, in addition to building the tech stack that includes firmware, middleware, and software. DePIN Surf provides these projects with the support they need. The projects presenting at the Demo Day include: - Inferix: A decentralized GPU computing platform for visual computing and AI inference, with a major market share in Southeast Asia, India, and other developing markets. - Wayru: The world's first DePIN to partner with the UN to tackle the global connectivity crisis, using blockchain and the $WAYRU token to incentivize hotspot deployment and management. - PowerPod: A decentralized EV charging network providing reliable and accessible charging solutions for electric vehicles worldwide. - Network3: A dedicated AI layer-2 providing services to AI developers, helping them train and validate models quickly and efficiently. - StarPower: An AI and Web3-powered global energy network connecting devices in energy generation, storage, and consumption scenarios. - ATOR: A privacy protocol creating a safer, private layer for the internet through its DePIN routing network and signature hardware and software SDK. - DePHY: A decentralized off-chain data messaging network designed to empower DePIN projects to deploy faster and cheaper. IoTeX is a modular Web3 infrastructure platform connecting smart devices and real-world data to blockchains, enabling developers to integrate Web3 into everyday life through various innovations. With the launch of W3bstream, IoTeX has become a leading Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN) technology provider, connecting billions of smart devices, machines, and sensors across the physical and digital world.