Ted Hisokawa Jul 17, 2024 15:43
SingularityNET (AGIX) joins forces with Lighthouse to boost data storage capabilities using Filecoin's tech, enhancing security and scalability for AI applications.
In a landmark development for the Filecoin ecosystem, SingularityNET (AGIX) has announced a strategic partnership with Lighthouse, aimed at revolutionizing decentralized data storage. According to an official announcement, this collaboration leverages Lighthouse's cutting-edge technology to enhance the secure and reliable storage of SingularityNET's extensive data.
Partnership Details
Lighthouse, a platform built on IPFS and Filecoin, offers innovative features such as perpetual storage, encryption, custom IPFS gateways, and multi-chain smart contracts. These features will be integrated into SingularityNET's ecosystem, providing a robust solution for decentralized data management.
By utilizing Filecoin’s storage and incentive system, Lighthouse ensures cost-effective, scalable, and long-term data availability. This will significantly benefit SingularityNET's expanding data needs, particularly in maintaining extensive records in the Knowledge Layer.
Focus on Integration and Security
The primary focus of this partnership is to integrate SingularityNET’s file storage seamlessly into Lighthouse’s decentralized infrastructure. This collaboration will also bridge the gap between AI and Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN), showcasing the combined benefits of these technologies.
Lighthouse’s SDK will facilitate efficient data storage by leveraging encryption and private data storage capabilities. This will enhance SingularityNET’s data security measures, offering a reliable solution for token-gated applications across various blockchain ecosystems. The SDK simplifies the complexities of the Filecoin tech stack, enabling data sealing into the network with a simple API call, which is ideal for rapid development scenarios.
Leadership Insights
Dr. Ben Goertzel, CEO of SingularityNET, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “We are thrilled to partner with Lighthouse, a key partner of Filecoin, to enhance the decentralized data storage associated with our blockchain-based AI platform. This partnership addresses a core need as we expand the scope of decentralized AI across multiple vertical markets. By integrating with Lighthouse, we are leveraging Filecoin’s technology and DePIN network, setting new standards in data security and scalability for decentralized AI applications.”
Nandit Mehra, Founder of Lighthouse, added, “This collaboration combines our onchain storage primitive with their leading AI platform, setting new standards in data security, scalability, and efficiency. Together, we are driving innovation in decentralized AI and DePIN, ensuring top-tier solutions for the evolving digital landscape.”
Impact and Future Prospects
This strategic partnership between SingularityNET and Lighthouse signifies a significant advancement in decentralized data storage solutions and their intersection with decentralized AI. It will promote the use of decentralized AI in DePIN-intersected initiatives, maximizing the reach and impact within the communities and ecosystems of both networks. By combining SingularityNET’s expertise in artificial intelligence with Lighthouse’s innovative storage technology, the two organizations aim to set new standards for secure, scalable, and cost-effective data management.
About SingularityNET
Founded by Dr. Ben Goertzel, SingularityNET aims to create a decentralized, democratic, inclusive, and beneficial Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). The team comprises seasoned engineers, scientists, researchers, entrepreneurs, and marketers, focusing on various application areas including finance, robotics, biomedical AI, media, arts, and entertainment.
About Lighthouse
Lighthouse is a perpetual file storage protocol built on IPFS and Filecoin, aiming to move users from a rent-based cost model to a perpetual storage model. It supports a wide range of applications across various blockchain ecosystems, providing secure, scalable, and cost-effective storage options.
For more detailed information, visit the official announcement on SingularityNET.
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