Explore Projects Redefining AI and IoT in Decentralized Networks
1. IoT Networks & Connectivity
- Helium (HNT): Decentralized IoT network via proof-of-coverage hotspots.
Funds: Raised $200M from Tiger Global and FTX Ventures to expand its network.
Latest Update: Partnered with Dish Network for an expanded IoT network and mobile 5G connectivity.
- Nodle Network: Bluetooth-based IoT network for data and connectivity.
Funds: Raised around $25M over multiple funding rounds.
Latest Update: Launched "Nodle Cash," a reward token for data providers in its network.
- IoTeX: Secure IoT with blockchain and AI-powered devices.
Funds: Raised $10M and launched a $100M Sustainable Ecosystem Fund.
Latest Update: Partnered with DIMO for secure, user-controlled vehicle data via Web3.
2. Decentralized Storage
- Filecoin (FIL): Blockchain-enabled storage with IPFS.
Funds: Raised $205M via an ICO.
Latest Update: Rolled out a Filecoin Plus program for more efficient, verified storage.
- Arweave (AR): Permanent data storage through blockchain.
Funds: Raised $22.1M across multiple rounds.
Latest Update: Integrated with the Internet Archive to secure historical data.
- Ocean Protocol: Shares IoT data via AI models while maintaining privacy.
Funds: Raised $5M for secure IoT data sharing.
Latest Update: Announced an alliance with Fetch.ai and SingularityNET for a decentralized AI ecosystem.
3. Computing Power & Creative Rendering
- Render Network (RNDR): Distributed GPU marketplace for 3D graphics.
Funds: Raised $30M for a distributed GPU marketplace.
Latest Update: Migrated to Solana to improve speed and scalability.
- Fetch.ai: Combines blockchain and AI to build autonomous economic agents.
Funds: Secured $40M from DWF Labs.
Latest Update: Launched autonomous agents for smart grid energy management.
4. Video Streaming
- Theta Network(THETA): Decentralizes video streaming and bandwidth.
Funds: Raised $113M, with the latest round in October 2023.
Latest Update: Released EdgeStore, a decentralized storage system for video content.
5. AI & Autonomous Agents
- Phala Network: Privacy-preserving AI computation in IoT devices.
Funds: Initially raised $1M for secure IoT computation.
Latest Update: Launched Phat Contract, a secure execution environment for Web3 developers.
- SingularityNET: Decentralized AI marketplace powers smart contracts for IoT devices.
Funds: Raised $36M in its ICO.
Latest Update: Rolled out the beta version of its AI-as-a-Service platform.
6. Mobility & Navigation
- eTukTuk: AI-powered navigation and mobility in electric tuk-tuks.
Funds: Raised $2.1M via an ICO to empower EV charging stations.
Latest Update: Announced the launch of its EV stations in Sri Lanka.
- DIMO: Analyzes connected vehicle data with AI for better driving patterns.
Funds: Secured $9M from CoinFund.
Latest Update: Expanded its developer ecosystem by providing SDKs for data analysis apps.
7. Weather Forecasting
- WeatherXM: AI-based weather analysis using decentralized stations.
Funds: Raised $5.26M for AI-powered weather analysis.
Latest Update: Expanded its network to include new weather stations across Europe.
