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Aethir's $141M ARR: How DePIN is Revolutionizing Cloud Compute

Aethir's $141M ARR: How DePIN is Revolutionizing Cloud Compute

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Aethir, a gaming-focused cloud computing platform, is making big waves on this front with its pioneering Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN) model. This populist approach has resonated deeply, halting nearly all Democrat in their tracks. Because of that, it has skyrocketed to $141 million in ARR (Annual Recurring Revenue). As...

Aethir's $141M DePIN Growth: Is This the Future of Cloud Computing?

Aethir's $141M DePIN Growth: Is This the Future of Cloud Computing?

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Web3. The name alone brings to mind visions of vaporware, charlatans and assorted regulatory hellscapes. Yet, despite all the excitement and promise, what if a project came along that just plain works? Aethir's $141 million ARR in its first year isn't just impressive. It's a potential paradigm shift in how...

Aethir Marks TGE Anniversary, Celebrates $141M ARR and DePIN Growth

Aethir Marks TGE Anniversary, Celebrates $141M ARR and DePIN Growth

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Aethir is very excited to be celebrating our first anniversary since the Token Generation Event (TGE). This milestone marks a groundbreaking year with tremendous decentralized GPU cloud growth and innovation. Since day one, the startup has addressed the key constraint of GPU supply. Its stated goals include improving performance for...

Aethir's $141M DePIN Growth: Proof Web3 Can Empower Southeast Asia

Aethir's $141M DePIN Growth: Proof Web3 Can Empower Southeast Asia

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Southeast Asia is brimming with untapped potential. We know this. But traditional systems too frequently limit innovation, particularly around opening up access to essential resources such as large scale GPU compute. This isn't just about gamers needing better graphics; it impacts AI development, scientific research, and countless other fields that...

XYO's DePIN: How It Can Empower Southeast Asian Artists & Creators

XYO's DePIN: How It Can Empower Southeast Asian Artists & Creators

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Envision a colorful reality in which Southeast Asian artists experience boundless artistic freedom. They set the conditions for their artistic production and directly benefit from the fruits of their creativity. This isn't some utopian fantasy; it’s a tangible possibility enabled by XYO's decentralized physical infrastructure (DePIN).Artistic Freedom, Verifiable AuthenticitySoutheast Asia...

XYO's Arie Trouw on DePIN's Future & Verified Data

XYO's Arie Trouw on DePIN's Future & Verified Data

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With its innovative Layer 1 blockchain, XYO is already paving the way in the decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) space. This new blockchain will be purpose-built for DePIN and RWAs. It leverages artificial intelligence (AI) and real-world data to develop robust alignment between governance and network usefulness. As Arie Trouw,...

Japan's Bitcoin Revolution: A Boon for Artists and Web3 Creators?

Is Japan on the verge of accidentally unleashing a tsunami of creative destruction and financial liberation onto the rest of the emerging markets? I know this seems like a tall order, but hear me out. Japan’s regulatory change to officially recognize Bitcoin as a financial product. This step is a...

5 Ways This Crypto Bill Empowers Southeast Asian Artists, Not Wall Street

Let’s be honest, when you hear about crypto regulation, your first thought probably isn't Southeast Asian artists finding new avenues for creative expression. Surely visions of Wall Street honchos and inscrutable derivatives dance in your head. Well, what if I told you that the Senate’s Banking Committee just released their...

Crypto's 'Light-Touch' Regulation Gamble Will It Protect You?

The Senate Committee’s proposed “light-touch” regulatory framework for crypto is a long high-stakes poker game. Are we all truly holding a winning hand, or are we collectively bluffing our way into a future financial crisis? It’s a question every investor, every innovator, and frankly, every citizen should want to know....

Trump Jr. at KBW2025: Web3's Mainstream Moment?

Donald Trump Jr.’s scheduled keynote address at KBW2025 is raising eyebrows and inspiring intense discussion across the Web3 ecosystem. He’s just a high-profile guy shaking things up in the crypto world. His presence further exemplifies the increasing importance of blockchain technology and its potential to revolutionize the traditional economy. Does...

Trump Jr. at KBW2025: Web3's Punk Rock Moment or Sellout?

Or I think about Nandar, a wonderful Burmese artist that I met in Yangon, sharing with me her latest NFT collection. Each work exploded with vivid imagery, bravely fighting back against the junta’s repressive hold. She began selling them directly to supporters around the world, allowing her to cleverly sidestep...

Donald Trump Jr. Headlines Korea Blockchain Week 2025

Korea Blockchain Week (KBW) 2025, Asia’s largest and most influential Web3 conference, is returning to Seoul this coming September. The collaborative innovation summit recently announced its second wave of speakers and lead partners. You can expect big names such as Donald Trump Jr., Keone Hon from Monad Foundation, Guy Young...

KBW2025: Is Trump Jr. Web3's Trojan Horse or its Savior?

Donald Trump Jr. at Korea Blockchain Week? It's a head-scratcher, isn't it? About as easy as locating a MAGA hat at a Burning Man soirée. Before we put this down as just another short-lived publicity stunt, let’s take a closer look at what this could IoTally Web3 means. Cynical ploy...

Schiff's Crypto Ban: Is He Protecting Us or Silencing Innovation?

Senator Adam Schiff's proposed crypto ban, the COIN Act, aimed at preventing the President (read: Donald Trump) from dabbling in digital assets, raises a critical question: Is this genuine protection against corruption, or a veiled attempt to stifle innovation, especially for emerging markets? Let's be real, the optics are terrible....