Aethir (ATH)
Aethir is a blockchain-based platform that offers distributed cloud compute infrastructure, specifically tailored for gaming and artificial intelligence (AI) applications. The platform provides access to globally distributed enterprise-grade GPUs, ensuring secure and cost-effective computational resources.
Overview
Aethir functions as a decentralized cloud computing network, delivering on-demand access to high-performance computing resources through a global network of GPU providers. The platform is designed to cater to the increasing demand for GPU compute power, particularly in AI and cloud gaming sectors. Operating across 22 countries, Aethir places GPU resources closer to end users to reduce latency and improve performance.
| Ticker | ATH |
| Category | Arbitrum Ecosystem |
| Website | https://www.aethir.com/ |
| @AethirCloud | |
| Telegram | aethir_cloud |
| Contract Addresses | |
|---|---|
| ethereum | 0xbe...6b Copied! |
| arbitrum-one | 0xc8...6cCopied! |
The platform addresses the growing computational needs driven by advancements in AI and the anticipated development of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). As the demand for GPU resources increases, competition has arisen among governments and tech companies. Aethir provides an alternative through decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePINs), aggregating underutilized GPU resources from industries such as data centers, telecom, gaming, and crypto mining into a unified network. This approach enhances the availability of affordable, on-demand compute power for AI training, inference, real-time rendering, and other compute-intensive applications.
Aethir’s infrastructure distinguishes itself from centralized cloud services by offering enterprise-grade computing resources, low latency for real-time applications, scalability, and cost-efficient operations. Resource owners retain control of their assets while contributing to the network. The platform supports AI through Aethir Earth and cloud gaming via Aethir Atmosphere, providing versatile solutions for industries requiring high-performance computing. It also employs Web3 technology for tracking resource consumption and rewarding participants with its native token, ATH. The network operates with three main roles: Containers, Checkers, and Indexers.
Aethir's Web3-based decentralized governance system allows token holders to participate in decision-making processes, promoting transparency and democratic participation. This ensures that upgrades and network adjustments reflect the community's interests.
Technology
Aethir Earth
Aethir Earth is a decentralized cloud computing infrastructure offering bare metal GPU resources for machine learning and AI applications. It provides direct access to hardware resources, improving performance for tasks like AI model training and complex algorithms. The global network of GPU servers enhances availability and reliability, supporting modern machine learning applications while prioritizing security and transparency. Integration is efficient, allowing providers to add GPU resources easily and users to deploy workloads with minimal setup.
Aethir Atmosphere
Aethir Atmosphere is a decentralized GPU infrastructure for cloud gaming, providing low-latency access to GPU resources through edge computing techniques. It operates on a decentralized network of rendering containers supplied by GPU Compute Providers worldwide, creating a scalable environment for modern gaming. Aethir Atmosphere offers real-time rendering capabilities, enabling high-quality gaming experiences without powerful local hardware. The decentralized structure, supported by diverse GPU providers, enhances availability and reliability, facilitating low-latency gaming experiences regardless of location.
Use cases
- AI model training: Aethir's infrastructure provides scalable compute resources for AI model training, supporting advancements toward AGI.
- AI inferencing: Aethir delivers real-time, low-latency processing for AI inferencing tasks in areas like autonomous driving and traffic management.
- Cloud gaming: Aethir offers cloud gaming solutions by providing access to distributed GPU resources, allowing users to play without high-end local hardware.
- Cloud phone: Aethir enhances smartphone performance by offloading intensive tasks to the cloud, enabling advanced applications on devices with minimal hardware.
- AI productization: Aethir supports compute-intensive processes like real-time rendering and inferencing for deploying AI-driven products.
Tokenomics
The ATH token is used for payments, governance, and staking. It supports scalability and security through smart contracts on Ethereum and serves as a payment method for computing services within the platform.
GPU provider program
Aethir enables participation in its GPU provider network, offering scalability as providers can add more servers. The decentralized nature emphasizes security for contributors.
Partnerships and ecosystem
Aethir has formed collaborations to enhance its infrastructure, focusing on GPU availability and scalability. A key partnership with the Filecoin Foundation addresses GPU shortages and integrates GPU leasing with decentralized storage. This collaboration aims to balance computing power and data storage, enhancing AI-driven data security. Aethir has also partnered with Auros to improve transaction efficiency and introduced community rewards programs to incentivize network participation. In June 2024, Aethir launched its decentralized cloud computing network on the Ethereum mainnet, allowing developers to rent computing power for tasks like AI model training and digital content rendering.
Founders and board team
Aethir's team includes:
- Daniel Wang, Cofounder & CEO: Experienced in gaming and Web3 industries, including roles at Riot Games.
- Mark Rydon, Cofounder & CCO: Leadership positions in Web3 and cloud computing sectors.
- Kyle Okamoto, CTO: Background in telecommunications, with roles at Ericsson and Verizon Media.
- Paul Thind, CRO: Co-founder and advisor in digital marketing and Web3 sectors.