Key Features:

• Interactive scaling calculator
• Real-time metric updates
• Visual comparisons with major cloud providers
• Economic forecasting tools
• Network health indicators
• Resource distribution maps

What the Data Room Helps You Explore

Using the interactive controls, you can adjust key parameters:

• Number of nodes in the Openmesh network
• Average resources per node (compute, storage, memory, bandwidth)
• Resource allocation levels
• Network participation rates

The dashboard then shows you how these inputs affect:

• Network Scale: See total processing cores, memory, and storage capacity across all nodes
• Cost Efficiency: Compare storage and compute costs against AWS, GCP, and Azure to understand the potential savings
• Network Health: View key metrics like consensus time and fault tolerance at different scales
• Economic Models: Explore node operator earnings and network value based on different growth scenarios
• Resource Distribution: Visualize how compute and storage resources spread across the network
• Market Position: See how Openmesh’s total capacity compares to traditional cloud providers

Why We Built This

Understanding how decentralized systems scale can be tricky. We wanted to create a tool that makes it easy to visualize different growth scenarios and see how the network will evolve as more nodes join.

How to Use It

1. Visit the Openmesh Data Room Dashboard
2. Use the left panel sliders to adjust your assumptions
3. Watch how the network metrics change in response
4. Compare different scenarios to understand scaling potential

This is just the first version — we’ll be adding more features based on your feedback. Try it out and let us know what else you’d like to see!

Deep Dive: The 1000 Xnodes Scenario

Let’s explore what happens when the Openmesh network reaches 1000 nodes, a critical milestone for decentralized cloud infrastructure.

Network Capacity and Resource Distribution

With 1000 Xnodes (large size), the network achieves:

• 8,000 CPU cores for distributed computing
• 16 TB of decentralized memory
• 320 TB of distributed storage
• Support for 1.57K HD movies, 24 Web3 nodes, 600 Minecraft servers
• Capacity for 1.2K websites and 150 large language models

Economic Viability

The network demonstrates strong economic fundamentals:

• Total Network Value (TVN): $16.5M USD
• Annual Network Revenue: $900K USD
• Market-to-TVN ratio: 0.764
• Staking Locked Value: 10.5M USD

Why These Numbers Matter

1. Sustainable Economics: The 0.764 Market-to-TVN ratio indicates a healthy balance between network value and market capitalization, suggesting sustainable growth potential.
2. Security Through Decentralization: The Economic Breach Resistance (EBR) of $6.93M means an attacker would need to control this much value to potentially compromise the network — a significant security barrier.
3. Cost Efficiency: Looking at the cost comparison graphs, Openmesh demonstrates competitive pricing against traditional cloud providers:

• Storage costs remain stable across different volume tiers
• Compute costs show better scaling at higher utilization levels
• Data retrieval costs are consistently lower than AWS, GCP, and Azure

1. Network Health Indicators:

• The Fault Tolerance Threshold (FTT) shows increasing resilience over time
• Consensus Finalization Time (CFT) remains efficient even as the network grows
• Resource Contribution Equality Index (RCEI) demonstrates fair distribution of resources

Real-World Applications

At 1000 nodes, the network can support:

• 1.2K Websites
• 1.57K HD Movies,
• 600 Minecraft Servers
• 2.4K K8s workers for distributed applications
• 480 databases for decentralized storage
• 75 startup cloud deployments

Formula Deep Dive

The Total Network Value (TVN) is calculated as:

TVN = PoR Value + Hardware Value where: PoR Value = Nodes × Cost per node (Proof of Resources) Hardware Value = Nodes × Average hardware cost per node

For 1000 nodes:

• Hardware Value: $3,500,000
• PoR Value: $13,000,000
• Total TVN: $16,500,000

This demonstrates how the network builds value through both physical infrastructure and proof of resources, creating a sustainable economic model for decentralized cloud computing. Hit the tooltip on each panel to read the respective explanation and formula.

Are you Ready to Help Kill the Cloud Cabal?

At 1000 nodes we barely compete with the established players. With every NextJS website, validator node, media server, AI chatbot, Minecraft server, Chainlink Defi Dashboard, deployed on top of Openmesh helps contribute another node to the network. According to the Data Room Dashboard, the Openmesh decentralized cloud becomes bigger at 251,000 nodes 🔥

Ready to Explore?

• Try it now: dataroom.openmesh.network
• Read the docs: Openmesh Docs
• Join development: GitHub
• Learn more: Official Website

1. The most valuable commodity is no longer gold or oil — it’s computing & data. This $4+ trillion industry is monopolized by four corporations — AWS, Google Cloud, Meta, and Microsoft.

2. They own 96% of the world’s data and IT infrastructure. They set the terms for what we can say, build, use, consume, and share.

3. They spend billions of dollars on building services to collect our data. If you’re not paying for it, you are the product.

4. The largest shareholders of these IT monopolies are BlackRock and Vanguard, the very same entities that spend millions lobbying for laws that favor them.

5. If governments or regulators want to shut down your website or service, they contact AWS or Google to do it. Large shareholders claim there aren’t conflicts of interest, but look around.

6. In ancient times, empires and kingdoms ruled the world. They held centralized power, monopolized resources, and made critical decisions behind closed doors — regardless of the outcomes.

7. We think we’re better off today, but I find that structure still exists, hidden beneath the surface.

8. In the old days, the Ottoman and Roman empires controlled certain parts of the world. But today’s monopolies like AWS, Google Cloud, Meta, and Microsoft control, have more influence and distribution than all those empires combined.

9. Now, the big question: If we survive long enough — another 100 — and become a type-1 civilization, slowly colonizing our solar system, will we have mega-corporations like Google controlling solar system-scale data and IT infrastructure?

10. What happens if one corporation controls everything? How will this affect our future? To me, it seems we are heading that way.

11. From a democratic point of view, a small group of people shouldn’t get to decide what is good for society. We should share that right. Big corporations assume they have that right and run with it. But we shouldn’t give them that right by default.

12. I envision a world where trust is built into the design — not into brands or people who run it. Instead of relying on a small group of people, we should have technologies that are immutable by design and verified by widely distributed independent verifiers.

13. When I look at decentralized public networks like Bitcoin, I find them fascinating. For the first time in history, we have a self-evolving, self-governing public infrastructure that is available to anyone — not owned or controlled by a government or corporation.

14. This is why I was drawn into the Web3 space in the first place. I was so excited and inspired by the hope that we can demonstrate democracy and freedom through technology and innovation.

15. That’s why decentralization is so important to our future. It distributes power, with trust in design.

Decentralization Is the Foundation of True Democracy!

Read my full article, where I break things down even further.
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Ashton — Founder and Product Architect at Openmesh

As the final hours of 2024 tick away and the world prepares to welcome 2025, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment in the journey toward true decentralization. Tonight, as champagne corks pop and fireworks illuminate skies across the globe, we’re not just celebrating the end of another year — we’re standing on the threshold of what promises to be the “Era of Decentralization.”

January 2024

Open D/I Conference & Hackathon Winners Announcement!

One of the largest hackathons of the year for Open Data, Smart Contracts, AI, and Infrastructure wrapped up on a high note! Over 60 teams from 36 countries competed fiercely, with 1,200+ participants delivering 75 outstanding submissions after a month of intense innovation. The event concluded with the announcement of winners, followed by a vibrant prize-giving ceremony and after-party, celebrating the spirit of collaboration and creativity within the Openmesh community. A milestone moment for Openmesh in empowering global talent and decentralized solutions!

Open D/I Hackathon Draws Over 3,000 Submissions!

The World’s Largest Hackathon for Open Data, Smart Contracts, AI and infrastructure in collaboration with Chainlink, AWS, Avien & HyperCycle. A 30-Day Intense Journey + Over 3,000 Submissions + Over 1,200 Participants + Over 60 Teams Collaborating + 75 Brilliant Submissions

Openmesh concluded our groundbreaking 30-day intensive Open D/I Hackathon, marking the culmination of a transformative journey that began with a 3-day virtual summit. As the world’s largest hackathon focused on Open Data, Smart Contracts, AI, and Infrastructure, the event brought together brilliant minds to address the challenge of concentrated control over 90% of the world’s data and IT systems by a few major corporations. The goal was to collaboratively innovate and construct open technologies that will reshape the global IT infrastructure and data landscape for the next 10–20 years.

OpenR&D Platform Enhancement Update: Streamlining User Experience & Developer Tools

The OpenR&D platform recently underwent a comprehensive enhancement initiative focused on five key areas of improvement. The initiative aims to streamline user workflows through improved UX/UI design, ensuring a more intuitive platform experience. Emphasis has been placed on thorough documentation of solutions, referencing successful implementations from platforms like Fleek IPFS hosting, Yearn, and Discourse deployment. The team has created detailed wireframes and sketches outlining brand new design improvements and solutions for enhanced user interaction. Platform performance has been refined through systematic bug fixes and optimizations to ensure smooth operation. Additionally, research is underway to explore potential utilization scenarios by other organizations and protocols, expanding the platform’s reach and applicability. These improvements collectively work toward making OpenR&D more accessible, efficient, and valuable for the broader developer community.

Sydney Fortnightly Meetups — Multi-Cloud Deployment & Xnode Demos

Hosted our first meetup following new jr. dev onboarding, focusing on multi-cloud deployment and Xnode infrastructure. The evening featured four key segments: a networking session, Openmesh’s vision presentation by Ashton, multi-cloud deployment strategies discussion by Harsh, and live Xnode console demonstrations by Harry, Ada, and Thomas. The event attracted a diverse audience including data scientists, infrastructure developers, cloud computing enthusiasts, Web3 innovators, and DevOps professionals. As part of our 2024 Q1 plan, these bi-weekly Wednesday evening meetups at Sydney headquarters will continue, alongside Open Office Hours and online AMA sessions. The event successfully combined technical education with community building, concluding with an interactive Q&A session and networking over refreshments.

Xnode v4 Improved Infrastructure Setup

Xnode v4 Infrastructure Setup Enhancement Initiative Unveiled comprehensive plans for improving Xnode’s rapid infrastructure setup system with a focus on decentralization and user privacy. The initiative aims to streamline deployment processes by introducing a new backend system that directly interfaces with server provider APIs through configuration files. Key features include provider-agnostic deployment capabilities, support for multiple server configurations within a single cluster, and a simplified JSON-based configuration format. The project targets various user groups including node validators, application developers, and blockchain operators. Technical improvements include moving from Azure DevOps to a local deployment model using Go and WebAssembly, reducing reliance on intermediary services while maintaining deployment efficiency. The enhancement supports use cases such as multi-chain validation on single machines, rapid prototyping, and A/B testing of infrastructure designs across different providers.

February 2024

Equinix Collaboration Update

Met with Australian Equinix team at their Sydney facility to advance Openmesh v4 and Xnode roadmap integration. Discussions with senior solution architects focused on Equinix Fabric API integration, Metal nodes management, and Precision Time services implementation. Alongside this strategic partnership development, Sprint 156 delivered key technical achievements including AWS deployment capabilities within Xnode console (VPC and EKS cluster setup), Snowflake integration through a new Docker-based consumer application, and public access to JIRA dashboard for enhanced R&D transparency. Initiated testing of a resource aggregation layer for P2P resource optimization, strengthening our decentralized infrastructure capabilities. These developments reinforce Openmesh’s commitment to enabling direct infrastructure management while scaling our platform capabilities through strategic partnerships.

Pythia X Web3 AI Launch Event

Hosted a successful community meetup focused on the launch of Pythia X, Openmesh’s Web3 AI chatbot. The event featured presentations from founder Ashton Hettiarachi on Openmesh’s vision and AI Engineer Leo Chow, who delivered a masterclass on Pythia X’s capabilities and future roadmap. The agenda combined technical demonstrations with networking opportunities, attracting a diverse audience including data scientists, infrastructure developers, and Web3 innovators. The session highlighted Pythia X’s role in connecting users to Web3 and outlined its development roadmap, fostering engaging discussions during the Q&A portion. This event marks another milestone in Openmesh’s mission to advance decentralized infrastructure while building a strong, engaged community.

Future of Cloud Computing Meetup & Industry Panel

Hosted an extensive meetup focused on revolutionizing cloud computing through decentralization. The event explored Openmesh’s integration of AWS, IPFS, Chainlink, BitTorrent, and Oracle Cloud technologies into a unified decentralized data cloud infrastructure. Featured a keynote on decentralized cloud computing, technical deep-dive sessions, and an industry panel on the future of cloud infrastructure. Live demonstrations showcased practical applications of Openmesh’s architecture and technology stack in promoting internet freedom through decentralized solutions. The event attracted tech enthusiasts, developers, and entrepreneurs, fostering discussions on overcoming centralized cloud computing challenges. Concluded with interactive Q&A sessions and community networking, strengthening Openmesh’s position in driving cloud computing innovation.

Snowflake Integration Launch & Partnership Event

Participated in Snowflake Partner Network Connect event in Sydney, meeting with Theo Hourmouzis, Snowflake’s Regional Vice President for Australia & New Zealand. Unveiled completed integration enabling enterprise clients to transfer cryptocurrency and Web3 data seamlessly from Openmesh to Snowflake’s platform. The integration leverages OAuth authentication, XNode deployment scripts through SnowSQL, and Snowflake Connector for Kafka to establish secure data pipelines. This strategic partnership enhances Openmesh’s enterprise data capabilities by combining our decentralized data cloud infrastructure with Snowflake’s comprehensive analytics platform, marking a significant milestone in bridging Web3 and traditional enterprise data solutions.

March 2024

March Technical & Product Development Updates

Made substantial progress across multiple technical fronts throughout March. Core infrastructure developments included initiating Vultr bare metal integration, implementing updater module with team member signatures, and beginning CometBFT and SGX technology integration. Launched significant networking enhancements with libp2p integration, featuring gossip pub-sub, mDNS peer discovery, and DHT capabilities. Advanced data management systems through Web3.Storage integration for metadata and new collector sources for Binance, Coinbase, and dYdX.

Pythia X AI development achieved key milestones with AWS Bedrock endpoints establishment, PostgreSQL database connection, and implementation of chart type optimization algorithms. Blockchain innovations included CrossChainAccount deployment for cross-chain operations and consolidation of smart contract ecosystem. Enhanced developer resources with new testing frameworks, comprehensive documentation, and NFT tracker development. System improvements included new installer/updater functionality integration with Openmesh Core and adoption of advanced logging with Zap and Viper configuration management.

April 2024

AWS Partnership Expansion & Architecture Documentation Release

Published comprehensive AWS integration architecture reference for Xnode while attending AWS Builders Day at AWS Summit Sydney.

The documentation detailed Xnode’s new multi-deployment adapter system supporting AWS EKS deployment, alongside existing Equinix bare metal integration. The release coincided with participation in AWS Summit through the AWS Lift Program, highlighting three years of platform collaboration. Key developments include direct AWS deployment capabilities through Xnode Studio, AWS Marketplace application connectivity, and Pythia X enhancements utilizing AWS Bedrock, Lambda, and OpenSearch Serverless. The architecture documentation provides detailed deployment configurations, cluster management guidelines, and integration protocols, supporting Openmesh’s mission to enable seamless multi-cloud deployment options for startups and developers.

Technical Achievements & AWS Integration in April

Advanced multiple core infrastructure initiatives including testnet developments and Pythia enhancements. Successfully launched and tested new testnet branch with Docker-based framework, demonstrating scalability up to 220 nodes with robust peer distribution. Completed first version of Validator Pass Tracker and progressed on CometBFT integration and evidence handling for slashing. Pythia platform achieved successful AWS migration and implemented non-user-initiated chat capabilities. XnodeOS development reached key milestones with optimized build times of 50 seconds and boot times of approximately 20 seconds. OpenR&D platform saw improvements in documentation, account abstraction trials using ERC4337, and refined Verified Contributor voting interface. Notably completed AWS integration for Xnode, enabling users to leverage Amazon Web Services for enhanced performance and scalability. These developments strengthen Openmesh’s infrastructure while expanding cloud deployment options.

May 2024

OpenCircle Platform Launch & Ecosystem Integration

Launched OpenCircle, a comprehensive Web3 platform that integrates education, networking, and professional development. The platform combines four key components: OpenAcademy for hands-on learning and certification, OpenR&D as a decentralized collaboration hub, DePIN Directory for infrastructure resources, and the OpenD/I Conference for industry leadership. OpenAcademy’s next cohort is scheduled to begin May 15th, 2024, offering a direct pathway to professional opportunities in the Web3 space. This launch represents a significant milestone in Openmesh’s mission to create an integrated ecosystem for Web3 education and professional development, providing users with a complete journey from learning to expert-level contribution. The platform is now live at circle.openmesh.network, marking a strategic expansion of Openmesh’s community and educational initiatives.

Openmesh Speaks at ETHGlobal Sydney and Announced Prize Sponsorship

Participated in ETHGlobal Sydney’s Web3 hackathon as speakers and judges, with founder Ashton Hettiarachi and Senior Engineer J Lynn presenting Openmesh’s vision for decentralized data infrastructure through Xnode. Sponsored a $2,500 prize for outstanding hackathon projects, supporting emerging Web3 innovation. Extended community engagement through participation in MemeGlobal Sydney 2024 and Pragma Afterparty events. This collaboration with ETHGlobal, which has introduced over 70,000 developers to Web3, strengthens Openmesh’s position in the global Web3 developer community while promoting accessible infrastructure development through Xnode Studio’s web-based platform.

June 2024

Proof of Talk Paris 2024: Keynote Address & Xnode Launch Preparation

Participated as Gold Sponsor at Proof of Talk Paris 2024, where founder Ashton Hettiarachi delivered a keynote on the dangers of centralization and Web3’s transformative potential. The conference coincided with significant Xnode development milestones ahead of its July 7, 2024 launch. Technical achievements included successful x86–64 system builds via netboot/iPXE, completed Xnode Administration Service deployment, and new integrations with Hivelocity and Vultr. Announced plans to give away Xnode Decentralized Virtual Machines at the event. As co-hosts of the MultiversX hackathon, provided $50,000 in credits and Xnode tools to developers. Hettiarachi’s keynote emphasized four core principles for decentralized networks: eliminating middlemen, immutability by design, self-sustaining systems, and community ownership. The presentation positioned Xnode Studio as a “Skyscanner for infrastructure,” aggregating global compute resources to democratize infrastructure access and reduce costs.

DAO Launch & Infrastructure Development Milestones

Launched Openmesh DAO using Aragon’s on-chain governance framework, marking the culmination of two years of development toward creating a Web3-focused development platform. The DAO structure integrates with OpenR&D for transparent task compensation and Openmesh Academy for developer education.

June was also huge, as the team simultaneously advanced multiple technical initiatives: completed Xnode DVM giveaway, enhanced XnodeOS with NVIDIA driver management infrastructure and iPXE netboot deployment, and improved OpenR&D indexer with event timestamping and collision detection. Smart contract developments included optimizing vesting contracts using ERC7201, reducing deployment gas costs by 66%. Significant progress on Xnode Console included codebase cleanup, template refactoring, and live statistics implementation. The governance structure activated with verified contributor DAO operations and initial bylaws, while partnership discussions advanced with Web3 community managers and Aragon team demonstrations.

July 2024

UNSW Blockchain Industry Day Speaking & Demo Session

Participated in University of New South Wales’ Blockchain Industry Day, delivering key presentations on decentralized infrastructure. Founder Ashton Hettiarachi discussed Openmesh’s vision for combating centralization through open-source Web3 cloud networks, emphasizing integration of traditional cloud services with decentralized technologies. Senior Engineer Tomas Dowd conducted a live demonstration of Xnode and Xnode Studio, showcasing decentralized compute capabilities and the platform’s drag-and-drop builder for Web3 development. The event concluded with an exclusive meetup at Openmesh’s office, providing students and developers direct engagement with the team and deeper insights into the product roadmap. This engagement reinforces Openmesh’s commitment to educating the next generation of blockchain developers while fostering connections within the academic community.

MongoDB Integration and Tech Collaboration Announcement

Openmesh announced a strategic collaboration with MongoDB to combine decentralized infrastructure with robust database management capabilities. The integration enables users to leverage Openmesh’s Web3 data, decentralized computing, and storage capabilities through Xnode while benefiting from MongoDB’s flexible database solutions. This partnership addressed key use cases including DeFi analytics, NFT metadata storage, decentralized social media platforms, Web3 gaming data storage, and decentralized identity management.

August 2024

Openmesh Allocates $1M Cloud Resources to Australian Startup Ecosystem

Launched major partnerships with Fishburners and Tank Stream Labs, allocating $500,000 worth of cloud resources to each incubator’s startups. Each Xnode provided is equivalent to $3,500 in cloud credits, enabling startups to host websites, build data clouds, and connect with blockchains. This initiative is part of a broader $5 million allocation to the Australian ecosystem, aiming to support 3,000 startups in the next 6–12 months.

Xnode Platform Enhancement & AI Deployment Launch

Released comprehensive update to Xnode platform, introducing self-hosted AI deployment capabilities with Ollama and Open-webui integration, enabling 10-minute chatbot deployment on bare metal servers. Major technical improvements include Jupyter notebook integration, SSH tunnel command implementation for private services, and enhanced XnodeOS functionality with custom command line options via iPXE. Launched new Xnode Personaliser project for runtime environment management, while advancing XnodeOS with updated packages for Seafile server support and improved Jupyter kernel configurations. OpenR&D platform received significant updates including donation-based task funding and enhanced filtering capabilities. Infrastructure developments included baremetal integration work, Hivelocity backend implementation, and successful IPFS query testing. These advancements strengthen Openmesh’s position in democratizing both AI infrastructure deployment and decentralized computing solutions through its Lego-block approach to infrastructure design.

September 2024

Coinfest Bali Attendance & Cloud Initiative Launch

Participated in Coinfest Bali 2024, hosting two major networking events focused on DePIN and Web3 infrastructure innovations. Announced $100 million decentralized cloud initiative, with initial $10 million allocation to Australian startup ecosystem including $500,000 each to Fishburners and Tank Stream Labs incubators. Revealed development of new Xnode OS frontend design and upcoming podcast series featuring founder Ashton Hettiarachi on DePIN State and The Web3 CMO channels.

Token2049 DePIN Alliance Keynote & Network Integration

Delivered keynote at DePIN Alliance event during Token2049 Singapore, addressing Web3 centralization challenges and Openmesh’s decentralized solutions. Announced major network integration expansion with Solana, Chainlink, and Polygon, enabling enhanced cross-chain capabilities and validator node deployment. Presented Openmesh Protocol’s three-tier solution: Openmesh P2P for resource sharing, Openmesh Core for consensus, and Xnode for simplified infrastructure setup.

September 17, 2024 #Engineering #Product Major Network Integration Expansion Announced significant expansion of Xnode integrations with Solana, Chainlink, and Polygon networks. This development accelerated the decentralized space by providing fast, scalable networks and enhanced cross-chain capabilities. The integration enabled seamless deployment of validator nodes and improved infrastructure support across multiple blockchain networks.

DePIN Mass Adoption Panel & Infrastructure Vision

Participated in “Multi-DePIN Infrastructure for Scalable Growth” panel at Token2049’s DePIN Mass Adoption event alongside leaders from Solana Foundation, PingPong, and Witness Chain. Founder Ashton Hettiarachi discussed Openmesh’s approach to building decentralized cloud networks and challenging traditional infrastructure models. Event highlighted Openmesh’s vision for decentralized compute and its role in Web3’s evolution, with upcoming VIP networking events and validator pass giveaways planned through September 20th.

October 2024

First Openmesh Ambassadors Program Launch

Introduced the inaugural batch of five Openmesh Ambassadors, selected for their outstanding community engagement and content creation. The ambassadors were chosen based on their contributions to Telegram discussions and Twitter content. Announced plans for monthly ambassador onboarding to continue expanding the program, encouraging continued community participation and support.

Genesis sOPEN Airdrop & Community Rewards Program

Launched the first-ever sOPEN airdrop following 680% community growth, targeting 1,000 winners with guaranteed allocations for the first 500 early supporters. Coincided with the announcement of a 1 million $OPEN giveaway, accepting the first batch of community contributors for tasks ranging from social media management to technical content creation. Tasks were approved through DAO governance, marking the beginning of Openmesh’s community-driven decision-making process.

SmartCon 2024 Platinum Sponsorship & Chainlink Integration

Announced Platinum Sponsorship at SmartCon 2024, featuring a $5 million cloud credit allocation to Chainlink. Partnership focused on integrating Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) with Openmesh’s decentralized cloud network. Event participation includes major booth presence and two keynotes by founder Ashton Hettiarachi, along with technical workshops demonstrating the integration of Openmesh and CCIP for decentralized applications.

SmartCon 2024: Keynotes, Workshops & Decentralized Cloud Initiative

Founder Ashton Hettiarachi delivered comprehensive keynote at SmartCon detailing Openmesh’s vision for decentralized infrastructure and the urgency of challenging digital monopolies. Compared current centralization of digital power to historical empires, emphasizing the need for built-in technological trust rather than reliance on corporations. Introduced Xnode’s modular infrastructure deployment system and announced new decentralized service mesh protocol to reduce duplicate cloud operations.

Presented as Platinum Sponsor, with main stage talk “2025: The Era of Decentralization” addressing critical Web3 centralization challenges, while Spotlight Stage discussion detailed the $100 Million Decentralized Cloud Initiative, including $5 million allocation to Chainlink. The presentations outlined practical steps toward transitioning 90% of Web3 to truly decentralized infrastructure, combining data center reliability with peer-to-peer innovations.

Event activities included live Xnode demos, developer workshops at HackerHouse, and hackathons with prizes up to $4k. Hosted two major networking events: an exclusive VIP gathering featuring “Chainlink + Openmesh: The New Era of Decentralization” presentation and “SmartCon at Sunset” social event.

Booth engagement featured continuous demonstrations of decentralized service deployments including Ollama and Minecraft, alongside frequent prize giveaways of Xnode Decentralized virtual machines and merchandise.

November 2024

SmartCon Speed Hack Winners & Developer Platform Updates

Announced winners of SmartCon 2024 Speed Hack hackathon, with three developers receiving Decentralized Virtual Machines (DVMs) worth $3,500 each in cloud credits. Winning submissions included Arturou’s Linktree Template, Elbarroca’s Notion Template, and Gabriel’s Golang Template, all deployable through Xnode Studio. Notable submissions included an enhanced Chainlink Price Feed Dashboard and Node-as-a-Service templates. Presented Xnode Studio v4 at Chainlink Hacker House, demonstrating KYC-free bare metal service deployments worldwide. Introduced direct Hivelocity API integration, advancing the path to fully decentralized cloud infrastructure. Platform developments included new Node-as-a-Service templates for blockchain validators and expanded documentation resources for the growing developer community.

Xnode Deployment Guide & Use Case Showcase Launch

Released comprehensive deployment guide showcasing Xnode’s versatile application capabilities across blockchain, gaming, and AI sectors. Featured three primary use cases: Chainlink Data Dashboard deployment leveraging Oracle Data Feeds and CCIP integration, Minecraft server hosting with streamlined template deployment, and Ollama + Open WebUI implementation for AI model interaction.

Guide detailed step-by-step deployment processes and highlighted platform’s integration with 32 global bare metal providers. Introduced advanced template customization options and previewed upcoming features, including bare metal integration in beta testing and support for high-spec validator nodes with Early Node Validator Passes.

The documentation emphasized Xnode’s ability to simplify complex deployments while maintaining decentralized infrastructure principles, demonstrating the platform’s evolution as a comprehensive deployment solution for both Web2 and Web3 applications.

December 2024

Australian Crypto Convention & Year-End Industry Overview

The Australian Crypto Convention in Sydney served as a fitting finale to an extraordinary year, bringing together over 7,000 innovative minds from across the Asia-Pacific region. The event was highlighted by transformative keynotes from industry titans, including Charles Hoskinson’s compelling vision for cross-chain interoperability and Raoul Pal’s powerful message about blockchain’s fundamental role in our digital future. Alongside strategic collaborations with developers from Kaspa, Cardano, and Alibaba Cloud, and with Bitcoin reaching $100k record highs in 2024, our strategic meetings revealed a crucial insight: the industry’s persistent reliance on centralized infrastructure remains substantial, with major exchanges still investing millions monthly in traditional cloud services.

Looking Ahead: 2025 The Era of Decentralization

As we raise our glasses to bid farewell to 2024, we stand at the cusp of a transformation. The coming year — 2025 — isn’t just another entry in our calendar; it’s the launching point for our vision of true infrastructure decentralization. The challenges we’ve identified and the foundations we’ve built throughout 2024 have set the stage for a revolutionary leap forward.

Our mission has never been clearer: to systematically reduce reliance on centralized intermediaries while constructing robust, sustainable decentralized alternatives. Tonight, as we celebrate our achievements and anticipate tomorrow’s challenges, we’re not just dreaming of a decentralized future — we’re actively building it.

Here’s to 2024’s accomplishments and to the dawn of true decentralization in 2025. Happy New Year!

The atmosphere was buzzing, fueled by Bitcoin’s surge this week hovering just below the $100,000 mark.

With an extensive lineup of speakers and over 1,000 exhibitors, the event had something for everyone — from newbs to degens.

Charles Hoskinson, CEO & Founder at Input Output (co-founder of Ethereum, founder of Cardano), shared several key insights into the future of blockchain technology and its societal impacts. Hoskinson called attention to the importance of decentralization in blockchain — data, identity and governance structures, emphasizing the need for cross-chain interoperability to drive growth in the industry.

On Day 2, Raoul Pal, CEO at Real Vision, presented his “Don’t F*ck this up” thesis.

Pal preached that as the world becomes increasingly digital, blockchain technology will be essential for various sectors, including finance, art, and contracts. Pal explained, “Everything in a digital world is going to require blockchain rails,” highlighting the technology’s role in ensuring trust and transparency without relying on centralized authorities. He advocated for decentralized systems and encouraged a long-term mindset, calling for investment in projects that focus on building and innovation.

The “To meme or not to meme” panel drew a full house. Timothy Stebbing, Director at Dogecoin Foundation, said “I only invest in things that have utility, and I don’t see utility in those memecoins.”

Whilst many still see the lack of utility in Doge, Stebbing refers to the strength of the Doge community, and their focus on “memes for good” using the token to support numerous charitable causes and drive positive change in the world. “Dogecoin has grown beyond its origins as a meme; we are now focused on creating real-world applications for our cryptocurrency,” Stebbing stated.

The panel delved into the concept of short-term memecoins as a “tokenization of entertainment,” debating their place in the broader crypto landscape. Ultimately, there was consensus: long-term value lies in investing in projects that are building utility and meaningful applications.

The Openmesh team had productive meetings with developers from Kaspa, Cardano and the team at Alibaba Cloud. Alibaba Cloud is actively servicing the web3 space with notable clients like Fetch.ai, NEAR Foundation, Avalanche and several centralized exchanges. One key takeaway from the conversations was, “Exchanges like Binance spend millions of dollars per month on Alibaba Cloud and AWS. Imagine if we switched it off? Billions would be lost”. This underscores the web3 industry’s heavy reliance on centralized intermediaries for critical infrastructure.

Amid all the excitement, it’s encouraging to see growing support for Openmesh’s vision and mission. And as we lean into 2025 — The Era of Decentralization, join us and explore how Openmesh is building long-term decentralized infrastructure for the World. Get involved:

Website: https://www.openmesh.network/

Blog: https://blog.openmesh.network/

Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/OpenmeshNetwork

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/openmesh/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/openmeshn

Discord: https://discord.com/invite/openmesh

Telegram: https://t.me/openmesh

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Openmesh.network

GitHub: https://github.com/Openmesh-Network

Openmesh’s deployment ecosystem allows users to deploy diverse applications, from blockchain dashboards to AI frameworks and game servers, with unmatched ease. Whether you’re leveraging Chainlink Oracle Feeds, hosting a Minecraft server, or deploying advanced AI tools like Ollama, Openmesh ensures seamless and decentralized deployment options. Here’s a guide to some exciting deployment possibilities with Openmesh.

Deploy a Chainlink Data Dashboard

With Openmesh’s integration with Chainlink Oracle Data Feeds and CCIP, you can easily deploy a Chainlink Data Dashboard on your Xnode.

Steps to Deploy:

1. Connect Your Wallet: Start by connecting your Web3 wallet and creating a session in Xnode Studio.
2. Select the Chainlink App Template: From the App Store in your Xnode Studio dashboard, choose the Chainlink template.
3. Deploy to Your Target: Click the Deploy button and select your deployment target. For this example, we deploy to an existing Xnode DVM.
4. Monitor Deployment Status: Wait for the status to move from “Configuring” to “Online.” Once online, use the URL shortcut to view the deployed dashboard.
5. Explore Features:

• View live price data of various digital assets.
• Track price movements over time with auto-rendered graphs.
• Explore Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) for trustless blockchain messaging.

This template is open source, allowing you to customize it via the Advanced Template process for more tailored applications.

Deploy a Minecraft Server

Hosting a Minecraft server is easier than ever with Openmesh’s streamlined app templates.

Steps to Deploy:

1. Connect Your Wallet: Start a session in Xnode Studio.
2. Select the Minecraft Template: From the App Store, choose the Minecraft app template.
3. Agree to the EULA: Configure the template by agreeing to the EULA.
4. Choose Deployment Target: Select your deployment target (e.g., an existing Xnode DVM).
5. Monitor Deployment: Check the progress from “Configuring” to “Online,” then note the IP address of your deployed server.
6. Connect Minecraft:

• Open Minecraft Java Edition and ensure it is updated to version 1.21.
• Navigate to Multiplayer, add the server using the provided IP address, and join the game!

Whether you’re exploring or battling zombies, Openmesh helps you deploy your server on bare metal at speed and a fraction of the cost

Deploy Ollama + Open WebUI App

For AI enthusiasts, deploying the Ollama LLM framework with the Open WebUI frontend UX unlocks powerful tools for interacting with cutting-edge AI models like Llama3.1 and Mistral directly from your browser.

Steps to Deploy:

1. Connect Your Wallet: Start a session in Xnode Studio.
2. Select Use Case Template: From the Use-Cases tab in the App Store, choose the Ollama + Open WebUI template.
3. Choose Deployment Target: Select your previously redeemed bare metal Xnode.
4. Monitor Deployment: Deployment typically takes about 2 minutes. Monitor live progress via the deployment page.
5. Access AI Tools:

• View deployed apps, including Ollama and Open WebUI, on your bare metal server.
• Use the arrow icon to access the chatbot frontend and interact with powerful AI models seamlessly.

Key Features of Openmesh Deployment

Flexible Deployment Targets:

• Deploy to Xnode DVMs or, soon, directly to bare metal machines.
• Upcoming support for high-spec validator nodes with Early Node Validator Passes expands possibilities further.

Bare Metal Integration (In Beta Testing):

• Select from 32 global bare metal providers across hundreds of data centers.
• Filter by provider, location, price, or region to find the best match.
• Enter the provider’s API key for a fully decentralized deployment process.

Xnode DVMs:

• Redeemable cloud credits from Openmesh, designed to onboard startups and builders into the decentralized ecosystem.

Customizable Templates:

• Open-source templates enable users to tailor deployments to specific needs.
• Advanced Template processes allow complete customization for unique use cases.

Conclusion

Openmesh empowers builders with tools to deploy diverse applications quickly and securely across decentralized infrastructure. Whether you’re building a Chainlink Data Dashboard, hosting a Minecraft server, or exploring advanced AI frameworks, Openmesh simplifies the process while ensuring flexibility and decentralization.

With upcoming features like bare metal integration and validator nodes, the possibilities for Openmesh deployments are only expanding. Start building your next project today, and explore the endless opportunities within the Openmesh ecosystem!

ETHGlobal in Sydney, Australia

At ETHGlobal Sydney, Openmesh partnered and participated as speakers, bringing decentralized infrastructure to the forefront of one of the world’s leading Web3 hackathons. Founder Ashton Hettiarachi and Openmesh’s Senior Engineer introduced Xnode, highlighting its ability to revolutionize Web2 and Web3 infrastructure.

As judges, Openmesh awarded a $2,500 prize to an exceptional hackathon project. Beyond the hackathon, Openmesh connected with the Web3 community at events like MemeGlobal Sydney and the Pragma Afterparty, fostering relationships and sparking inspiration for future projects.

Proof of Talk in Paris, France

In Paris, Openmesh took center stage as a Gold Sponsor at Proof of Talk 2024. Ashton Hettiarachi delivered a powerful keynote, “Exploring the Future of Web3 with Open Data and Infrastructure,” drawing parallels between ancient empires and modern monopolistic corporations. He warned against the risks of centralized control over IT infrastructure and data.

Workshops and panels explored critical topics, including blockchain interoperability, decentralized AI applications, and crypto payment solutions. Openmesh also co-hosted the MultiversX hackathon, providing developers with Xnode tools and $50,000 in credits to push the boundaries of innovation.

Blockchain Australia in Sydney

During Blockchain Week in Sydney, Openmesh presented Xnode and Xnode Studio. The session demonstrated how these tools simplified decentralized infrastructure deployment through live demos and step-by-step workflows.

Attendees were also introduced to Openmesh’s unique NFT-based Xnode Decentralized Virtual Machines (DVMs), reinforcing the company’s commitment to making decentralized infrastructure accessible and practical for all.

Token2049 in Singapore

TOKEN2049 in Singapore, the world’s largest crypto event, was a significant milestone for Openmesh. As a premier venue for industry leaders, institutions, and innovators, the event provided an ideal platform for Openmesh to showcase its technologies and vision.

DePIN Alliance — Co-hosted Sidevent

During TOKEN2049 week, Openmesh co-hosted the DePIN Alliance event with U2U Network. Ashton Hettiarachi delivered a keynote addressing the growing centralization in Web3, critiquing the reliance on centralized providers like AWS and GCP for critical infrastructure.

Ashton presented Openmesh’s solutions, including the P2P protocol and Xnode platform, emphasizing their ability to reduce costs, eliminate middlemen, and empower developers to create scalable, decentralized systems.

DePIN Mass Adoption — Sidevent

At the DePIN Mass Adoption event, hosted by Parasail and DePINX, Ashton participated in a panel discussion titled “Multi-DePIN Infrastructure for Scalable Growth.” Joining leaders from Solana Foundation, PingPong, and Witness Chain, Ashton highlighted Openmesh’s role in building decentralized cloud networks and championing decentralized compute.

These side events showed Openmesh’s commitment to fostering meaningful collaborations and advancing the decentralized ecosystem.

Coinfest in Bali Indonesia

Coinfest Bali provided Openmesh the opportunity to connect with the vibrant Web3 ecosystem in Indonesia. The team engaged in lively discussions about DePIN and decentralization, building valuable relationships with attendees from diverse industries.

Openmesh hosted two networking events, bringing together leaders from Web3 and Web2 sectors to discuss the latest innovations in decentralized cloud technology.

SmartCon by Chainlink in Hong Kong

As a Platinum Sponsor at SmartCon 2024, Openmesh left an indelible mark with its presence. Ashton Hettiarachi’s keynote, “2025: The Era of Decentralization,” addressed the critical centralization of global IT infrastructure and presented Openmesh’s vision for a permissionless, decentralized cloud network.

Key moments included:

• $100 Million Decentralized Cloud Initiative: Ashton’s Spotlight Stage keynote outlined how Openmesh is allocating substantial resources to empower developers and founders with decentralized infrastructure.
• HackerHouse Workshop: Hands-on sessions allowed attendees to deploy Xnode virtual machines and explore integrations with Chainlink’s CCIP.
• Engaging Booth Segments: From live demos to prize giveaways, Openmesh showcased its innovative solutions for Web3 builders.

Side events like the Openmesh VIP Networking Event and SmartCon at Sunset brought together Web3 leaders to celebrate the community’s shared vision for decentralization.

Next Stop: Aus Crypto Con in Sydney

The team is headed to the largest crypto event in Australia, Stay tuned for the recap.

More info: https://auscryptocon.com/

Looking Ahead: A Decentralized Future

This year, Openmesh has strengthened its position as a pioneer in decentralized infrastructure, sparking meaningful conversations and driving innovative solutions at key global events. With a clear mission and transformative technologies, Openmesh is shaping the future of Web3.

As 2024 comes to a close, the journey continues — pushing boundaries, building smarter, and inspiring the next generation of decentralization. Stay tuned for more in 2025 — the era of decentralization is just beginning!

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FINAL PRES SMARTCON

At Chainlink’s SmartCon event, Ashton Hettiarachi, the founder of Openmesh, took the stage to deliver a deeply insightful keynote. He shed light on one of the most pressing issues of our time, the monopoly and centralization of digital superpowers, and laid out a bold vision for the future of decentralized infrastructure. The keynote, titled “The Era of Decentralization,” emphasized the urgent need to challenge the concentration of control in Web2 and Web3 ecosystems and introduced Openmesh’s revolutionary contributions toward achieving a decentralized future.

The Threat of Centralized Power

Kicking off the keynote, Ashton spoke about the biggest threats humanity faces — nuclear war, asteroid impacts, pandemics — and then added another major one: the centralization of digital power. He pointed out how just a handful of corporations control most of the world’s IT infrastructure, cloud services, and AI capabilities.

He compared this to ancient empires like the Romans and Ottomans, which centralized power and made decisions in secret, often without considering the broader consequences. But today, Ashton argued, the stakes are even higher. With massive digital monopolies controlling so much of the world’s infrastructure, we’re at risk of creating what he called “a Google at a solar system scale.” To prevent that, decentralization isn’t just an option — it’s a necessity to protect democracy and ensure power isn’t concentrated in the hands of a few.

A Vision for Decentralized Infrastructure

Ashton described his vision for a world where trust isn’t something we place in companies or individuals but is instead built into technology itself. Inspired by public networks like Bitcoin, which run independently of governments or corporations, Ashton said this is the foundation for creating systems that are self-evolving, self-governing, and open to everyone.

When he left Phantom in 2019, he started Openmesh with the idea of building a decentralized alternative to AWS. Drawing inspiration from networks like BitTorrent, he set out to create a system where people could own and control their own data and infrastructure without needing to rely on big centralized providers.

Openmesh: Building the Future

Ashton introduced Openmesh’s flagship technology, Xnode, a modular tool that simplifies how decentralized infrastructure is deployed and managed. He described it as “Lego blocks” for building infrastructure — easy to use and highly flexible. With Xnode, developers can quickly spin up Ethereum nodes, run DeFi apps, or deploy AI tools without needing to rely on centralized cloud services.

One of the standout announcements was Openmesh’s decentralized service mesh protocol, which Ashton explained tackles the huge problem of duplicated cloud operations. Instead of wasting resources by building the same compute and storage repeatedly, this protocol enables sharing and efficiency, drastically cutting costs while keeping everything decentralized.

Unlike many Web3 projects that go straight for peer-to-peer computing and struggle with adoption, Openmesh took a practical approach, starting with data centers and user-focused hardware to ensure performance and reliability right from the start.

A Bold Collaboration with Chainlink

One of the keynote’s highlights was the collaboration between Openmesh and Chainlink. Ashton shared his excitement about Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP), calling it one of the most important innovations in Web3 since DeFi. CCIP allows different Web3 ecosystems to communicate securely, solving a critical issue for decentralized apps and services.

To accelerate decentralization, Ashton announced Openmesh’s $100 million giveaway to the Web3 industry, with Chainlink receiving the largest share. He explained that partnerships like this are key to pushing the industry toward a future where 90% or more of Web3 could truly be decentralized.

A Call to Action

Ashton wrapped up by declaring that 2024 would be “The Era of Decentralization.” He challenged the audience to rethink how they approach Web3, urging developers and builders to design systems that are open, decentralized, and free from the control of any single entity.

The keynote wasn’t just about theory — it was a call to take action and build a future where people truly own their data, their infrastructure, and their digital lives. With Openmesh leading the charge and partnerships like Chainlink paving the way, Ashton painted an inspiring picture of what’s possible when decentralization becomes more than just a buzzword — it becomes a movement.

Watch the keynote presentation:

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The Chainlink SmartCon 2024 Conference was an exciting time, as the development team at Openmesh got to show off their decentralized cloud products. We had Web3 developers gathered around our Openmesh “Decentralization is Being Compromised” Booth to participate in our Speed Hack hackathon. With several ~$3,500 USD worth of DVM cloud credits up for grabs, talented developers showcased their skills by submitting novel application templates through our Web3 Open R&D task bounty platform.

Speed Hack Winners and their Hackathon Submissions

Our “Speed Hack” hackathon yielded great results, with three standout developers who transformed our Xnode NextJS Base Template into specialized templates that will benefit the entire Openmesh ecosystem. Why is this special? It means that anyone in the world can deploy an app or website with a couple of clicks in minutes, on top of the decentralized immutable cloud, without KYC, and pay for it with crypto!

The winning submissions were able to get a working demo running on top of the Openmesh decentralized cloud within the second day of the SmartCon conference.

The successful developer submissions include:

• Arturou — Linktree Template — DVM Winner
• Elbarroca — Notion Template — DVM Winner
• Gabriel — Xnode Golang Template — DVM Winner

Notable mentions include:

• Arkgast — Chainlink Price Feed Dashboard V2
• Kenty — Node-as-a-Service Templates
• Joseph — Computation work via blockchain distributed nodes

Developer Submission — Arturou — Linktree Template

Arturou built a very useful Xnode NextJS Linktree Template that practically all new startups use and many online brands need. His Linktree template can be deployed from Xnode Studio using the Advanced Template Getting Started Guide. Once you deploy the template, you can quickly edit the source code to achieve your social media and website link aggregator and make it super easy for followers and users to be aware of your online presence.

Github Source Code: https://github.com/Arturou/xnode-nextjs-linktree

Developer Submission — Elbarroca — Notion Template

Elbarroca shipped some winning code using the Xnode NextJS Notion Template, bringing collaborative documentation to the Openmesh ecosystem. This template reimagines team knowledge sharing with an intuitive interface and powerful features. You can deploy this following our Advanced Xnode Template Getting Started Guide.

Github Source Code: https://github.com/elbarroca/OpenMesh__Blog_Speedaton

Developer Submission — Gabriel — Xnode Golang Template

Instead of building a NextJS Template application, Gabriel thought outside the box and built the beginnings of a new language framework for Xnode applications, the Xnode Golang Template!

Github Source Code: https://github.com/vash-knives/xnode-golang-template

Notable Mentions

We have several high quality developers who didn’t make the SmartCon deadline in submitting their work to the Open R&D Speed Hack submission portal. However, they still get an honorable mention!

Notable Mention — Arkgast — Chainlink Price Feed Dashboard V2

Arkgast spent his afternoon building out an improved version of our Chainlink Price Feed & CCIP app template adding dynamic graphs and sweeter UX.

Notable Mention — Kenty — Node-as-a-Service Templates

Kenty is busy building out Node-as-a-service (NaaS) validator templates that enable people to run their favorite Layer 1 & infrastructure nodes. He is also working on benchmarking Xnode deployments and is looking into building a hyperledger fabric NaaS template.

Notable Mention — Joseph — Computation work via blockchain distributed nodes

Deploying on the Openmesh decentralized cloud, this open source high-performance computing (HPC) system uses blockchain technology and Chainlink oracles to orchestrate distributed computation. The architecture combines Ethereum smart contracts for job distribution, IPFS for storage, and specialized services for execution and ML inference, enabling secure and verifiable processing of resource-intensive tasks across a decentralized network.

Github Source Code: https://github.com/joequant/blockchain-hpc

What did our Speed Hack contributors win?

Our lucky winners took home a Decentralized Virtual Machine (DVM), an NFT-controlled access mechanism to bare metal computing resources. It enables access to 12 months of high performance cloud computing worth ~$3,500 USD.

Build & Earn with our Open R&D platform!

You can view all our developer & community bounties at our Open R&D website site! It is an open source bounty task management system where tasks, escrow rewards, applicant submissions and winners are all onchain. Visit the Open R&D website and check out the tasks. Want to learn more read more info from our Open R&D documentation.

Openmesh Developer Updates

At the Chainlink Hacker House, we presented Xnode Studio v4, the Openmesh dashboard that lets you deploy your favorite apps directly onto bare metal service providers all around the world! There is no KYC, no credit cards, just connect your Web3 wallet! It is fully open source and there is no middle man, with some apps deployable in < 5 minutes! Read our Xnode Studio documentation for more information.

For those lucky to win or earn a Xnode Decentralized Virtual Machine (DVM), we walked through how to redeem the NFT and deploy various applications from our App Store. The DVM’s rewarded to early adopters was worth ~$3500 USD as you get a 12-month bare metal server to play with! We also deployed a Minecraft app template to the applause of the crowd.

Deploy anything with Xnode!

Soon you will be able to deploy validators/RPC’s on Xnode to support your favorite blockchain with our Node-as-a-Service templates. This expands our service offerings, from not just deploying app templates but also deploying node’s for Ethereum EVM-compatible blockchains & others.

It is now possible to not only deploy with your DVM cloud credits, you can now create an account with Hivelocity and add your API key directly! This achievement aligns to our path to a fully decentralized Openmesh Cloud. We are not the middle man and you can deploy with supported cloud providers right now.

Each Xnode deployed contributes to the decentralization of our Openmesh Cloud. The next phase of the Openmesh journey aggregates a percentage and unused capacity of the deployed Xnode compute & storage to form the Openmesh Cloud!

Join Our Thriving Developer Community

The success of our SmartCon events was just the beginning. We’re witnessing the emergence of a vibrant, collaborative developer community that’s pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with decentralized infrastructure. Whether you’re an experienced developer or just starting your journey, there’s never been a better time to join the Openmesh ecosystem.

Are you a developer interested in building on Openmesh?

Connect with us through our various community channels to stay updated on future hackathons, bounties, and opportunities to start contributing to our open source decentralized cloud vision:

GitHub: https://github.com/Openmesh-Network

Developer Documentation: documentation site

Open R&D Bounty Platform: Open R&D platform

Discord: https://discord.com/invite/openmesh > Developer chat @ dev-chat channel

Twitter: https://twitter.com/OpenmeshNetwork > Developer X Community https://x.com/i/communities/1844577110045950312

Telegram: https://t.me/openmesh > Developer Announcements https://t.me/OpenmeshDevs

Circle: https://circle.openmesh.network/

Want to learn more about Openmesh? watch our SmartCon Keynote!

See you at the next Openmesh Event or Online Hackathon!

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Ashton’s Keynote, Main Stage - 2025: The Era of Decentralization

One of the most anticipated moments of SmartCon 2024 was Ashton Hettiarachi’s keynote, where he addressed a pressing issue: the alarming centralization of the world’s data and IT infrastructure.

90% of the world’s data and IT infrastructure is controlled by 5 private corporations, and we are supposed to trust them?

Ashton addressed the irony that much of the critical Web3 infrastructure, including decentralized applications, services, and nodes, still relies heavily on centralized cloud providers like AWS and GCP. This reliance undermines the very principle of decentralization that Web3 aims to uphold.

Ashton introduced Openmesh’s vision to build a decentralized, permissionless cloud and data network without a middleman. This groundbreaking infrastructure, powered by CCIP and the Decentralized Service Mesh Protocol (DSP), aims to revolutionize how decentralized applications, services, and protocols operate. By 2025, Openmesh envisions the emergence of advanced decentralized solutions across industries such as DeFi, GameFi, DeSci, DePIN, and cross-chain innovations. He painted a picture of a future where data is no longer controlled by a few corporations but is open, decentralized, and benefits everyone.

This isn’t just about technology but about shaping the internet for the next few decades, ensuring democracy, and safeguarding the free flow of information for future generations.

Catchup on the recording here: https://smartcon.chain.link/video-on-demand/-2025-the-era-of-decentralization

Booth Segments

Our booth at SmartCon was full of activity and innovation. We hosted a variety of segments to engage and educate attendees about the capabilities of Openmesh.

Highlights included:

• Live Demos of Xnode: Showcasing how seamlessly decentralized services can be deployed on Xnode, including popular applications like Ollama and Minecraft.
• Workshop Sessions: Providing hands-on experience and deep dives into our technology, allowing participants to explore our products.
• Prize Giveaways: Adding an element of fun and excitement, with lucky attendees walking away with prizes such as Xnode Decentralized virtual machines, merchandise and more. We hosted raffles frequently where we spun the wheel for a lucky winner.
• Hackathons: Giving an opportunity for the developers to showcase their skills and code their way to winning prizes worth up to $4k.

Through all these sessions and more, excitement was high and the engagement was amazing. From the Openmesh team, we want to thank everyone who had the chance to come and support us.

Ashton’s 2nd Keynote, Spotlight Stage — The $100 Million Decentralized Cloud Initiative

In addition to his main keynote, Ashton Hettiarachi took to the Spotlight Stage to discuss the $100 Million Decentralized Cloud Initiative, a pivotal moment for developers and founders looking to harness the power of decentralization.

This talk provided a deeper dive into how Openmesh is allocating substantial resources to build a more decentralized internet. Ashton outlined how developers and founders could access these resources, including Xnodes, for free. The initiative is designed to empower the Web3 community to build and scale decentralized applications and services without the limitations of traditional, centralized cloud providers.

The Decentralized Cloud Initiative aims to transform data and IT infrastructure by providing $100 million worth of public cloud services over the next 12 months. This initiative supports both Web3 and Web2 by offering Xnodes deployed on high-performance decentralized virtual machines (DVMs) linked to Non Fungible Tokens (NFTs), without KYC requirements. Through community funding and partnerships with bare metal providers, Openmesh will create and distribute these decentralized virtual machines, for free empowering developers, start-ups, and other organizations around the world and laying the foundation for a truly decentralized cloud.

He also highlighted how out of the 100 million, Openmesh is allocating $5 million worth of cloud ressources to Chainlink as part of the partnership with Openmesh.

HackerHouse Workshop: Hands-On with Openmesh

One of the most engaging moments of SmartCon was the HackerHouse Workshop, where Ashton and our engineers demonstrated the power of Openmesh firsthand.

Attendees got a deep dive into how to deploy an Xnode virtual machine on Xnode studio.

The workshop also showcased our seamless integration with CCIP, sparking real excitement among developers eager to build decentralized applications. The interactive session allowed participants to engage directly with our technology, gaining valuable insights into the future of decentralized infrastructure.

Openmesh side events

Official Openmesh VIP & Networking Event:

At SmartCon 2024, Openmesh hosted an exclusive VIP event that brought together leading minds from the Web3 and DePIN communities. This gathering provided a unique opportunity to explore groundbreaking innovations in decentralized cloud infrastructure and foster meaningful connections among developers, founders, and industry leaders.

Event Highlights:

• Official Presentation: “Chainlink + Openmesh: The New Era of Decentralization”
• Insights into the $100 million Decentralized Cloud Initiative
• Networking opportunities with key figures in the Web3 space, engaging in insightful conversations and building lasting connections.

The event featured high-level discussions on the future of decentralized technology, providing attendees with a glimpse into Openmesh’s latest innovations and the opportunities they present for the broader Web3 ecosystem.

Smatcon at Sunset, brought to you by Openmesh

One of the standout moments of SmartCon 2024 was the SmartCon at Sunset event, an unforgettable evening organized by Chainlink on behalf of Openmesh. This side event offered attendees a chance to unwind with an evening of drinks, food, and music.

The atmosphere was lively, with attendees enjoying the company of Web3 enthusiasts while discussing the future of decentralized technology. Adding a special touch to the evening was a signature cocktail — the Decentralized Cloud — crafted to represent Openmesh’s innovative spirit. This unique creation was a hit among guests.

SmartCon at Sunset was more than just a social event; it was a celebration of the community and the shared vision of a decentralized future. It provided a relaxed and engaging environment for attendees to build connections and reflect on the era of decenteralization.

From the Openmesh Team, We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who visited our booth, attended our talks, and participated in our side events. The journey has only just begun, and together, we will shape the future of Web3.

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Openmesh is proud to announce our Platinum Sponsorship at SmartCon 2024, where we’ll be making waves with a series of impactful engagements and a special contribution to the Web3 community. As part of this sponsorship, Openmesh is allocating $5 million worth of cloud credits to Chainlink. This significant commitment underscores our shared vision of fostering a decentralized future and empowering developers to build the next generation of decentralized applications.

A Groundbreaking Partnership with Chainlink

Our partnership with Chainlink is centered around the integration of their Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) with Openmesh’s decentralized cloud network. This collaboration will unlock new levels of interoperability and resilience, enabling decentralized applications to seamlessly operate across multiple blockchains.

By leveraging CCIP, Openmesh aims to break down the centralization and create a more open and interconnected Web3 ecosystem. This partnership is set to accelerate the development of advanced decentralized services.

What to Expect at SmartCon 2024

As a Platinum Sponsor, Openmesh is going all out to make this event unforgettable:

• $5 Million in Cloud Credits: We’re allocating these credits to support the Chainlink community, giving developers access to Openmesh’s powerful decentralized cloud infrastructure. This will enable them to build, test, and deploy their applications with ease and efficiency.
• A Major Booth Presence: Our booth will be one of the largest at SmartCon, serving as a hub for innovation and engagement. Attendees can experience live demos of Xnode and explore how Openmesh and CCIP are revolutionizing the way decentralized services are built and deployed.
• Two Keynotes and a Workshop:

Keynotes: Our Founder and CEO, Ashton Hettiarachi, will take the stage twice to share our vision for the future of decentralization and unveil the transformative potential of our partnership with Chainlink.

Workshop: Dive deep into the technical side with our interactive workshop, where developers can learn firsthand how to leverage Openmesh and CCIP to create more resilient and efficient decentralized applications.

Driving Innovation and Decentralization

This sponsorship is more than just an event partnership; it’s a statement of our commitment to driving innovation in the decentralized cloud space. By working closely with Chainlink, we’re not only supporting the development of cutting-edge technologies but also paving the way for a more decentralized and open internet.

Join Us at SmartCon 2024

We’re excited to engage with the Web3 community, share our innovations, and collaborate with developers, founders, and thought leaders. If you’re attending SmartCon, make sure to visit our booth, attend our keynotes, and participate in our workshop. Together, we’ll shape the next era of decentralization.

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