Welcome back to the Stratos biweekly update! Over the past two weeks, our team has been working to enhance the efficiency, scalability, and security of the Stratos ecosystem. From blockchain performance improvements to decentralized storage enhancements, let’s dive into what we’ve accomplished and what’s coming next!

Completed

1️⃣ Stratos Chain Merkle Proof Improvement

We’ve added a new Merkle proof mechanism to improve the validation and verification for transactions between Stratos Chain and Metanode Network

2️⃣ Stratos Chain EVM Gas Consumption Improvement

Our latest optimization has significantly reduced EVM gas consumption.

3️⃣ Stratos File Drive Release v0.1.8 on Mesos Testnet

Version 0.1.8 of Stratos File Drive is now live on the Mesos Testnet, focused on batch processing and User Interaction for multiple file upload and download

4️⃣ SDS Traffic Settlement Enhancements

We’re continuously refining how traffic is settled within the SDS. This ongoing upgrade ensures fairer task assignment and traffic settlement for storage and bandwidth providers.

Ongoing

🛠️ Develop Stratos Decentralized Database (SDD) Framework

The Stratos Decentralized Database (SDD) is taking shape! While not fully ready yet, we’re progressing toward a scalable, secure, and decentralized database solution.

📱 Stratos Mobile Wallet Reboot

We have finished the revamping of the Stratos Mobile Wallet, working on the publishing procedure with different ecosystem stores(IOS, Android).

🔗 Integrating Metanode Network Merkle Proof Improvement

To ensure stronger data integrity across the network, we’re integrating Merkle proof improvements into Metanodes.

📊 Verifying Traffic for Low Volume Metanodes

To ensure fair reward distribution, we’re implementing a new verification mechanism for nodes that have low volume. This will help optimize network participation and provide a way for the network to quickly detect under-performed nodes.

🛠️ SDS Service Gateway Routing Enhancements

We are improving the mechanism of how the SDS RPC nodes are assigned for the Service Gateway. This optimization will help on the Stratos File Drive and SPFS upload/download performance

🖥️ Stratos Decentralized Computation Network — Proof of Concept

Detailed to be released in a later update.

Stratos Community AMA — Strengthening Engagement 🎙️

We had an exciting Stratos Community AMA, where our founder, Bin Zhu, engaged directly with the community to share insights, provide updates, and answer your questions! The discussion covered key advancements regarding Stratos — IPFS, Stratos File Drive, the roadmap ahead, and how Stratos is shaping the future of decentralized storage, computation, and blockchain infrastructure. Thank you to everyone who participated — your support and feedback drive our innovation!

Stay tuned for more updates as we push the boundaries of decentralized storage and computation. Exciting developments ahead!

About Stratos:

Stratos is building the next-generation decentralised cloud that provides a scalable, reliable, self-balanced storage, database, and computation network all in one. Stratos strives to become the most solid cornerstone of the new era of decentralisation, to power Dapps with a reliable and fully decentralised foundation. Stratos’ unique Proof-of-Traffic consensus rewards network participants and contributors with network traffic.

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As Stratos continues to evolve and expand its ecosystem, the past two weeks have been marked by significant progress on various fronts. One of the standout milestones during this period has been the official launch of the Stratos IPFS Mainnet, a groundbreaking achievement that brings us closer to our goal of providing a decentralized, high-speed, and secure data storage network. Alongside this major milestone, we have also made advancements in other key areas, such as updates to our storage solutions, network efficiency, and the development of new platforms.

Completed:

1.SDS Release v0.12.6 — RPC Update

Implemented updates to the Remote Procedure Call (RPC) functionality, enhancing the efficiency and reliability of data transmission across the Stratos Decentralized Storage (SDS) network.

2. Metanode Release v0.12.7 — Traffic Settlement Improvement

Improved the traffic settlement mechanism to optimize transaction processing and ensure more accurate reward distribution among participating nodes.

3.Stratos IPFS (SPFS) Mainnet Release

The Stratos IPFS mainnet has officially been launched, offering a decentralized and highly scalable solution for file storage. With over 1,100 active storage nodes globally, Stratos is one of the largest and most distributed IPFS clusters, ensuring faster data retrieval, real-time streaming, and guaranteed file persistence. The integration of IPFS into the mainnet significantly enhances storage reliability and decentralization, aligning with Stratos’ core mission of empowering users with distributed, tamper-proof data storage.

4.Stratos File Drive Release v0.1.6 and v0.1.7

Rolled out updates to the Stratos File Drive, introducing performance optimizations and user experience improvements for decentralized file management.

Ongoing:

1. SDD Framework Development

• Working on the design and implementation of the Stratos Decentralized Database (SDD) framework

2. Stratos Mobile Wallet Reboot

• Redesigning and upgrading the Stratos Mobile Wallet to improve usability, security, and compatibility.

3. Stratos Chain Merkle Proof Improvement

• Enhancing the Merkle Proof mechanism to strengthen data verification and integrity within the Stratos blockchain, ensuring a more robust and tamper-proof system.

4. SDS traffic Settlement Improvement (Continued)

• Continuing work on refining traffic settlement processes to further optimize rewards distribution and network efficiency.

5. Stratos Decentralized Computation Network POC

• Developing a Proof-of-Concept (PoC) for the Stratos Decentralized Computation Network, which aims to enable decentralized computing power within the ecosystem.

Ecosystem:

With the launch of Stratos-IPFS, we have actively begun engaging and connecting with the IPFS community to foster collaboration and initiate pilot projects utilizing our highly accessible SPFS network. At the same time, we are expanding our outreach to international communities, such as Japan, by working closely with local key opinion leaders (KOLs) to enhance awareness and adoption of Stratos.

The Stratos IPFS Mainnet Release stands out as a pivotal moment in the Stratos journey, marking a major milestone in decentralized storage technology. This release brings enhanced reliability, scalability, and security to the Stratos ecosystem, laying the foundation for further advancements and applications in decentralized file storage.

About Stratos:

Stratos is building the next-generation decentralised cloud that provides a scalable, reliable, self-balanced storage, database, and computation network all in one. Stratos strives to become the most solid cornerstone of the new era of decentralisation, to power Dapps with a reliable and fully decentralised foundation. Stratos’ unique Proof-of-Traffic consensus rewards network participants and contributors with network traffic.

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The past sprint has been a game-changer! We were thrilled to launch the Stratos Drive on Mainnet, alongside a new version of the Stratos Wallet. This means individual users can now take full control of their data with Stratos’ decentralized storage solution.

We’ve hit another significant milestone with over 1,000 active SDS storage nodes — a major step toward a more resilient, secure, and fully decentralized storage network.

Technical Updates:

Completed:

• Stratos Drive Launch on Mainnet
• SDS version v0.12.5 with RPC Improvement

Ongoing:

• SPFS Mainnet Infrastructure Preparation on Mainnet
• Develop SDD Framework
• Stratos Mobile Wallet Reboot
• Stratos Chain Merkle Proof Improvement
• SDS Traffic Settlement Improvement
• Stratos Decentralized Computation Network POC

Ecosystem Growth:

1. Stratos x Voltix AI: The Next Era of Decentralized AI & Cloud Computing

We’re thrilled to partner with Voltix AI, a next-gen decentralized computing platform, to revolutionize AI training, high-performance computing, and Web3 applications with Stratos’ scalable decentralized storage and infrastructure.

1. Stratos x Ispoverse: Powering the Future of Decentralized Gaming

Our collaboration with Ispoverse is set to transform gaming, education, and digital experiences. This next-gen gaming platform offers Play2Earn, hackathons, NFT exhibitions, quests, and co-working spaces — engaging 200K+ community members globally!

1. Stratos x Arkreen: Advancing Green AI & Decentralized Infrastructure

Stratos Network delivers scalable, decentralized storage, AI computation, and database solutions, while Arkreen brings on-chain Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) through its AREC carbon offset protocol. Together, we’re pioneering eco-friendly decentralized AI infrastructure powered by green energy!

1. Industry Engagement & Thought Leadership:

Our founder, Bin, participated in Twitter Space & AMA sessions hosted by Axone & Arkreen, sharing insights on how Stratos’ decentralized storage technology is transforming Web3 and AI.

🚀 Looking Ahead

Exciting developments are on the horizon for Stratos! With Stratos IPFS launching soon, we’re building one of the largest IPFS clusters in the world!With rapid innovation, growing partnerships, and a commitment to Web3 infrastructure, Stratos is shaping the future of decentralized storage, AI, and cloud computing. Stay tuned! 🚀

About Stratos:

Stratos is building the next-generation decentralised cloud that provides a scalable, reliable, self-balanced storage, database, and computation network all in one. Stratos strives to become the most solid cornerstone of the new era of decentralisation, to power Dapps with a reliable and fully decentralised foundation. Stratos’ unique Proof-of-Traffic consensus rewards network participants and contributors with network traffic.

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At Stratos Network, we’re committed to building a sustainable, decentralized infrastructure for the future. That’s why we’re excited to partner with Arkreen Network, a Web3-enabled data network driving renewable energy adoption and carbon neutrality.

Building a Greener, Smarter Future

🌍 Carbon-Neutral Operations — Stratos Network is leveraging Arkreen’s green asset data to offset its operational carbon footprint, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability.

🎙 Arkreen Talk Invitation — Arkreen has invited the founder of Stratos Network to participate in an upcoming Arkreen Talk, sharing insights on decentralized infrastructure, AI, and sustainable energy solutions.

🤝 Advancing Green DePIN Initiatives — Both networks are exploring collaborative opportunities with eco-partners to promote and expand Green DePIN solutions within the Web3 ecosystem.

On-Chain Green AI Computing 🚀

Stratos Network provides scalable, decentralized storage, AI computation, and database networks, while Arkreen enables on-chain Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) through its AREC carbon offset protocol. Together, we’re revolutionizing decentralized AI infrastructure powered by green energy!

About Stratos:

Stratos is building the next-generation decentralised cloud that provides a scalable, reliable, self-balanced storage, database, and computation network all in one. Stratos strives to become the most solid cornerstone of the new era of decentralisation, to power Dapps with a reliable and fully decentralised foundation. Stratos’ unique Proof-of-Traffic consensus rewards network participants and contributors with network traffic.

Follow Stratos at:

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We’re excited to partner with Ispoverse, a next-gen gaming platform delivering immersive workforce and education infrastructure through Play2Earn, hackathons, NFT exhibitions, quests, and co-working spaces — engaging 200K+ community members worldwide!

Stratos provides the decentralized storage backbone for Ispoverse, ensuring secure, scalable, and censorship-resistant infrastructure for their gaming ecosystem.

🔹 Decentralized Infra for AI, DePIN & Web3
🔹 Scalable Storage & Compute Network
🔹 Seamless Integration for Gaming & dApps

Together, we’re redefining the AI-based gaming landscape with decentralized infrastructure! 🚀

About Stratos:

Stratos is building the next-generation decentralised cloud that provides a scalable, reliable, self-balanced storage, database, and computation network all in one. Stratos strives to become the most solid cornerstone of the new era of decentralisation, to power Dapps with a reliable and fully decentralised foundation. Stratos’ unique Proof-of-Traffic consensus rewards network participants and contributors with network traffic.

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We’re excited to partner with Voltix AI, a next-gen decentralized computing platform, to power AI training, high-performance computing, and Web3 applications with Stratos’ scalable decentralized storage and infrastructure.

The demand for AI computing power and decentralized data storage is skyrocketing. Traditional cloud providers are expensive, centralized, and prone to bottlenecks. Stratos and Voltix AI are breaking these barriers by delivering a trustless, distributed, and incentive-driven ecosystem that empowers developers, businesses, and Web3 applications.

🔹 AI & HPC Optimized — Voltix AI harnesses idle CPU power, while Stratos provides secure, high-performance storage.
🔹 Fully Decentralized — Eliminates central points of failure, ensuring scalability and reliability.
🔹 Incentivized Ecosystem — Stratos’ Proof-of-Traffic rewards storage providers, while Voltix AI incentivizes computing contributions.
🔹 Seamless Video Streaming — Stratos’ API powers private, high-quality streaming for AI-driven content.

With decentralized storage, computing, and AI workloads, Stratos and Voltix AI are enabling a future where developers and enterprises are no longer reliant on centralized cloud providers.

About Stratos:

Stratos is building the next-generation decentralised cloud that provides a scalable, reliable, self-balanced storage, database, and computation network all in one. Stratos strives to become the most solid cornerstone of the new era of decentralisation, to power Dapps with a reliable and fully decentralised foundation. Stratos’ unique Proof-of-Traffic consensus rewards network participants and contributors with network traffic.

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During this sprint, we completed intensive testing of the Metanode Migration on the Mesos Testnet and successfully launched the new Metanode Network on the mainnet. This upgrade has significantly enhanced the network’s performance, delivering faster data retrieval and improved data transfer capabilities. Remarkably, the Metanode Network now handles the same volume of traffic as before the migration, while utilizing only around 10% of the previous hardware resources. These advancements have further strengthened Stratos’ decentralized infrastructure, enhancing efficiency, scalability, and supporting continued network growth.

In recent days after the deployment of the Metanode update onto mainnet, we observed attempts by some users to exploit strategies that were effective prior to the Metanode upgrade in an effort to manipulate the system. This involved uploading and downloading large volumes of files in a way that skews rewards in favor of their storage provider (SP) node. Before the upgrade, such activities would have significantly stalled the network. However, the enhanced Stratos network managed the increased traffic seamlessly and the attempt to game the system again was unsuccessful.

These past few days served as a valuable stress test, demonstrating that Stratos is well-prepared for the next phase of high-traffic usage. With the upcoming release of Stratos Drive and the Stratos Interplanetary File System (SPFS) in the next few weeks, along with future applications, the network is positioned for significant expansion. Upon the release of SPFS, Stratos is expected to host the largest IPFS cluster.

Technical Updates:

Completed:

• Metanode Migration Testing on Mesos Testnet
• Metanode Migration on Mainnet
• SPFS User Management

Ongoing:

• Stratos Drive Final Testing on Mainnet
• SPFS Mainnet Infrastructure Preparation on Mainnet
• Develop SDD Framework
• Stratos Mobile Wallet Reboot

Ecosystem Growth:

1. Partnership with VeWare.io

Stratos and Veware.io Partner to Transform Crypto Insights and Data Integrity

2. Collaboration with Edge X

EdgeX and Stratos partner up to combine the power of EdgeX’s decentralized edge computing, AI agents, and Web3 technologies with Stratos’ robust decentralized storage, computing, and blockchain services.

Through this partnership, EdgeX will integrate Stratos’ decentralized storage into its intelligent edge network, enabling faster, more scalable, and reliable services for Web 3.0 projects and decentralized applications (dApps).

3. Join Force with SOLO

Stratos partners with SOLO, an OP Superchain, revolutionizing token distribution through mining-based models. Together, we enable scalable, private, and fair dApps and AI agents.

With this major technical upgrade, our team is powering through the final round of testing for Stratos Drive, and we could not be more excited! When we launch, our community and Web3 enthusiasts will finally be able to tap into the true potential of Stratos’ decentralized storage — a game-changing solution that is secure, scalable, and built for the future of digital freedom. Get ready to take control of your data and experience the next evolution in storage. The future is decentralized, and it’s almost here!

About Stratos:

Stratos is building the next-generation decentralised cloud that provides a scalable, reliable, self-balanced storage, database, and computation network all in one. Stratos strives to become the most solid cornerstone of the new era of decentralisation, to power Dapps with a reliable and fully decentralised foundation. Stratos’ unique Proof-of-Traffic consensus rewards network participants and contributors with network traffic.

Follow Stratos at:

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We are excited to announce a partnership between Stratos and AITHER, the creators of the next-generation infrastructure for AI. Together, we aim to accelerate the future of AI and decentralized systems by integrating our innovative technologies.

AITHER is redefining AI infrastructure with its Agent Virtual Machine (AVM), a layer-zero infrastructure enabling scalable and collaborative AI agents. It simplifies AI development by offering high-level abstractions that reduce complex agent code to manageable sizes while ensuring all operations are traceable, measurable, and observable. Operating at a lower level than existing frameworks but higher than raw Python code, AVM virtualizes system resources for security, enables one-line integration with various tools and services, and supports agent self-learning capabilities. The system’s key innovations include secure execution containers, simplified tool integration, built-in support for agent collaboration, and on-chain deployment. This infrastructure acts as a foundation for a marketplace of AI agents, allowing developers to create and deploy agents that can safely interact with various systems while maintaining security and controllability, all while supporting features like self-modification and swarm behavior.

Stratos, on the other hand, empowers Web 3.0 builders and dApps with its all-in-one decentralized infrastructure network. With over 900+ storage nodes globally and a capacity nearing 21 PB, Stratos offers scalable, reliable, decentralized storage, computing, and database solutions. Its unique Proof-of-Traffic consensus incentivizes network nodes, surpassing the performance of centralized solutions while maintaining privacy, verifiability, and trustless operations. By leveraging Stratos’s cutting-edge infrastructure, AI developers can seamlessly store, access, and process massive datasets critical for training advanced AI models.

This partnership will bring together AITHER’s pioneering AI execution environment and Stratos’s decentralized infrastructure capabilities. By integrating Stratos’s Decentralized Storage Network into AITHER’s AVM ecosystem, we will unlock new possibilities for secure, scalable, and efficient AI agent development and deployment.

Benefits of the Partnership:

1. Enhanced Security and Scalability: AITHER’s AVM will leverage Stratos’s decentralized infrastructure to securely manage and scale AI agent operations globally.
2. Decentralized Storage for AI: Stratos’ decentralized storage network will provide robust and trustless data storage solutions for AITHER’s AI agents, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.

Together, AITHER and Stratos are committed to driving the next generation of AI and decentralized technology. By combining our expertise, we are building a future where AI agents operate with enhanced security, transparency, and efficiency, powered by decentralized systems that ensure privacy and trust.

About Stratos:

Stratos is building the next-generation decentralised cloud that provides a scalable, reliable, self-balanced storage, database, and computation network all in one. Stratos strives to become the most solid cornerstone of the new era of decentralisation, to power Dapps with a reliable and fully decentralised foundation. Stratos’ unique Proof-of-Traffic consensus rewards network participants and contributors with network traffic.

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Stratos is excited to announce our partnership with Cryptify AI, a cutting-edge platform that is set to transform social media marketing with its AI-driven, data-centric approach. This collaboration will empower Cryptify AI’s mission to provide businesses with unparalleled insights into their influencer marketing efforts by leveraging the power of decentralized storage.

Cryptify AI is focused on bridging the gap between investment and outcome in influencer marketing. Their revolutionary platform uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Big Data to deliver real-time, actionable insights through an advanced dashboard. By targeting Web3 companies initially, Cryptify AI analyzes key opinion leader (KOL) investments and demonstrates causation between on-chain data and social media interactions related to tokens.

As Cryptify AI expands its capabilities, scalable and reliable storage becomes a necessity for processing and storing vast amounts of data from diverse sources, including social media platforms and blockchain networks. Stratos’ decentralized storage network provides the perfect solution with its secure, efficient, and scalable infrastructure. Together, Stratos and Cryptify AI will ensure data integrity and seamless accessibility for businesses using the platform.

About Stratos:

Stratos is building the next-generation decentralised cloud that provides a scalable, reliable, self-balanced storage, database, and computation network all in one. Stratos strives to become the most solid cornerstone of the new era of decentralisation, to power Dapps with a reliable and fully decentralised foundation. Stratos’ unique Proof-of-Traffic consensus rewards network participants and contributors with network traffic.

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This month, Stratos took significant strides in forging alliances and deepening our presence in the Web3 ecosystem. Here’s a summary of our recent collaborations and their impact:

1. Stratos and Mizzle Join Forces: Transforming Decentralized Storage for Web3

Stratos partnered with Mizzle to integrate our decentralized storage solutions into Mizzle’s Web3 platform, enhancing scalability and performance for decentralized applications.

2. Stratos and MetaTrust Labs: Safeguarding Web3 Development

Our collaboration with MetaTrust Labs focuses on securing Web3 development environments. By providing decentralized storage for sensitive data and development resources, we’re creating safer and more reliable infrastructures for Web3 innovations.

3. Stratos and AVALand: Powering AI Gaming on Web3

Stratos is teaming up with AVALand to bring decentralized storage to their AI-powered Web3 gaming platform. This partnership supports robust data storage and retrieval, enabling seamless AI integration for gaming.

4. Stratos and Defender Bot: Strengthening Security with Decentralized Storage

Defender Bot, known for its advanced security and community management system, has partnered with Stratos to utilize our decentralized storage solutions for enhanced data protection and system efficiency.

5. Stratos and DeepSouth AI: Scaling AI in Web3

DeepSouth AI and Stratos have joined forces to bring scalable AI solutions to the Web3 ecosystem. This partnership aims to provide decentralized storage support for AI applications that require vast and secure data handling.

6. Stratos and Cortensor: Enhancing Decentralized AI Inference

By partnering with Cortensor, Stratos is advancing decentralized AI inference and scalable infrastructure, empowering AI developers with efficient and reliable data storage solutions.

7. Stratos and Tatsu: Innovating Decentralized AI with Bittensor

Stratos is thrilled to collaborate with Tatsu, a leading decentralized AI crypto project within the Bittensor network and TAO ecosystem. Together, we’re enabling AI development with decentralized storage capabilities tailored to the unique requirements of these projects.

8. Stratos and LinqAI: Revolutionizing AI-Driven Tools

Our partnership with LinqAI marks a step forward in creating innovative, AI-driven tools supported by Stratos’ decentralized storage. This integration ensures efficient, secure, and scalable storage solutions for LinqAI’s advanced tools.

Technical

COMPLETE:

• Stratos Chain Explorer Performance Improvement
• Stratos-IPFS(SPFS) launch on Mesos
• Stratos File Drive UI Enhancements
• SDS Service Gateway Improvement

ONGOING:

• New Stratos Chain Explorer
• Stratos File Drive Sharing Features
• SDS Metanode Indexing Optimization
• SPFS Mainnet Infrastructure Preparation
• Develop SDD Framework

About Stratos:

Stratos is building the next-generation decentralised cloud that provides a scalable, reliable, self-balanced storage, database, and computation network all in one. Stratos strives to become the most solid cornerstone of the new era of decentralisation, to power Dapps with a reliable and fully decentralised foundation. Stratos’ unique Proof-of-Traffic consensus rewards network participants and contributors with network traffic.

Follow Stratos at:

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