Projects focused on cloud infrastructure and services hosting. While they may process blockchain, that is not their primary purpose.
| Project Name | Description | Category | Problem-Solution Fit | Revenue Model & Scalability | Hardware & Node Feasibility | Team & Funding | Tokenomics & Governance | Roadmap & Milestones | Transparency & Community Engagement | Website | Prime Moover Notes |
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| Flux | Decentralized SaaS, Compute Storage | Computing | Offers a decentralized alternative to traditional cloud computing services. | Revenue from computing tasks; scalable with more providers. | Requires computing hardware; accessible for individuals. Accessible to anyone through token purchase and staking. | Supported by various investors. | FLUX token for payments; governance through community proposals. Full engagement requires the ZelCore Wallet that adds additional functionality. | Mainnet active; ongoing development. | Engaged community and transparent operations. | runonflux.io Prime Moovers Dashboard | Long time operator, project is mature. First move advantage and real proprietary technology. Has a clear method for generating real cash. This is an excellent first project with mature instructions, build scripts, and ease of entry and exit. Note: This website is hosted on Flux. |
| Timpi | Decentralized web indexing network powered by independent node operators. | PaaS Data Provider, Unbiased Search Engine | Provides a decentralized alternative to traditional data subscription and web search products. | Revenue from data streams and search engine advertising. | Requires computing hardware; accessible for individuals. However, operator licenses are limited. | Supported by various investors. Including via direct sales of nodes. | NTIMPI token for payments; governance through community proposals. Best with Keplr wallet and many purchase transaction also require coordinated Metamask. | Still Early; aggressive ongoing development. | Engaged community and transparent operations. | timpi.io | Significant investor and node operator, project is in the early stages had has a unique clear target market. Also, limiting node operators / rewards demonstrates a commitment to non-dilution. I like this project. |
| Render Network | Decentralized GPU rendering network connecting creators with GPU owners. | Computing / GPU | Addresses the high cost and limited availability of GPU rendering services. | Revenue from rendering tasks; scalable with more GPU providers. | Requires GPU hardware; accessible for GPU owners. | Supported by various investors. | RNDR token for payments; governance through community proposals. | Mainnet active; ongoing development. | Engaged community and transparent operations. | render.x.io | While market is growing and clear, the number of competitors in this space and cost of entry seems high. This is not a project for me. |
| DeepLink | Cloud gaming service that allows players to access high-end games with low latency. | Remote Control and Collaboration Software | Addresses mobile gaming and general remote connectivity use cases. | Revenue from providing remote access; scalable with more providers. | Requires advanced computer hardware; best suited for situations where hardware is a sunk cost. | Unknown | DeepLink DLP tokens for payments; unknown governance model | Dec 2024- Still early. | Nascent community and transparent operations. Note: this may not be an engish-first project) | deeplink.cloud | This is a unique project, I purchased NFT/Licenses early in their sale purely for speculation and resale. I see the use case, especially outside of the US, but can’t see how I would make money hosting. Perhaps if I was a gaming center provider with spare capacity. |
| Akash Network | Decentralized cloud computing marketplace connecting providers with users. | Computing | Offers a decentralized alternative to traditional cloud computing services. | Revenue from computing tasks; scalable with more providers. | Requires computing hardware; accessible for data center operators. | Backed by various investors. | AKT token for transactions; governance via staking. | Mainnet launched; continuous upgrades. | Active community and regular communications. | akash.network | This looks like a good project with an active community and a clear monetization route. If I were starting new, I would consider this project. |
| DeEEP (NerdNodez) | Decentralized blockchain node hosting for the Nerdnodes.io netowrk. | Computing | Self node hosting can be technically demanding and requires maintaince. For many users, entry costs are high. Dedicated hosting providers makes sense. | Revenue from nodes hosted on your equipment. Claims up to 70% back for provider. | Requires computing hardware and remote management provided by the team. Plug and play for the end user. | Unknown, but affiliated with nerdnodez.io | $DEEEP token for transactions; no governance identified | Still in development; project has a singular focus. | Active community and regular communications | DeEEP | Very early project as of Q4 2024. I purchased hardware nodes in this projects. While I like the clear revenue model and proposed revenue split, the idea of self-hosting nodes, not maintained by me, at a reduced rate was very enticing. In addition, if the project fails hardware is nice and can be reused for other projects. If you do decide to support this project, ask you use this referral link. |
| Filecoin | Decentralized storage network incentivizing storage providers. | Data Storage | Provides a decentralized alternative to traditional cloud storage services. | Revenue from storage fees; scalable with more storage providers. | Requires storage hardware; accessible for data center operators. | Supported by various investors. | FIL token for payments; governance through community proposals. | Mainnet live; continuous protocol improvements. | Transparent development and active community. | filecoin.io | A mature, focused project with a clear revenue model. However, there is a lot of completion in this space for a commodity service. This is not a project for me. |
| Neoxa | Blockchain platform integrating gaming and cryptocurrency. | Gaming & Cryptocurrency | Enables gamers to earn cryptocurrency through gameplay, bridging gaming and blockchain. | Revenue from transaction fees and potential in-game purchases; scalable with user and game integration growth. | Utilizes Proof of Work (PoW) and Proof of Game (PoG); accessible to gamers and miners. | Founded by Andy Niemand; currently unfunded | Total supply of 21 billion NEOX; 4-year halving cycle; block rewards: 45% miners, 45% Smartnodes, 5% development, 5% gamers. | Plans to integrate more games, develop SDKs, and launch an asset/NFT exchange. | Active community updates via Medium and Discord; transparent development progress. | neoxa.net | I’m a moderate investor in this project. Gaming will be a giant market for crypto and there are many projects focused on total platform. Neoxa is unique as it is an overlay on existing titles. I like this approach as it is has a more broad audience, however, it also may limit full realization if game developers decide to maintain their own. |
| Storj | Decentralized cloud storage platform utilizing unused hard drive space from users worldwide. | Decentralized Storage | Addresses the need for secure, private, and cost-effective cloud storage by leveraging existing unused storage capacities. | Users pay for storage services; node operators earn STORJ tokens for providing storage space. | Requires minimal hardware; individuals can operate nodes using standard computing equipment. | Founded by Shawn Wilkinson; raised $30M in ICO. | STORJ token used for payments; governance includes community proposals and feedback. | Active development with regular updates; recent focus on network expansion. | Transparent operations with active forums and community events. | storj.io | I have not done a deep-dive on this project but it appears to be another distributed storage project for a commodity service and no unique angle. Not for me. |
| InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) | Peer-to-peer hypermedia protocol designed to make the web faster, safer, and more open. | Distributed File System | Addresses inefficiencies and centralization of traditional web protocols by enabling decentralized file storage and sharing. | Open-source protocol; no native token; projects built on IPFS may have their own revenue models. | Operable on standard hardware; widely accessible for individuals and organizations. | Developed by Protocol Labs; funded by Y Combinator and others. | No native token; governance through open-source community contributions. | Continuous development with integrations like Filecoin for incentivized storage. | Strong developer community with regular meetups and conferences. | ipfs.tech | Not a node hosting project perse, this is the open-source protocol leveraged by many storage projects. I put this here for awareness for readers considering storage nodes. |
| Myria | Blockchain gaming ecosystem with an Ethereum Layer 2 scaling solution. | Gaming & Blockchain | Addresses scalability and high transaction fees in blockchain gaming by providing a Layer 2 solution for seamless and cost-effective gaming experiences. | Revenue from transaction fees, NFT sales, and partnerships; scalable with increased game and user adoption. | Operates on a decentralized network supported by node operators; accessible to individuals and developers. | Founded in 2021; backed by 14 investors, including Coinvestor Ventures and Lavender Capital. | Utilizes the $MYRIA token for transactions, rewards, and governance within the ecosystem. | Plans include expanding game offerings, enhancing developer tools, and growing the node network. | Active community engagement through social media, regular updates, and transparent development processes. | myria.com | I’m an investor in this project. There are many game platforms, but the promise of a diversity of A rated titles and a clear market strategy gives me confidence. If you do choose to invest, please use this link for a referral bonus. |
| Arweave | Permanent, decentralized data storage solution designed for long-term archiving. | Permanent Storage | Solves the problem of data permanence by ensuring data is stored indefinitely across a distributed network. | Users pay a one-time fee for permanent storage; miners earn AR tokens for maintaining data. | Requires specialized hardware for mining; more suited for data centers than individual operators. | Founded by Sam Williams; secured $22M from Andreessen Horowitz and others. | AR token facilitates transactions; governance includes a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO). | Clear roadmap with milestones like the launch of the Permaweb. | Active community engagement through forums and developer events. | arweave.org | Unlike other general storage projects, this project has a specific target market and fee approach. Not for me. |
| Sia | Blockchain-based decentralized cloud storage platform allowing users to rent out unused hard drive space. | Decentralized Storage | Provides a more affordable and secure alternative to traditional cloud storage services. | Users pay with Siacoin for storage; hosts earn Siacoin for providing storage space. | Hosts can operate nodes with standard hardware; low barrier to entry. | Developed by Nebulous Inc.; raised $6.4M in funding. | Siacoin used for transactions; governance managed by the Sia Foundation. | Ongoing development with features like Skynet for content delivery. | Transparent with regular updates; active Discord and Reddit communities. | sia.tech | One of the older file storage projects with first mover advantage. I mined this coin years ago. Not for me but if I was considering a storage project, this would be top of list. |
| Swarm | Decentralized storage and communication system integrated with the Ethereum blockchain. | Decentralized Storage | Aims to provide censorship-resistant storage and communication for dApps. | Users pay for storage and bandwidth with BZZ tokens; node operators earn BZZ for providing resources. | Nodes require sufficient storage and bandwidth; feasible for tech-savvy individuals. | Initiated by Ethereum Foundation; received community funding. | BZZ token governs transactions; Swarm Foundation oversees development. | Milestones include mainnet launch and integration with Ethereum 2.0. | Engages community through Swarm Orange Papers and regular updates. | ethswarm.org | Unique in that it provides a permanent webpage underpinned by a main-stream blockchain. Not for me but interesting. |
| Crust Network | Decentralized cloud storage network designed to build a decentralized cloud ecosystem. | Decentralized Storage | Provides a decentralized storage solution compatible with the IPFS protocol, enhancing data privacy and security. | Users pay with CRU tokens for storage services; node operators earn CRU for contributing resources. | Nodes require specific hardware and staking of CRU tokens; suitable for committed operators. | Developed by Crust Network team; raised funds through token sales. | CRU token governs transactions and staking; community governance model. | Roadmap includes mainnet launch and cross-chain integrations. | Active community engagement through social media and developer programs. | crust.network | Newer entrant to a commodity space. not for me. |
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