AIOZ Turns Homes into Web3's Decentralized Internet Hubs

AIOZ Network, a blockchain-agnostic decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) platform, is positioning itself as a cornerstone of Web3's infrastructure evolution, leveraging peer-to-peer networks to democratize access to AI compute, storage, and streaming services. In an exclusive BeInCrypto interview, CEO Erman Tjiputra outlined the project's vision of a "people-powered internet," where everyday users contribute resources like home Wi-Fi, GPUs, and storage to create a decentralized, edge-centric network. This model, he argues, not only enhances speed and resilience but also redistributes value directly to participants, diverging from traditional centralized cloud providers or even tokenized data centers, as outlined in a Yahoo profile.

At the core of AIOZ's strategy is a unified stack that integrates AI compute (AIOZ AI), S3-compatible storage (AIOZ Storage), and low-latency streaming (AIOZ Stream), all underpinned by DePIN incentives. Users can earn token rewards by contributing idle hardware resources, while creators and developers gain tools to monetize content and applications without intermediaries, BeInCrypto reported. For instance, AIOZ Stream supports subscription-based (SVOD), transactional (TVOD), and ad-supported (AVOD) models, with on-chain revenue splits ensuring transparency, the Yahoo profile noted. Tjiputra emphasized the platform's accessibility, noting that viewers can engage with content without needing crypto wallets, a design choice aimed at mainstream adoption, according to BeInCrypto.

The project's tokenomics further reinforce its community-driven ethos. Unlike speculative DePIN models, AIOZ ties rewards to real-world usage, such as AI inference tasks, data storage, and streaming sessions. As network activity grows, so do rewards, creating a self-reinforcing cycle that incentivizes broader participation, BeInCrypto wrote. This contrasts with PRDT's recent token launch, which allocates 80% of platform revenue to stakers but relies on cross-chain trading activity rather than physical infrastructure contributions, according to a PRDT press release.

AIOZ's approach aligns with broader trends in DePIN governance, as seen in a BeInCrypto report. By decentralizing decision-making, projects like AIOZ aim to foster trust and long-term sustainability. Tjiputra envisions a future where "millions of everyday devices quietly power the internet," effectively turning homes into mini-content delivery networks (CDNs) and reducing reliance on centralized data centers, he told Yahoo.

Technical advancements are also accelerating AIOZ's adoption. Recent upgrades, including the DePIN App v4, now support AI compute and transcoding, while the Hardfork v1.7.1 blockchain upgrade enhanced security and scalability, CoinMarketCap reported. These improvements come as the network surpasses 300,000 active nodes, delivering over 19,670 terabytes of data. Meanwhile, partnerships like Biconomy's AIOZ/USDT trading pair and Olivia AI's integration of AIOZ's storage highlight growing institutional interest.

Despite optimism, challenges remain. The token's price volatility—up 75% in 90 days but down 45% year-to-date—reflects broader crypto market skepticism, CoinMarketCap noted. Tjiputra, however, remains focused on utility, stating, "Watch-to-earn is a tactic. The bigger step is build-to-earn," where contributors earn rewards for hosting apps, moderating content, or running AI models, he told Yahoo.

As Web3 infrastructure matures, AIOZ's emphasis on decentralized, community-owned networks could redefine how users interact with AI and media. With Amazon and other giants investing heavily in centralized AI infrastructure, as highlighted in a MarketScreener article, projects like AIOZ offer an alternative vision: one where the internet's backbone is distributed, resilient, and owned by its users.