CESS 2024: Empowering AI, Shaping Decentralized Data Infrastructure

2024 is a pivotal year for the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry, with significant progress made in technological innovation, regulatory clarity, and practical applications. Globally, several countries have successively introduced regulatory frameworks for cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. The U.S. Blockchain Policy Summit has facilitated discussions on key issues, Europe has completed the implementation of the MiCA regulation, and regions like the UAE and Southeast Asia have attracted substantial investment and innovation due to their friendly policy environments. At the same time, the application of blockchain technology in the real world continues to deepen, with decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN) and decentralized AI becoming hot topics, widely recognized for their potential in data storage, IoT integration, and AI collaboration. The integration of blockchain and artificial intelligence has become an important technological trend in 2024. Blockchain provides a secure and efficient environment for AI model training through decentralized networks, successfully addressing data privacy and sovereignty issues. This integration brings new development opportunities in fields such as healthcare, finance, and smart cities. Furthermore, mainstream institutions and enterprises are accelerating their adoption of blockchain, with blockchain-based asset tokenization platforms maturing, injecting new vitality into traditional asset markets like real estate and art. RWA may become the hottest keyword in this bull market. CESS is committed to building a decentralized data infrastructure, with core sectors like decentralized storage and AI-LINK achieving milestone results in 2024. The newly added Location-based Storage Selection (LBSS) technology has become an important solution for global data privacy, sovereignty, and compliance issues. CESS has made multiple appearances at government events organized by blockchain associations, engaging in in-depth discussions with legislators. In 2024, CESS is oriented towards practical applications in the blockchain industry, meeting the data privacy management needs in AI model training through its innovative AI-LINK, satisfying the underlying storage and distribution needs for large-scale data training, showcasing the strong potential of technology-driven real-world transformation, and continuously promoting the standardized and compliant development of the industry.

CESS 2024 Annual Keywords: Standardization, Compliance, DePIN, DeSci & AI

In 2024, CESS made significant progress in industry standardization, compliance, and the fields of decentralized science (DeSci), DePIN, and AI. By actively participating in international, regional, and industry-level standardization efforts and launching decentralized data solutions that support scientific research, CESS further solidified its leadership position in the field of blockchain technology. From the formulation of technical standards to the optimization of policy frameworks, CESS has comprehensively promoted the development of decentralized storage technology and the healthy growth of the Web3 ecosystem. Looking ahead, we will deepen cooperation with industry partners to jointly build a more open, secure, and efficient new ecosystem for the data economy. Here is a review of key milestone events:

• In-depth collaboration with various AI projects: Solving industry challenges and building decentralized data solutions

The rapid development of AI has brought significant challenges in data integrity, sovereignty, and privacy. The industry faces the following key issues:

• Data provenance: Ensuring accurate tracking and verification of data sources remains a challenge for AI.
• AI models rely on large and diverse datasets for continuous updates, making it increasingly difficult to maintain data privacy and integrity.
• Insufficient transparency in AI systems reduces user trust and raises security concerns.
• Existing infrastructure lacks flexibility, making it difficult to meet diverse and customized organizational needs.
• High storage and energy costs hinder the sustainable scaling of AI applications.

These challenges urgently require a robust, scalable, and decentralized infrastructure to support AI innovation. Recognizing the importance of these issues, CESS developed AI-LINK, providing secure management of dynamic data, millisecond-level retrieval capabilities, and decentralized large-scale storage functions. CESS's ability to address these key industry challenges makes it a trusted partner for decentralized AI projects, including Port3, Cluster Protocol, Stability World AI, JoJoWorld, DeagentAI, and Bubble AI. Through these collaborations, CESS demonstrates how decentralized data infrastructure can support secure, scalable, and cost-effective solutions. CESS helps global organizations, researchers, and developers overcome the biggest challenges facing AI, unleashing the full potential of AI innovation and driving the industry forward.

• Joining BA and GBA, attending Policy Summit 2024 and engaging with Congress members on Capitol Hill

In 2024, CESS officially became a member of the Blockchain Association and the Government Blockchain Association, actively participating in the formulation and promotion of U.S. blockchain policies. This collaboration has provided CESS with opportunities for in-depth dialogue with policymakers, advocating for a more open and transparent regulatory framework for blockchain technology. At the recently concluded Policy Summit in December 2024, CESS founders engaged in discussions with U.S. legislators, sharing the potential of decentralized data infrastructure in protecting data privacy and ensuring national security, providing a new perspective on the application and regulation of blockchain technology. At the summit, CESS joined the DePIN working group and the national security working group, emphasizing the critical role of decentralized storage in national security and data privacy protection, and exploring the standardization and application scenarios of DePIN technology with projects like GEODNET, Helium, and IoTeX, facilitating the organic integration of policy and technological innovation. “CESS Attends Washington Blockchain Policy Summit: Participating in National Security and Data Privacy Protection Discussions” Additionally, CESS focuses on optimizing data management, security, and privacy protection for governments and public institutions through decentralized storage technology, providing efficient and compliant solutions for the global public sector. At the DePIN Fly-In & Briefing event held in October this year on Capitol Hill, the CESS team engaged in constructive dialogue with several Congress members regarding the application and regulatory framework of DePIN technology. CESS emphasized the importance of technology in enhancing data sovereignty, privacy protection, and efficient data storage and retrieval by showcasing its technological innovations in decentralized storage and content distribution networks, further promoting the practical application of DePIN technology. “CESS Officially Joins the Government Blockchain Association (GBA) and Attends the Blockchain & Infrastructure Conference” “CESS Appears on Capitol Hill, Showcasing Innovative Data Infrastructure to Congress Members”

• IEEE P3220.02 standard proposal successfully approved, standards are continuously being established

As a pioneer in the technology field, CESS successfully promoted the approval of the IEEE P3220.02 (formerly P3233) “Decentralized Storage Protocol Specification Based on Blockchain” standard proposal this year. The formulation of this standard marks an important step towards the standardization of decentralized storage technology, laying the technical specifications and quality benchmarks for the global decentralized storage industry. On August 30, 2024, CESS and IEEE jointly held the P3220.02 standard launch meeting. This meeting attracted widespread participation from experts, innovators, and industry representatives from organizations such as the State Grid, Southern Power Grid, and Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Through the unification of standards, CESS not only enhances industry trust but also opens doors for broader commercial applications. In the future, CESS will continue to work closely with IEEE to promote the maturity and popularization of subsequent seminars and industry standards. “CESS Successfully Applies for the Latest IEEE Standard P3220.02 - Decentralized Storage Protocol Specification Based on Blockchain” “Review of the IEEE P3220.02 Standard Launch Meeting: The First Step Towards the Standardization of Decentralized Storage”

• As a vice council member of the Hong Kong Web3.0 Standardization Association, attended the first council meeting

As a vice council member of the Hong Kong Web3.0 Standardization Association, CESS actively participates in the standardization process of the Web3 industry. At the first council meeting in April 2024, CESS shared its experiences in the field of decentralized storage, promoted discussions in areas such as green finance and GameFi, and participated in the standard formulation of decentralized storage modules in the Hong Kong DePIN field, further strengthening the position of blockchain technology in the Web3 ecosystem. “CESS Invited to Attend the First Council Meeting of the Hong Kong Web3.0 Standardization Association to Discuss the Future of the Industry”

• Empowering Decentralized Science (DeSci): CESS Decentralized Data Infrastructure

In 2024, CESS is committed to promoting the development of decentralized science (DeSci) through a robust data infrastructure, supporting the openness and efficiency of global scientific research. CESS collaborated with renowned medical scientist Dr. Fang to optimize the secure storage and data sharing mechanisms of sensitive research data, setting a new benchmark for collaboration in precision medicine and health data analysis. CESS's decentralized technology supports: - Dynamic data management: Seamless updating and management of data at all stages of research. - Globally compliant LBSS technology: Meeting diverse data regulatory requirements in cross-border collaborations. - High-performance, low-cost storage and retrieval: Supporting high-intensity research tasks such as genomic analysis and drug development. “CESS Partners with Top Medical Science Experts to Build Revolutionary Infrastructure for the DeSci Track”

Reshaping the Data Foundation, Decentralized Data Infrastructure Building the Future of AI

In 2024, CESS achieved many important breakthroughs in technology and product innovation, with the testnet surpassing several milestones in user numbers, node counts, and transaction volumes. CESS, centered on decentralized data infrastructure, injects strong momentum into the AI industry and DePIN ecosystem. Next, we will review the development history and phased achievements of CESS technology and products, demonstrating how CESS continuously innovates technology to build a data infrastructure for decentralized AI, providing users with safer, more efficient, and reliable decentralized storage and CDN solutions.

• Testnet Milestones

Since 2021, CESS has successfully conducted 14 rounds of testnets, aiming to continuously refine to meet the needs of decentralized storage. From the initial deployment of CESS-v0.1.0 to the latest version CESS-v0.7.7/Venus in 2024, the test network has shown significant growth in scale, capacity, and performance. Key milestones over the years include:

• Exponential growth in the number of nodes: From 119 nodes in the first testnet to over 10,000 nodes by mid-2024.
• Significant increase in storage capacity: From 357 TiB in 2021 to 65,056 TiB by the end of 2024.
• Continuous improvement in user adoption: The number of addresses increased from 475 in 2021 to 33,566 in 2024, highlighting the rapid growth of the CESS global community.
• Explosive growth in transaction volume: From 5,067 transactions in the early testnet to over 12 million transactions today, showcasing the network's scalability and adoption. 2024: A Milestone Year for CESS Testnet Development In 2024, CESS made significant progress in the field of decentralized storage, as evidenced by the four key indicators showing major breakthroughs in scalability, storage capacity, and transaction throughput. Throughout the year, the network infrastructure continued to expand, achieving a record of over 10,000 nodes in the CESS-v0.7.6 testnet, while the latest CESS-v0.7.7 testnet saw storage capacity soar to 65,056 TiB. This growth not only demonstrates CESS's technological strength but also indicates its ability to meet the needs of the ever-expanding global community. The introduction of the Location-based Storage Selection (LBSS) feature in version CESS-v0.7.7 is significant, as it addresses the requirements for cross-border regulatory compliance and national security. Additionally, the network processed over 12 million transactions throughout the longest testnet of the year, reflecting its strong stability and reliability in high-frequency dynamic data storage and retrieval. Notably, CESS-v0.7.7, also known as Venus, is the final testnet version of CESS, which will run in parallel with the mainnet in the future, providing developers and users with an experimental environment for testing and validating innovative features. This strategy not only ensures the stability and reliability of the mainnet but also promotes continuous development and evolution within the ecosystem. Venus plays a crucial role as an important platform for promoting the standardization and dissemination of decentralized storage technology. “CESS Launches Testnet Venus, Innovating Decentralized Storage + CD²N”

Summary of Testnet Links:

Testnet v0.5.0: https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.5.0

Testnet v0.5.1: https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.5.1

Testnet v0.5.2: https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.5.2

Testnet v0.5.3: https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.5.3

Testnet v0.6.0: https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.6.0

Testnet v0.7.0: https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.7.0

Testnet v0.7.1: https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.7.1

Testnet v0.7.2: https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.7.2

Testnet v0.7.3: https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.7.3

Testnet v0.7.4: https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.7.4

Testnet v0.7.5: https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.7.5

Testnet v0.7.6: https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.7.6

Testnet v0.7.7: https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.7.7

Venus: https://github.com/CESSProject/cess/releases/tag/v0.7.7-venus

• CESS Website

This year, the CESS official website and various sub-sites underwent comprehensive optimization and upgrades, significantly enhancing UI, page layout, and content, while also readjusting the backend architecture and deploying nodes in multiple regions worldwide, achieving modular and automated deployment. CESS official website: https://www.cess.network/

• DeOSS

DeOSS focused on optimizing data distribution and transmission this year. In terms of data distribution: The new Location-based Storage Selection (LBSS) technology allows users to distribute data to storage nodes within specified geographical ranges for persistent storage, combined with end-to-end encryption algorithms, achieving precise domain management of private data. In terms of data transmission: The inefficient p2p node routing mechanism was abandoned, adopting a simple HTTP direct connection + on-chain routing method, significantly improving data storage and retrieval efficiency. CESS DeOSS: https://www.cess.network/deoss.HTML

• CESS Scan

CESS Scan completed its debut in the first half of this year. As a fully self-developed browser, CESS Scan deeply aligns with the characteristics of the CESS network, providing comprehensive details on node status, reward and penalty situations, transaction information, and events, along with data statistics and graphical displays, allowing users to quickly and accurately perceive the status of the CESS network and assisting engineers in better maintaining nodes. CESS Scan: https://scan.cess.network/

• DeShare & DeCloud

DeShare achieved a comprehensive upgrade of its architecture this year, adding a caching mechanism, distributed storage, retrieval, and scheduling, along with user data metadata mapping and querying user-friendly interfaces, resulting in qualitative improvements in reliability, stability, and user experience. Leveraging the CESS network, DeShare is gradually maturing in the field of decentralized storage applications. DeCloud focused on decentralized data retrieval and sharing this year. It introduced an off-chain data retrieval engine, allowing users to quickly retrieve target data and related content from the CESS network based on keywords, data tags, and data content; it allows users to create their own data tags for better sharing and dissemination of creative content. DeCloud also deeply integrates CESS's territorial mechanism (tradable data space) and the advantages of web2 cloud storage applications, supporting users in freely organizing and managing data, and achieving one-click browsing, collecting, sharing, and selling of data content. https://www.cess.network/deshare.HTML

• CESS Light Wallet

The Light Wallet is an important tool in the CESS chain ecosystem, aimed at achieving seamless integration between the CESS chain and the EVM ecosystem. With its strong compatibility, users can easily manage digital assets on the CESS chain while using mainstream EVM wallets such as Metamask, imToken, and OKX Wallet. This design not only lowers the entry barrier for users into the CESS ecosystem but also allows them to fully utilize existing EVM ecosystem tools. In the current version, the Light Wallet offers the following core features:

1. Transfer function: Users can quickly and securely transfer digital assets on the CESS chain, enjoying low fees and high network speed.
2. Staking function: Supports users in staking assets to earn staking rewards, enhancing asset utilization.
3. Nomination function: By nominating nodes, users can contribute to the decentralized governance and network security of the CESS chain while earning additional rewards. In the future, the Light Wallet plans to support more advanced features and richer user interface designs, further enhancing the user experience. As an important bridge connecting the CESS chain and the EVM ecosystem, the Light Wallet will provide users with a more convenient and efficient blockchain asset management experience.

• CESS AI-LINK

In 2024, CESS launched CESS AI-LINK, a cutting-edge protocol and functionality aimed at revolutionizing AI development by providing secure, scalable, and decentralized infrastructure. AI-LINK supports collaborative AI model training without exposing raw data, ensuring privacy and data sovereignty through advanced smart contract mechanisms. By integrating CESS's decentralized storage and CDN infrastructure, AI-LINK provides the following support for the AI industry:

• Data sharing under privacy protection: Securely introducing diverse datasets for AI models without compromising data ownership or privacy.
• Global data accessibility: Ensuring uninterrupted access to critical data from global nodes, supporting reliable AI services.
• Scalable decentralized infrastructure: Easily handling massive datasets, supporting complex and data-intensive AI applications. AI-LINK: https://www.cess.network/ai.HTML Links to Technical Monthly Reports
• “CESS Technical Monthly Report | Progress in December 2024”
• “CESS Technical Monthly Report | Progress in November 2024”
• “CESS Technical Monthly Report | Progress in October 2024”
• “CESS Technical Monthly Report | Progress in September 2024”
• “CESS Technical Monthly Report | Progress in August 2024”
• “CESS Technical Monthly Report | Progress in July 2024”
• “CESS Technical Monthly Report | Progress in June 2024”
• “CESS Technical Monthly Report | Progress in May 2024”
• “CESS Technical Monthly Report | Progress in April 2024”
• “CESS Technical Monthly Report | Progress in March 2024”
• “CESS Technical Monthly Report | Progress in February 2024”
• “CESS Technical Monthly Report | Progress in January 2024”

Focusing on Ecosystem Construction, Building a Collaborative, Governed, and Win-Win CESS Ecosystem

In 2024, the CESS ecosystem continued to build and develop, achieving significant accomplishments in community member growth, developer education, ambassador programs, and global expansion. Here are the details of our progress:

• Community-centric, significant growth in 2024

In 2024, CESS's official social media accounts experienced milestone growth. The official Twitter account surpassed 140,000 followers, peaking at 150,800; the CESS official Discord community saw a nearly 85% year-on-year increase in users, and the CESS official Telegram community grew fivefold compared to the beginning of the year, reaching 26,040 members. This year, CESS's official accounts maintained high-frequency updates, showcasing a series of CESS ecosystem activities and technological advancements, while also allowing more partners to learn about CESS and join in building CESS. Meanwhile, CESS actively expanded across multiple content platforms. Currently, CESS has published official technical progress and event updates on mainstream content platforms such as Medium, LinkedIn, Quora, Flipboard, Listly, and Mirror. Additionally, well-known crypto media outlets like CoinMarketCap, CoinDesk, Cointelegraph, crypto.news, Yahoo! Finance, GlobeNewswire, FinSMEs, Crypto Revolution Masters, and CryptoResearch have also reported on CESS ecosystem developments. In summary, through community and social media content dissemination, CESS is continuously enhancing the project's visibility and recognition. ▼ More media coverage

• https://techbullion.com/cess-among-8-blockchain-projects-to-discuss-depin-on-capitol-hill-shaping-the-future-of-decentralized-infrastructure/

• https://www.newsnow.co.uk/h/World+News/US/Key+Institutions/US+Capitol

• https://www.newsbuck.com/news-detail/cess-to-present-depin-insights-to-congress-at-capitol-hill-briefing.html

• https://mpost.io/cess-to-present-depin-insights-to-congress-at-capitol-hill-briefing/

• https://www.livebitcoinnews.com/cess-is-shaping-the-future-of-decentralized-storage-with-the-ieee-p3233-standard-launch-meeting/

• https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/2024-06-26-cess-network-joins-blockchain-association-to-advocate-for-wise-regulation-9990567709881

• http://www.net4site.net/en/square/post/2024-06-26-cess-network-joins-blockchain-association-to-advocate-for-wise-regulation-9990567709881

• https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/6633fff5e0331141deaf65b9/

• https://cryptodaily.co.uk/news-in-crypto/thenewscrypto:in-series-of-high-level-web3-events-cess-demonstrates-the-power-of-its-blockchain-based-decentralized-storage-and-cdn-solutions

• https://thenewscrypto.com/in-series-of-high-level-web3-events-cess-demonstrates-the-power-of-its-blockchain-based-decentralized-storage-and-cdn-solutions/

• https://coinstats.app/news/1cbe2c1426f70d57c0490af44371f5636db66dbb511da3c7d4c0695e9713ee3d_In-Series-of-High-Level-Web3-Events%2C-CESS-Demonstrates-the-Power-of-its-Blockchain-Based-Decentralized-Storage-and-CDN-Solutions/

• https://thenewscrypto.com/cess-joins-the-hong-kong-web3-0-standardization-association-attends-first-ever-board-meeting-to-help-chart-the-future-of-web3/

• https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/661d25d94299a15cebddb731/

• https://www.coinspeaker.com/cess-decentralized-storage-content-delivery-system-of-future/

• https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/6607be2b46c7961723162000/

• https://cryptodaily.co.uk/news-in-crypto/thenewscrypto:cess-co-hosts-the-highly-competitive-live-ai-1-duke-harvard-hackathon

• https://thenewscrypto.com/cess-co-hosts-the-highly-competitive-live-ai-1-duke-harvard-hackathon/

• https://ambcrypto.com/coresky-unveils-cess-packaged-nfts-join-the-future-of-web3-data-economy/

• https://bravenewcoin.com/insights/cess-decentralized-storage-and-delivery

• https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/65f0c947654c874ad9a36f64/

• https://cryptodaily.co.uk/news-in-crypto/thenewscrypto:cess-marks-2024-as-the-year-of-the-data-value-network-at-ethdenver-2024

• https://thenewscrypto.com/cess-marks-2024-as-the-year-of-the-data-value-network-at-ethdenver-2024/

• https://www.coinspeaker.com/cess-launched-testnet-v0-7-6-jan-31/

• https://thenewscrypto.com/cess-announces-launch-of-incentive-testnet-v0-7-6/

• https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/cess-announces-launch-of-incentive-testnet-v0-7-6/

• Mature developers join, injecting vitality into the CESS ecosystem

The first "CESS Course" was successfully held from January 29 to March 18, 2024. This 7-week systematic course provided participants with in-depth learning and practical opportunities in decentralized storage and Web3 technology, greatly promoting the popularization and application of the CESS ecosystem. Course highlights included practical training on smart contract development and deployment within the CESS ecosystem; guidance on running storage and consensus nodes on the CESS network, etc. Participants who completed the course received unique NFT certificates, symbolizing an important milestone in their Web3 journey. The course attracted participants from over 10 countries, and teams freely collaborated to develop innovative projects such as the Patient Consent Protocol (PCP) and D-science-hub, showcasing the potential of CESS technology in solving real-world problems. “The First Session of the 'CESS Course' Successfully Concludes: Unlocking the Journey of Building a Decentralized Data Value Network”

• The first phase of the ambassador program successfully concluded, and the global ambassador team officially launched

In 2024, the CESS global ambassador program successfully completed its first recruitment phase, attracting over 600 blockchain enthusiasts from around the world to participate. Ultimately, the first batch of CESS global ambassadors emerged, covering various fields such as community building, technical support, and content creation. Their efforts injected vitality into the CESS community, helping to expand brand influence globally. The success of the first batch of ambassadors demonstrated the immense potential of the ambassador program. In the second half of 2024, CESS will launch the second phase of the ambassador program, attracting more members from global blockchain communities to join. The new batch of ambassadors will participate in deeper community activities, technical support, and global promotion, adding momentum to CESS's ecosystem construction. “Official Announcement of the First Batch of CESS Global Ambassadors, More Seats Available for You to Join!”

• X Spaces and Workshop online events continue, empowering CESS miners, developers, and enthusiasts

In 2024, CESS held and participated in a series of vibrant X Space and Workshop events aimed at attracting and empowering miners, technical developers, and enthusiastic community members. These events aimed to share cutting-edge insights, enhance technical knowledge, and promote the flourishing of the CESS ecosystem. This year, CESS organized multiple X Spaces covering various topics such as decentralized storage and AI integration. These live sessions invited CESS leaders, blockchain experts, and other guests to provide valuable insights to the community. CESS also held practical Workshop sessions to help miners and developers enhance their practical skills and technical expertise, including: - Node deployment: Training on how to deploy and manage storage and consensus nodes. - Smart contract development: Interactive courses and live demonstrations on how to build and deploy decentralized applications (DApps). - CESS API integration: Learning how to integrate decentralized storage solutions into applications via the CESS API. These events not only provided participants with valuable opportunities to learn about CESS and how to join CESS through specific applications but also deepened cooperation and understanding among community members.

CESS's Global Trip: Building a Global Community

In January, CESS was invited to participate in multiple online and offline events. Online events included a special AMA hosted by Gate.io and a discussion on "How RWA Develops in the Post-ETF Era" hosted by ThreeDAOspace. Additionally, the CESS team traveled to Hong Kong, Thailand, and other locations to engage with the Southeast Asian crypto community.

From January 13 to 14, the 2023 Winter Polkadot Hackathon, sponsored by CESS, successfully concluded. Teams that received the CESS Bounty utilized CESS's decentralized storage services to build a DApp store, looking forward to more excellent projects joining the CESS ecosystem for collaborative construction.

“CESS Invites You to Hong Kong! Join Us for the 2023 Winter Polkadot Hackathon Finals Demo Day”

On January 18, the "Everything Grows AlphaDAY" event was held at the Blockchain Technology Center in Phuket, Thailand, where CESS's developer relations head Alex delivered a keynote speech on CESS's technological progress and engaged in in-depth discussions with the Southeast Asian Foundation and Web3 community.

From January 17 to 19, the B2GC Summit in Thailand was successfully held! CESS showcased at the B2GC Summit initiated by the Thai Prime Minister and the Digital Economy Bureau, discussing how CESS can innovate in the DePIN field, co-building a data value network with the industry, and connecting with the Thai Minister of Digital Economy and others.

In February, the CESS team continued offline engagement activities in Hong Kong, the United States, and other locations. In addition to maintaining close communication with investors and project parties in the crypto field, this month we also engaged in deep dialogue with Web3 developers, actively introducing the CESS ecosystem and technological construction at event booths.

At the graduation ceremony of the Hong Kong Polkadot Blockchain Academy on February 3, the CESS team was invited to participate in the event, where they not only exchanged ideas with many Web3 developers but also shared how CESS utilizes Substrate technology to build decentralized cloud storage. On February 23, at the DWF Labs Haus - Builders Connect @ETHDenver, CESS was invited to participate in this exchange event, where we discussed how CESS can innovate in the DePIN field and demonstrated how CESS provides usable DA layer services for the Ethereum ecosystem.
On February 28, during the R3al World Summit, CESS participated in the R3al World event hosted by IoTex, marking the first offline event co-hosted by CESS after announcing its partnership with IoTex, with over 1,300 registrations. CESS Chairman Nick delivered an inspiring speech on the main stage titled "2024 - The Year of the Data Value Network." At the Polkadot Mini-Summit on February 28, CESS Chairman Nicholas Zaldastani delivered an exciting speech on the data value network, which was also published by the official account of the event organizer ETHDenver. We showcased how CESS, as an infrastructure built on the DePIN concept, provides innovative solutions for data storage and management, realizing the core concepts of data value distribution, return, and interconnectivity. From late February to early March, CESS was invited to participate in the annual crypto event ETHDenver, co-hosting multiple surrounding activities with various innovative projects, actively demonstrating CESS's influence and construction capabilities as a decentralized data infrastructure in the DePIN track. The team engaged in in-depth discussions about the future of Web3 and showcased CESS's technological innovations. “Review of CESS at ETHDenver: 2024, The Year of the Data Value Network” On March 23, CESS was honored to sponsor the Duke University Web3 Conference again. We participated in a roundtable discussion on DePIN alongside globally renowned consulting firm PwC and global asset management company T. Rowe Price, discussing current data privacy and security issues, as well as how CESS, as a blockchain-based decentralized cloud storage network, can provide innovative solutions for the industry. On March 24, the [LIVE AI] Duke-Harvard Hackathon was held as scheduled, and CESS was honored to co-host this innovative event with top universities Duke and Harvard, witnessing participants' projects in AI, Blockchain, FinTech, and more. “CESS Joins Hands with Harvard and Duke University to Cultivate Global Web3 New Forces” In April, the CESS team continued to expand the power of the global community. Through a series of important events held in Japan and Dubai, the aim was to strengthen its global influence and connect with industry leaders. From April 13 to 14, CESS participated in the 2024 TEAMZ WEB3/AI Summit held in Tokyo, Japan. CESS showcased its decentralized storage solutions, highlighting its unique capabilities in supporting AI development and addressing global data challenges. The team also explored collaboration opportunities with Web3 innovators in the region, further solidifying CESS's influence in Asia. CESS's April trip to Dubai! The Web3 and Token2049 event was held from April 16 to 23, where CESS showcased at a series of Web3 and blockchain events, demonstrating the thriving ecosystem in the Middle East. On April 17, at OOKC Labs 2049 Token Eve, CESS co-hosted this blockchain gathering with OOKC and other partners, connecting with investors and innovators, and discussing the latest developments in Web3 technology. On April 19, the Duke Web3 Investor Soirée attracted significant attention, where CESS shared its vision with top investors, showcasing the commercial potential of its decentralized solutions. On April 19, CESS also participated in the discussion "Decentralized Dialogue: Exploring AI and Decentralized Governance," discussing how blockchain and AI can integrate to drive innovative governance paradigms. On April 21, at the Bull City Blockchain Battle @Token2049, CESS participated in the event's roadshow, actively supporting and encouraging innovative projects in this competition, looking forward to the birth of innovative blockchain solutions. On April 22-23, at the World Blockchain Summit: CESS showcased its full-stack decentralized storage solutions to global participants in Dubai, solidifying its position as a key player in the blockchain ecosystem. “Review of CESS's Journey in Dubai: CESS's DePIN Innovation Journey” In May, connections were established with cross-continental blockchain innovators. On May 14, at ETH DC, CESS actively engaged with Ethereum developers and builders in Washington and other areas. The team showcased its decentralized storage and infrastructure solutions, facilitating meaningful discussions on enhancing blockchain scalability and security. From May 21 to 23, CESS participated in the London Blockchain Conference. As Europe's leading blockchain event, the London Blockchain Conference provided CESS with an opportunity to showcase its cutting-edge technology. Through in-depth panel discussions and networking activities, the team emphasized its key role in supporting Web3 projects, ensuring data sovereignty, and driving decentralized innovation. From May 29 to 31, at Coindesk Consensus 2024, CESS became the focus at the Polkadot booth, showcasing its interoperability and scalability solutions to a global audience. The event also featured several exciting surrounding gatherings, such as the Duke Web3 Investor Soirée and the Consensus Media House, where CESS interacted with investors and media, establishing connections for future collaborations. From May 28 to 30, CESS actively participated in the Genzio series of events, including Marketers Brunch, Social Roast, and Founders BBQ, engaging with participants on how to drive Web3 to reach the next billion users. These meetings highlighted CESS's commitment to fostering an inclusive and accessible blockchain ecosystem. From July 4 to 6, CESS participated in the IVS Crypto 2024 in Kyoto. At IVS Crypto 2024, CESS attended Japan's top Web3 gathering, sharing the role of decentralized storage in building scalable infrastructure. This event provided CESS with an excellent platform to connect with blockchain leaders in the region and showcase its solutions. “Innovating at IVS 2024 Crypto Summit: CESS Leads the Development of Decentralized Cloud Storage and CD²N” From August 19 to September 15, CESS participated in the TinTinLand Web3 + DePIN co-learning month. This event provided developers with an interactive platform to enhance their skills and increase their understanding of cutting-edge Web3 technologies through videos, simulations, and practical activities. On August 16, CESS participated in a blockchain event hosted by the Government Blockchain Association (GBA) in Washington, D.C. This event showcased the transformative potential of blockchain across various industries, with CESS demonstrating its decentralized cloud storage and CD²N technology. CESS emphasized its critical role in ensuring data sovereignty, security, and scalability. On August 16, CESS participated in The Almighty Few: Private Web3 Drink & Dinner in DC, co-hosted by ALLMIGHT and the Solana Foundation. This event brought together Web3 enthusiasts, facilitating in-depth exchanges and connections regarding the decentralized ecosystem. From August 28 to 29, CESS participated in the HK Polkadot & Friends event held in Hong Kong WebX Asia 2024. This event gathered global Web3 leaders, providing CESS with an opportunity to interact with Polkadot community partners, showcasing its innovations in decentralized storage, and exploring collaboration opportunities within the ecosystem. From September 16 to 17, CESS participated in Polkadot Decoded Asia 2024 held in Singapore, an important event in the Polkadot ecosystem. The event gathered industry leaders, builders, and technical experts, providing exploration opportunities for the development of decentralized infrastructure and Web3. CESS co-founder Nick delivered a speech, sharing CESS's construction in decentralized storage and AI integration, as well as how it empowers the Polkadot ecosystem. On September 17, CESS participated in the R3al World DePIN Summit hosted by IoTeX, held during TOKEN2049 in Singapore. As a sponsor of the event, CESS participated in key discussions and workshops, sharing insights on the future of decentralized data infrastructure, AI integration, and driving innovation in the DePIN ecosystem. This event gathered Web3 leaders to explore the progress of decentralized technology and its real-world applications. “CESS's Singapore Journey: Building Decentralized Data Infrastructure” On September 18 to 19, CESS participated in TOKEN2049 held in Singapore, introducing our vision for building decentralized data infrastructure at the Polkadot booth. This event provided CESS with an excellent opportunity to showcase its progress in the DePIN and AI fields, interact with global blockchain leaders, and demonstrate its contributions to the development of decentralized technology. On September 25, CESS participated in the BIG DEMO DAY hosted by Central Research. In the panel discussion, CESS emphasized how to empower AI through decentralized data infrastructure and how innovations like DeOSS and AI-LINK can empower the development of AI within the decentralized ecosystem. On September 28, CESS participated in the HK Polkadot & Friends event, aimed at promoting blockchain innovation and interacting with the Hong Kong blockchain community, exploring opportunities for development within the Polkadot ecosystem. From October 21 to 25, CESS participated in the 2024 DC Startup Week, striving to connect with founders of startups and industry leaders. This event advanced discussions on emerging technologies and decentralized solutions, further strengthening CESS's influence in the Web3 ecosystem. On October 25, CESS participated in the "Building the Future" RAK DAO Conference, where Chairman Nicholas shared key insights on data sovereignty, privacy, and decentralized data infrastructure. This event showcased the importance of innovative solutions in shaping the future of Web3 and decentralized technology. From October 30 to 31, CESS participated in Binance Blockchain Week held in Dubai, one of the most influential events in the blockchain industry. The conference gathered leading innovators, developers, and entrepreneurs to discuss the transformative potential of blockchain technology. Through discussions on decentralized solutions, Web3 progress, and global adoption trends, CESS interacted with the vibrant blockchain community, further solidifying its commitment to pioneering innovative solutions in decentralized storage within the evolving ecosystem. On October 29, CESS participated in the DXB Web3 Party "The Pulse Night," a gathering of global Web3 innovators in Dubai. This event was co-hosted with well-known partners such as OOKC Labs, Come Tranching, BBQ Coin, Qtum, Official Devomon, MetaMoonland, BCHECO Fund, and Tide Groups. CESS engaged with participants about the future of Web3 technology, reinforcing its vision in decentralized storage and data sovereignty. On November 6 to 7, CESS was invited to participate in the "Blockchain and Infrastructure: Building a Trusted Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN)" event hosted by GBA Global. Co-founder Joseph delivered a keynote speech at the conference, introducing CESS's progress in decentralized storage and CD²N. He also moderated a panel discussion, promoting in-depth thinking about the future of DePIN technology. On November 14, CESS actively participated in the 2024 Polkadot Hackathon competition, sponsoring the event. This event gathered outstanding developers and innovators from around the world to jointly promote the development of Web3 technology. CESS's developer relations head Alex participated in a workshop, introducing how to utilize CESS's decentralized storage solutions. As mentioned earlier, CESS is steadfastly promoting the industry's compliance and standardization process this year. In December, CESS participated in the Policy Summit 2024 hosted by the Blockchain Association, engaging in in-depth discussions with legislators in the United States, marking a successful conclusion to the global journey of 2024. Throughout this year, CESS actively participated in major events around the world, gaining support from a continuously growing community of CESS enthusiasts globally, who actively assist CESS in building local communities and spreading the mission of CESS's decentralized data infrastructure to more regions, injecting vitality into global ecosystem construction.

Conclusion

Looking back at 2024, CESS achieved numerous outstanding accomplishments in building decentralized data infrastructure. This year, CESS not only advanced the processes of technological innovation and industry standardization, empowering the rapid development of AI and the construction of DeSci, but also demonstrated our core position in data sovereignty and the development of the Web3 ecosystem. From the breakthrough results of the testnet to the approval of the IEEE standard, and to active advocacy in policy dialogues, we have always been committed to transforming technological advancements into practical solutions. Looking ahead, CESS will continue to empower through technology, building a safer, more open, and efficient decentralized data infrastructure.

The CESS mainnet, originally planned to launch in 2024, will have its launch time slightly adjusted after careful consideration to ensure that every step is stable and reliable. Decentralized data infrastructure is a complex and important field, and we hope to ensure that every step is rigorously tested and verified to provide users and organizations with the most reliable technology and the safest experience. We believe that the mainnet launch is only a matter of time, and that day is very close. Here, we sincerely thank every community member, partner, and supporter; it is you who have jointly driven the growth and transformation of CESS with us. Let us work together towards an even more outstanding 2025, writing a new chapter in decentralized data infrastructure!