Bitfinex and TokenFi recently hosted an insightful AMA session with Laymanscrypto, Social Media Coordinator at TokenFi. In this conversation, we explored the mission behind TokenFi, its role in simplifying the tokenisation process, and how the project is pioneering innovations across RWA, staking, and no-code token creation. Laymanscrypto shared key updates on the ecosystem, upcoming AI tools, and the broader vision of democratising blockchain for both individuals and institutions. Introduction Bitfinex:
Hello everyone and welcome to another exclusive Bitfinex AMA! I’m BitfreedomGus and today I have the pleasure of welcoming Laymanscrypto, Social Media Coordinator at TokenFi. TokenFi is revolutionising the tokenisation sector with its all-in-one platform that allows anyone to create tokens and tokenise real-world assets without any programming knowledge. We’re very excited to explore how this project is leading the $16 trillion revolution in asset tokenisation. Laymanscrypto, thank you very much for being here with us today! Laymanscrypto:
Hi everyone!
Glad to be here and answer all of your questions. Let’s get started! Personal Journey & Project Origins Bitfinex:
To start on a more personal note, could you tell us a bit about your professional background and how you got involved with the TokenFi project? Laymanscrypto:
Sure! I come from a Web2 engineering background, and over the last 5–6 years I developed a strong interest in crypto and Web3 technologies. I joined the Floki ecosystem because I believed in its unique combination of utility, branding, and community-first principles. As the ecosystem evolved, the Floki team launched TokenFi to tap into the massive opportunity in tokenisation. I started working as a Social Media Coordinator to help communicate TokenFi’s vision to a broader audience. Happy to be here and answer questions from the Bitfinex community! Bitfinex:
TokenFi and Floki share the same team. Could you tell us about the connection between these two projects and how the experience with Floki contributed to the creation of TokenFi? Laymanscrypto:
Floki and TokenFi are sister projects. They share infrastructure and community, but each has its own specific focus. Floki proved that a memecoin could evolve into a full ecosystem with real products, global brand recognition, and long-term resilience. That experience gave the team a blueprint for building TokenFi. With Floki, the team learnt how to scale across multiple verticals — from gaming and DeFi to education and marketing. TokenFi builds on that foundation, but with a clear mission: to democratise token creation and lead the RWA tokenisation industry. The lessons from Floki’s growth directly influenced how TokenFi was structured, built, and positioned in the market. Real-World Applications & Roadmap Bitfinex:
TokenFi positions itself at the forefront of the $16 trillion tokenisation industry. What real-world use cases have already been deployed through the platform, and what’s next on the roadmap? Laymanscrypto:
The biggest milestone so far is the launch of TokenFi RWA on 23 May this year. This platform allows anyone to tokenise real-world assets with full regulatory compliance. It’s built on the ERC-3643 standard and powered by our partnership with Tokeny, a leading infrastructure provider backed by TradFi giants like BNP Paribas and Apex… TokenFi RWA makes it possible to unlock liquidity, fractionalise ownership, and give global access to traditionally illiquid assets. Looking ahead, the roadmap includes the launch of AI-powered tools like a smart contract auditor and a generative NFT creator, all aimed at making tokenisation even more accessible and scalable. Project Vetting & Community Value Bitfinex:
The TokenFi Launchpad has onboarded impressive projects like Simon’s Cat and YakDAO. How does TokenFi vet projects and ensure long-term value for $TOKEN holders? Laymanscrypto:
That’s an important question that gets asked a lot… The TokenFi Launchpad is a decentralised platform, meaning anyone can launch a project through it without needing prior approval. This open model is by design, allowing TokenFi to lower barriers and support decentralisation by giving every founder a chance to raise capital… However, when it comes to high-profile or Floki-backed launches (e.g. the official Simon’s Cat IP), these go through an internal vetting process by the Floki core team. We assess fundamentals, branding potential, tokenomics, and long-term vision. These curated launches often receive additional ecosystem support, which may include marketing and exchange listings. The next high-end project on the list to launch on TokenFi Launchpad is Rice Robotics. For $TOKEN holders, these curated launches create significant value. They usually generate strong demand, come with airdrops or allocations for stakers, and contribute to protocol revenue. In short, while the platform is open to everyone, the most strategic opportunities are carefully selected and designed to benefit the TokenFi community. Hope that clears things up! TokenFi Connect Bitfinex:
TokenFi Connect promises to link token creators with exchanges, market makers, and VCs. Can you give us a sneak peek into what that experience will look like for a new project owner? Laymanscrypto:
TokenFi Connect is designed to give new token creators access to the resources they need to succeed. When a project launches, TokenFi Connect acts like a private network, matching them with potential partners including centralised exchanges, liquidity providers, influencers, and funding sources. It’s an end-to-end support system that helps remove the cold-start problem… Instead of launching into a void, projects are immediately plugged into a supportive ecosystem. For first-time founders and brands entering Web3, this kind of infrastructure can make the difference between failure and success. Supercharger & Staking Loyalty Bitfinex:
With the TokenFi Supercharger programme offering presale access, staking rewards, and airdrops, how do you see this model evolving to drive sustained staking and platform loyalty? Laymanscrypto:
The Supercharger programme creates a strong incentive loop for $TOKEN holders. By staking their tokens, users get access to exclusive presales, higher reward tiers, and airdrops from high-profile launches. As more quality projects use the TokenFi Launchpad and RWA platform, the benefits of staking become more attractive. TokenFi is also exploring new Supercharger features, like tiered access based on how long you stake or how much you’ve contributed to the ecosystem. This builds loyalty and helps create a long-term holder base, which is key for any ecosystem’s sustainability. Vision & Ecosystem Fit Bitfinex:
TokenFi has launched multiple products in a short time: Launcher, Launchpad, QuickLaunch Bot, and now plans for AI tools and RWA tokenisation. What’s the long-term vision for TokenFi — and how do all these pieces fit together? Laymanscrypto:
The long-term vision is to be the default platform for tokenisation. Each product addresses a different step in the token lifecycle.

• The Launcher and QuickLaunch Bot let you create tokens instantly.
• The Launchpad gives you funding and exposure.
• TokenFi Connect helps you scale.
• And the TokenFi RWA module lets you tokenise real assets legally and securely.

So, basically, TokenFi is building a full-stack solution that covers creation, distribution, compliance, and growth. Everything is designed to work together. Token Utility & Tokenomics Bitfinex:
Speaking about tokenomics, how is the $TOKEN used within the TokenFi ecosystem? Laymanscrypto:
$TOKEN is the core utility token of the entire ecosystem. It’s used to pay for services, access presales, and earn staking rewards. Most importantly, every time someone uses a TokenFi product, a portion of the fees is used to buy and burn $TOKEN from the open market. This deflationary mechanism creates consistent buy pressure as the platform grows. Over time, as more products launch and more users onboard, the demand for $TOKEN increases while the supply decreases. That’s a strong setup for long-term value. Let me give you a quick overview of the tokenomics for $TOKEN: Total supply = 10,000,000,000 $TOKEN
Initial circulating supply = 1,000,000,000 $TOKEN Initial $TOKEN distribution:

• 54% of the supply is allocated to Floki staking pools – to be earned over four years
• 2% allocated to Floki NFT holders and Diamond Hands holders
• 10% allocated to the initial liquidity pool on the ETH and BNB chains
• 20% allocated to the Floki treasury for development and operations
• 2% allocated as team incentives and vested for four years
• 5% allocated to the TokenFi User Incentives System to boost TokenFi adoption – to be earned over four years
• 7% allocated to the TokenFi staking programme – to be earned over four years

Real-World Assets & Compliance Bitfinex:
The tokenisation of real-world assets (RWA) is an important differentiator for TokenFi. How do you ensure regulatory compliance in this process and what types of assets can already be tokenised on the platform? Laymanscrypto:
Regulatory compliance is one of the most important aspects of RWA tokenisation. That’s why TokenFi partnered with Tokeny to launch the RWA platform using the ERC-3643 standard. This standard includes on-chain identity management, investor whitelisting, and rule-based transfers. The system ensures that only eligible, KYC-verified investors can access certain assets, depending on their jurisdiction and accreditation status. It brings the kind of compliance you’d expect in traditional finance into the Web3 world. Bitfinex Listing & Strategic Partnership Bitfinex:
Being listed on Bitfinex represents an important milestone for any project. How does this strategic partnership contribute to TokenFi’s objectives and what opportunities does it bring to the community? Laymanscrypto:
Agreed, that’s an interesting one because Bitfinex is one of the most reputable exchanges in the crypto space, and being listed there adds significant credibility to TokenFi. It increases access to a broader, more institutional investor base, and provides deeper liquidity for $TOKEN. So for the community… this means better price discovery, easier onboarding, and more visibility. For the ecosystem, it’s a signal that TokenFi is building something that’s not just relevant for retail users, but also for serious investors and institutions that are looking at the future of asset tokenisation. Audience Questions Bitfinex:
TokenFi aims to simplify token creation and tokenisation for individuals and businesses. How does your platform ensure compliance and security, especially as tokenisation begins to attract more regulatory scrutiny worldwide? (from OracleKayFe) Laymanscrypto:
Compliance and security are at the heart of TokenFi’s architecture, even more so now that TokenFi RWA is live. As mentioned earlier, for real-world asset tokenisation, we’ve partnered with Tokeny, one of the most respected tokenisation infrastructure providers in the industry. TokenFi RWA was built on the ERC-3643 standard, which was specifically designed for compliant, regulated token issuance. This includes on-chain identity verification, rule-based transferability, investor whitelisting, and more… To add to that, all TokenFi’s smart contracts are rigorously tested and audited before deployment. Bitfinex:
What benefits do holders get from keeping their tokens for a long time? (from Ulk) Laymanscrypto:
Long-term holders of $TOKEN are rewarded in multiple ways, both directly and through the mechanics of the TokenFi ecosystem.

1. $TOKEN staking is a core component of the platform. Stakers gain access to exclusive presales, higher Supercharger rewards, and eligibility for high-profile airdrops (e.g. the Rice Robotics presale mentioned earlier). The longer someone stakes, the more benefits they unlock.
2. $TOKEN is deflationary by design. Every time someone uses a TokenFi product, a portion is used to buy and burn $TOKEN. This reduces supply over time, which benefits holders.
3. As more products launch and more people join the ecosystem, benefits for early holders and stakers increase.

Basically, holding $TOKEN is like owning a piece of the infrastructure that’s powering the next generation of tokenisation. Special Thanks & Closing Bitfinex:
Laymanscrypto, thank you very much for sharing such valuable insights about TokenFi and the future of tokenisation. It was truly enlightening to understand how you are simplifying access to blockchain technology and revolutionising the asset tokenisation market. Laymanscrypto:
You are most welcome. Thanks for having me! Bitfinex:
To our audience, thank you for following this AMA. You can learn more about TokenFi by following their official channels:

• Website: https://tokenfi.com
• X (TokenFi): https://x.com/tokenfi
• Telegram: https://t.me/FlokiInuToken

That concludes the AMA Session The post AMA with TokenFi – Hosted by Bitfinex & BitfreedomGus appeared first on Bitfinex blog.

Aethir is leading the way in decentralised physical infrastructure (DePIN), reshaping how the world accesses GPU computing power. As demand for high-performance infrastructure continues to surge—especially in AI and gaming—Aethir’s mission is to make cloud computing more democratic, accessible, and borderless.  On May 23, 2025, Bitfinex hosted an Ask Me Anything (AMA) session with Mark Rydon, Co-Founder and CSO of Aethir, joined by our host BitFreedomGus. The conversation explored decentralised physical infrastructure (DePIN), the future of GPU cloud computing, Aethir’s AI and gaming solutions, and their recent token listing on Bitfinex. It was an insightful and engaging discussion—you can dive into the full transcript below. Session 1: Introduction & Vision Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
Hello everyone, welcome! Great to have you all for another AMA Session.
I’m your host BitFreedomGus and Today we’re talking with Mr. Mark Rydon, Co-Founder and CSO from Aethir.
Aethir is creating a new way to access computing power for Artificial Intelligence and Gaming, using a decentralised network. Mr. Mark Rydon, thanks for being here with us! Aethir (Mark):
Thank you for having me! Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
Thank you, Mark!
Well, to start, can you tell us a bit about yourself and your work at Aethir? Aethir (Mark):
For sure
I’m the Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Aethir: a decentralised cloud computing network founded in 2022 to make high-performance GPUs more affordable, accessible, and scalable for developers in AI, LLMs, and cloud gaming.
My career began in infrastructure, but I had always been focused on blockchain and the growing challenges of compute accessibility for tech companies.
Since launching Aethir with my co-founder Daniel Wang, we’ve scaled from a five-person startup to a global organisation with over 150 employees and one of the largest decentralised networks in the world – backed by NVIDIA, Qualcomm, Animoca Brands and many more. Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
Incredible growth in the company.
Aethir emerged due to the high demand for GPUs for AI and Gaming. What was the main idea or the problem Aethir wanted to solve? Aethir (Mark):
Great question
The global GPU cloud computing industry is heavily centralised. Compute resources are concentrated in major regional data centres and operated by big-tech cloud providers, who charge high fees and often provide inefficient, high-latency computing services. Centralised cloud providers have low GPU utilisation rates, often below 30%, leading to high maintenance costs and, ultimately, higher service prices for clients. Aethir’s mission is to provide a decentralised GPU cloud alternative for AI and gaming enterprises at scale. We aim to bring compute closer to our clients by distributing GPU resources worldwide. Our GPU containers are decentralised across 95 countries, enabling us to provide low-latency, secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud computing services to enterprises, regardless of location. Aethir’s long-term goal is universal cloud compute – a future in which premium quality cloud computing is available to anyone and not just large-scale corporations.
We don’t want GPUs to only be available for the top 5 big companies!
We want everyone to have access. Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
That is great. Small companies or independent developers can also take advantage of that for sure.
What is Aethir’s main goal today? And how do you see the project helping the Web3 community in the future? Aethir (Mark):
Big question! Aethir has built the only decentralised enterprise-grade GPU-as-a-service platform on the market. We already have a flourishing ecosystem of 120+ partners and clients from the AI, gaming, and Web3 sectors, leveraging our GPU network to build and launch state-of-the-art innovations in their respective fields.
We aim to continue building and expanding our network until decentralised cloud computing becomes a universally available service for companies of all types and sizes, from early-stage startups to corporations.
We are incredibly passionate about supporting the flourishing Web3 AI startup ecosystem, which is why we launched AI Unbundled, an industry-wide alliance with sector leaders focused on supporting the most innovative AI builders in the Web3 industry with the infrastructure needed to create life-changing innovations. Session 2: Technology & Infrastructure Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
Aethir uses a model called DePIN to offer GPUs. In simple terms, how does this help make access to powerful GPUs easier and cheaper for everyone, compared to traditional cloud services? Aethir (Mark):
DePIN = Decentralised Physical Infrastructure Network
DePIN stands for decentralised physical infrastructure networks, signifying a distributed approach instead of the traditional, centralised architecture of big-tech infrastructure providers.
Decentralised infrastructure enables Aethir to pool GPU computing power from different sources and channel computing to our clients from our network’s physically closest available GPUs.
This way, we ensure the lowest possible latency for clients, and maximise GPU utilisation. By maximising utilisation, we can reduce operating costs and offer unbeatable service prices.
By sourcing GPUs from a vast decentralised network of Cloud Host providers, we don’t need to maintain massive, expensive data centres, and our infrastructure is more scalable.
We can quickly allocate additional GPUs to our clients without supply chain bottlenecks because we simply assign additional resources from our Cloud Host network. Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
So the computational power is utilised from multiple GPUs that are geographically separated and closer to the customer? Is that Correct? Aethir (Mark):
Yes! In many cases that’s exactly the advantage we can offer. In other instances, the advantage might be cost, because the client doesn’t have strict considerations on where the GPUs are located.
We have solutions for anyone looking for enterprise-grade GPUs for AI or Gaming. Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
We know that Aethir has solutions for AI (Earth) and Gaming (Atmosphere). Can you quickly explain what each one does and how they help developers and gamers? Aethir (Mark):
Good question – this speaks to our broad product offering across gaming and AI!

First, let’s talk AI:
Aethir Earth specialises in supporting AI enterprises of all types and sizes. It offers a wide range of high-performance GPUs specialised for advanced AI workloads such as AI inference, large-language model training, generative AI, and AI agent training.
The service leverages our globally distributed network of premium AI GPUs, including NVIDIA H100s, H200s, and, most recently, GB200s, alongside other advanced GPU models.
Aethir Earth is fully customisable and tailored to each client’s needs. We strive to understand each of our clients and deliver the best possible service for their projects.
Aethir Earth provides the GPU infrastructure for all types of AI innovations that need access to reliable and scalable GPU computing at affordable prices. Now gaming!:
Aethir Atmosphere, on the other hand, is our GPU service, which is designed for gaming enterprises. It offers industry-leading cloud computing for GPU-intensive gaming projects across the Web2 and Web3 gaming sectors. —> it lets any gamer play any game on any device!
Aethir Atmosphere can efficiently support cloud gaming platforms and game developers in need of innovative direct-to-customer distribution channels.
With Aethir Atmosphere, we can offer Instant Play streaming solutions to studios and publishers exploring innovative user acquisition and retention strategies.
By leveraging our Instant Play mechanics, developers can avoid mainstream app stores and directly reach their customers on the open web without paying service fees to big-tech app stores. Session 3: Token, Ecosystem & Developer Support Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
Let’s get more into $ATH.
The $ATH token is important to the project. Besides paying GPU providers, how does the $ATH token help users and Aethir’s growth? Aethir (Mark):
Did you say All Time High?
ATH!
At the center of the Aethir DePIN stack is our ATH token, which plays a key role in facilitating the daily operations of Aethir’s GPU network.
ATH is the economic centerpiece of the Aethir ecosystem, connecting all the elements of our network and unifying them into a highly versatile, decentralized GPU cloud computing powerhouse for enterprise clients.
Since the introduction of ATH during our mainnet launch and token generation event in June 2024, we’ve introduced numerous additional ATH utilities, which make ATH much more than just a cryptocurrency token. Aethir (Mark):
Our GPU network is monitored by 91,000+ community-owned Checker Nodes responsible for ensuring that all of our 428,000 GPU containers provide the same premium quality services to all clients at all times.
Checker Nodes are rewarded daily ATH token rewards for their role in the Aethir ecosystem. The same goes for stakers.
All compute power in the Aethir ecosystem is staked with ATH, meaning that ATH stakers contribute to our GPU network’s overall stability and daily operations.
Cloud Hosts, our GPU compute providers, also earn ATH as rewards for providing our enterprise clients with decentralised GPU cloud computing power, the same way Aethir Edge operators earn daily ATH rewards.
All of Aethir’s stakeholders directly benefit from the various ATH token utilities. Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
Nice, how does Aethir plan to attract more developers to create applications (dApps) on its network? What kind of support or incentives do you offer? Aethir (Mark):
We announced our $100m Ecosystem Fund a few months ago – that has gained us a huge amount of developer attention!
It was even more popular than I expected, which was really cool to see.
Aethir specialises in providing the GPU computing power needed to launch various types of apps across blockchain networks. We aren’t limited to a single network. Instead, Aethir’s compute infrastructure is versatile and can support builders across various blockchains.
Our $100 million Ecosystem Fund is built to support AI and gaming innovators with cloud computing grants for Aethir’s DePIN stack. We’re incredibly excited about AI agents and the intersection of RWA and AI.
So far, we’ve supported 25+ AI agent projects with compute grants from our Ecosystem Fund, and we’ve recently announced Batch 6 of our ecosystem grantees featuring innovative RWA projects.
Aethir is here to support promising projects with GPU computing from day one. Our ecosystem grants are a testament to our dedication to supporting the AI, gaming, and Web3 sectors by allowing builders to realise their visions without bottlenecks such as a lack of access to premium GPU cloud computing. Session 4: Partnerships, Expansion & Future Plans Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
As a former technical education teacher, I can say that there are many young developers in Latin America seeking knowledge to develop in Web3. These incentives help to shape the future of Web3. Thank you for your reply.

Let’s talk about our partnership.
The listing on Bitfinex was an important step. What does this partnership mean for Aethir’s growth and for making the project better known? Aethir (Mark):
Thank you! You are totally right – the more resources we can provide to builders worldwide, the better off the world will be!
The listing of ATH on Bitfinex is quite important for us, given that it’s a prominent global crypto exchange, which supports our mission of global ATH accessibility.
This listing brings ATH closer to more users, ensuring wider access to the ATH token and leading to broader ecosystem expansion.
We’d like to have ATH available in all parts of the world and the listing on Bitfinex is a HUGE step in this direction! Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
Amazing. Let’s talk about the future.
Looking at future plans, what are the most important updates the community can expect from Aethir? How will these plans help more people use the network? Aethir (Mark):
I love thinking and talking about the future.
We just made this big announcement! https://aethir.com/blog-posts/aethirs-eigenlayer-ath-vault-is-here-stake-ath-and-mint-eath-to-maximize-rewards
You can check that out later, but we have LOTS planned coming up.
Our one-year token generation event (TGE) anniversary is approaching on June 12th, and we are preparing some exciting updates and launches to celebrate it.
We’ve recently announced an exclusive 10-week staking bonus for our community members, enabling them to earn triple ATH staking rewards as part of our TGE anniversary celebration.
Aethir constantly strives to introduce new product functionalities that improve user experiences and enhance our DePIN ecosystem.
Through our Ecosystem Fund and AI Unbundled alliance, we are actively onboarding innovative Web3, AI, and gaming builders into our network and supporting them with the GPU computing resources for their projects.
In the coming months, we will introduce expanded ecosystem services and new partnerships, strengthening Aethir’s position as a global GPU DePIN leader. Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
We encourage all the community to check the announcement!
We saw that Aethir offers access to cutting-edge NVIDIA technology (GB200). What does this mean for Aethir’s future in Artificial Intelligence? Aethir (Mark):
Thank you so much!
FYI – the GB200’s are the newest Nvidia GPU! Super powerful and nobody in Web3 has them except us!
The AI industry is highly competitive, and it’s evolving rapidly. Innovative AI projects are being launched daily, and they need reliable, cost-effective GPU resources to scale their operations.
AI workloads are extremely compute-demanding, and only high-performance GPUs can efficiently support advanced AI use cases. That’s why Aethir is constantly onboarding new cohorts of GPU Cloud Hosts, focusing on the most powerful NVIDIA AI chipsets, such as GB200s.
However, unlike centralised cloud providers, Aethir’s decentralised cloud offers these high-performance GPUs at much lower prices, allowing AI startups and smaller companies to access premium computing at affordable prices.
We think these powerful GPUs shouldn’t only be accessible to the wealthiest companies. To truly support AI innovation, computing needs to be accessible for all types of companies, and that’s precisely what Aethir is offering for the future of AI development. Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
Exclusive Aethir GPU for now? That’s huge! Aethir (Mark):
We always have the best infra! Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
Aethir has recently announced compute support and partnerships with several RWA projects. Can you tell us why? Aethir (Mark):
We love RWAs
The RWA sector has experienced significant growth in the past year, showcasing how real-world utility is becoming increasingly attractive for Web3 and TradFi users alike.
Projects like Plume and GAIB are pioneering innovative RWA use cases, such as the tokenisation of GPU assets, and introducing new industry categories like RWAfi, the intersection of RWA, DeFi, and AI.
Some analysts estimate that the RWA sector will reach a $500 billion tokenised assets value by the end of 2025, while long-term estimates predict a massive RWA growth potential of up to $30 trillion in tokenised assets by 2030.
Aethir has already established comprehensive partnerships with some of the most innovative RWA projects in the space. By launching the RWAI Initiative with Plume and the GPU Tokenisation Pilot on BNB Chain with GAIB, Aethir is positioning itself at the forefront of RWA innovation.
We are expanding our ecosystem support from AI agents to supercharging RWA development with the power of decentralised cloud computing because we believe the RWA sector will play a critical role in the future of AI development. Session 5: Community Engagement & Final Thoughts Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
Due to the limited time, we have included only one audience question. We have three in total, but we found this one particularly interesting—would you mind answering it?
Additionally, if we send the other questions later, would you be able to respond so we can add them to our blog?
This question is from @EdsonRMiguel:
I’m a local LLM enthusiast. With the global GPU shortage — initially driven by the crypto mining boom and now by the skyrocketing demand from AI companies — how do you see Aethir impacting this scenario? How can the decentralised infrastructure you’re building help democratise access to computational power and make these resources more accessible for people developing AI solutions, like myself? Aethir (Mark):
Great question Edson – and it hits at the heart of what we’re building with Aethir.
We’re living through a massive GPU crunch, driven first by crypto mining and now supercharged by AI’s exponential growth. Centralised hyperscalers have hoarded the lion’s share of compute, making it nearly impossible for independent developers, startups, and local LLM enthusiasts like yourself to get reliable, cost-effective access. That’s the choke point – and it’s exactly what Aethir is designed to fix.
Aethir flips the model. We don’t own the GPUs – we aggregate unused compute from enterprise-grade data centers around the world and unify them into a decentralized, enterprise-grade GPU cloud. That means instead of relying on a handful of players in Silicon Valley or Ashburn, you’re tapping into a global mesh of distributed infrastructure. It’s faster, cheaper, and more accessible than ever. Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
This shows that Aethir will be a possible solution if we have another GPU Shortage, especially with the massive computational power needed to drive AI solutions.
To finish, what is Aethir’s final vision? What mark do you hope to leave in the world of decentralised computing by making technology more accessible? Aethir (Mark):
For sure – GPUs are only going to get more important to the global economy, not less!
As mentioned earlier, universal cloud compute is Aethir’s endgame. It’s a future in which builders can access high-performance GPU computing without entry barriers such as unaffordable costs, geopolitical constraints, and supply chain bottlenecks.
Aethir’s cloud computing infrastructure advocates complete global decentralisation in true Web3 spirit, allowing anyone to become a Cloud Host in Aethir’s DePIN stack and support global AI evolution.
Access to reliable and scalable cloud computing is becoming increasingly important in an AI-enhanced world where all industries are incorporating AI-based solutions in their daily operations to some extent. Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
Mr. Mark Rydon, thank you very much for this clear and interesting conversation about Aethir. It was great to better understand your vision and plans! Aethir (Mark):
You are very welcome – it was my pleasure! Thanks so much for having me!
Follow me on X, guys! https://x.com/MRRydon
And our main social details are here:
Official Website (https://aethir.com/)
Twitter (https://twitter.com/AethirCloud)
Telegram (https://t.me/Aethir_Official) Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
Amazing!
Don’t forget that the transcription of this AMA and the additional questions will be answered in an article on our blog and available in multiple languages! Aethir (Mark):
Thanks again, guys! Bitfinex (BitFreedomGus):
Thank you, Mr. Mark!
That concludes our AMA session—thank you all, and we’ll see you next time! The post AMA with AETHIR – Hosted by Bitfinex & BitFreedomGus appeared first on Bitfinex blog.

On 13 June 2025, Bitfinex hosted an Ask Me Anything (AMA) session with Michel Cui, VP of Global Partnerships & Investment at AIOZ Network, joined by our host BitFreedomGus. AIOZ Network is a decentralised infrastructure project that combines AI, storage, and streaming into a single DePIN-powered ecosystem. Unlike most Web3 projects that focus on a single niche, AIOZ stands out by offering a fully integrated architecture where AI compute, data storage, and media delivery operate together natively — creating a scalable, efficient, and community-driven alternative to traditional cloud services. In this conversation, we explored how AIOZ leverages DePIN technology to deliver scalable, efficient, and community-powered services — including decentralised storage, video streaming, and AI compute — and how this infrastructure shapes the future of Web3. Here’s the full transcript of the AMA session. Introduction Bitfinex:
Welcome everyone! I’m BitFreedomGus and I’ll be your host for today’s AMA with a very special guest: Mr. Michel Cui, VP of Global Partnerships & Investment at AIOZ Network. Welcome, @MichelOFR! Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
Hello Bitfinex Community! I am Michel, digital evangelist from AIOZ Network. I’m so happy to participate in this AMA event organised by Bitfinex. This is also my first time participating in a live event on a Telegram Group. I hope to share more valuable information about AIOZ Network, our mission, and our vision with you. Thanks for Bitfinex’s introduction. Bitfinex:
Amazing! It’s always a pleasure for us at Bitfinex to highlight forward-thinking Web3 projects and connect them directly with our global community. Today, we’ll be diving into the core ideas behind AIOZ, their innovations in DePIN, streaming, storage, and AI — and what their recent progress means for the future. Introduction & Vision Bitfinex:
To begin on a personal note, could you tell us a bit about your background and how you became VP of Global Partnerships & Investment at AIOZ Network? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
I joined this great team at the beginning of 2024. Previously, I spent over 15 years working in telecom, internet, and consulting industries across Europe, the US, and Southeast Asia. Transitioning from Web2.0 to Web3.0, I became a strong believer in blockchain technologies and a passionate Web3 DePIN evangelist. I’m committed to building a global AI ecosystem through AIOZ’s powerful products and trusted partners, and to enabling the next generation of media businesses with our advanced streaming technologies. Bitfinex:
And for those discovering AIOZ for the first time, how would you explain the project in simple terms and what main problem does it solve in Web3? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
AIOZ Network is building a DePIN (Decentralised Physical Infrastructure Network) for Web3 — replacing expensive, centralised cloud services with a global network of user-powered devices. Through this network, AIOZ provides decentralised solutions for storage (S3-compatible and IPFS-based), video streaming, and AI computation, powered by everyday users contributing their idle resources. Blockchain technology ensures these contributions are fairly rewarded, creating a more open, cost-efficient, and community-driven infrastructure for the next generation of the internet. Hopefully, this helps the community get to know us better. Bitfinex:
That is interesting. I didn’t realise you also offer IPFS-based solutions. What is the core vision behind AIOZ Network, and how has it evolved since its early beginnings? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
Our vision is to become the Web3 backbone of the internet — empowering everyday devices to contribute to a peer-to-peer sharing economy with meaningful monetisation and tokenisation. Our ambition is to make Web3 infrastructure as scalable, efficient, and accessible as traditional Web2 systems. In 2025, that vision is being realised through the deployment of four key infrastructure products:

• AIOZ Storage: Decentralised, S3-compatible object storage.
• AIOZ Pin: IPFS-based metadata storage with built-in CDN.
• AIOZ AI: A DePIN compute marketplace for datasets, model training, inference, and AI dApps.
• AIOZ Stream: A Web3 media infrastructure for on-demand and live content streaming.

These four pillars are powered by our global DePIN. Moving forward, we are focused on refining UX/UI and delivering version upgrades to drive long-term growth and mass adoption. Technology & AIOZ AI V1 Bitfinex:
Let’s dive deeper into the technology. How does AIOZ leverage its DePIN architecture across AI, storage, and streaming products? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
Well received. I’ll present it in detail for each service enabled by our DePIN.

• Storage: Files are split, distributed, and redundantly stored across AIOZ DePIN nodes, ensuring high availability, fault tolerance, and secure data access.
• AI: AIOZ DePIN utilises available GPU and CPU resources from the network to power decentralised AI tasks such as model training, inference, and dataset processing.
• Streaming: AIOZ DePIN caches and delivers video content to users, reducing latency and improving user experience. Additionally, spare CPU/GPU power is used for distributed transcoding — converting videos into multiple formats for adaptive streaming across devices.

In order to give you a clearer vision of how this all connects, I can share with you our architecture diagram. Bitfinex:
Great. Visuals always help to understand it better. Thank you for sharing. Let’s talk specifically about AIOZ AI. AIOZ AI V1 just launched — can you walk us through what it is, why it’s a major milestone, how it differs from traditional AI platforms, and what key challenges it faces? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
AIOZ AI V1 is a collaborative AI compute marketplace built on AIOZ DePIN. It connects AI model developers with a global pool of user-contributed compute resources — CPU, GPU, and memory — to run inference tasks on the AIOZ AI platform. It establishes a decentralised supply chain that connects AI demand with available computing resources — allowing users to monetise idle hardware while enabling developers to run AI workloads flexibly and affordably. This launch is a major milestone, bringing AI closer to the community through a collaborative, resource-sharing economy. Official Announcement: https://x.com/AIOZNetwork/status/1925114417479287125  The main challenges are:

• Contributor Network Stability: Ensuring a reliable, high-quality pool of compute contributors with refined incentive models and strong engagement strategies.
• Scalability & Performance: As demand grows, the platform must optimise task distribution, bandwidth usage, and latency to maintain high performance.
• Integration & Ecosystem Fit: To become a foundational layer in Web3 and AI, AIOZ AI must provide robust SDKs and APIs that support major dApps, blockchains, and AI frameworks.

You can also have a full look at our AIOZ AI product roadmap, which outlines how we will continue evolving the platform in the months ahead. Bitfinex:
Amazing. Thank you for the detailed explanation. And let’s move on to community. Community & Open-Source AI Bitfinex:
AIOZ AI is built with community and collaboration in mind. What features support open-source AI development, and how does AIOZ AI encourage meaningful participation? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
AIOZ Network AI supports open-source development by allowing users to explore, test, and share models directly on the DePIN-powered platform. This enables collaborative improvement and valuable community feedback. To foster meaningful participation, AIOZ AI:

• Provides clear incentives for contributors of compute, models, and datasets through potential token rewards.
• Welcomes all contributors — from developers to researchers and AI enthusiasts — to build a diverse and inclusive Web3 AI ecosystem.

AIOZ Stream & Media Infrastructure Bitfinex:
AIOZ Stream is often described as DePIN media infrastructure. What makes it unique, and who benefits the most from using it? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
AIOZ Stream is one of the core pillars of the AIOZ decentralised infrastructure. What makes AIOZ Stream unique:

• Streams are delivered via a global peer-to-peer DePIN network (with more than 300,000 nodes globally), offering faster load times and significantly reducing buffering at the edge.
• Videos are transcoded into multiple resolutions using DePIN compute, ensuring scalability and high-quality streaming.
• On-chain monetisation (coming soon): Features like TVOD (Transactional Video on Demand) and SVOD (Subscription Video on Demand) will enable transparent, automated token attributions for creators and content providers.

Who benefits most:

• Web3 dApp developers building decentralised video platforms, blockchain-based educational services, or pay-per-view applications.
• Game streamers, esports broadcasters, and media creators looking for low-latency, high-quality live streaming and efficient worldwide content delivery — ideal for community engagement and fan-driven platforms.

Token, Ecosystem & Monetisation Bitfinex:
Thank you again, Michel. Let’s talk about the token and the ecosystem. The AIOZ token plays a fundamental role. Could you explain how it connects the different products across the network, supports the system’s operations, and briefly outlines its tokenomics? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
The AIOZ token serves as the core utility and incentive layer of the AIOZ ecosystem, powering all services across AIOZ Storage, Pin, Stream, and AI. It acts both as a medium of payment and as a reward mechanism. Whether it’s storing data, pinning content, streaming media, or running AI models, the token is used throughout the ecosystem. Contributors — those sharing storage, bandwidth, or compute power through the AIOZ DePIN — are rewarded with tokens in return. This dual role sustains a self-driven, community-powered infrastructure. Bitfinex:
Monetisation is a key part of AIOZ AI. How does the platform enable model creators, compute contributors, and data providers to be rewarded fairly? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
The platform rewards contributors in three ways:

• Model Creators: Earn token rewards for publishing AI models and datasets, recognising and incentivising their contributions to the ecosystem’s knowledge base.
• Compute Contributors: Are rewarded for providing computational resources, such as CPU, GPU, bandwidth, and storage.
• Data Providers: Receive incentives for sharing valuable, high-quality datasets that strengthen the data-driven ecosystem.

This structure ensures that everyone — builders, contributors, and data owners — benefits from participating in the collaborative AI economy and receives fair rewards for their contributions. And of course, this also plays a huge role in driving adoption across the ecosystem. User Participation & Rewards Bitfinex:
AIOZ Network has an interesting approach to rewarding users for sharing resources. How can everyday users participate and benefit from the AIOZ ecosystem? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
Anyone with a computer can join the AIOZ Network by running a DePIN node — contributing storage, bandwidth, or computing power in exchange for AIOZ token rewards. Getting started is simple:

1. Download the AIOZ DePIN App.
2. Install the app.
3. Start sharing your resources.

As the network grows, users not only earn AIOZ tokens but also gain access to decentralised services like file storage, video streaming, and AI compute — all contributing to a more open and efficient Web3 future. With over 300,000 AIOZ DePIN downloads, this global, community-powered network is just getting started. Partnerships & Roadmap Bitfinex:
Let’s move on to partnerships and the roadmap. Was AIOZ Network the first DePIN company listed in NVIDIA’s Accelerated Applications Catalog? What did this recognition mean for the project at the time, and how does it reflect on its future as well? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
Yes, AIOZ Network is the first DePIN project featured in NVIDIA’s Accelerated Applications Catalog, marking a major milestone for our team and our vision. This recognition validated our technical compatibility with GPU-accelerated workloads and strengthened our position in the AI space. It also affirmed our commitment to enabling real-world, decentralised AI applications powered by the AIOZ infrastructure. For more information about this strategic partnership, you can check the blog on our website, and you can also find AIOZ directly on the NVIDIA catalog. https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/accelerated-applications/?app=aDV8Z000000oRs1WAE Bitfinex:
Speaking of partnerships, AIOZ Network is listed on Bitfinex, and today we are collaborating through this AMA. From your perspective, how does being listed and engaging with the Bitfinex community contribute to your long-term goals? How has your team perceived this kind of initiative? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
Being listed on Bitfinex, a globally respected exchange, is a strategic step toward making the AIOZ token more accessible and expanding global reach. It helps strengthen our liquidity and visibility — both critical for supporting long-term ecosystem growth. This AMA is equally valuable. It gives us the opportunity to connect directly with the Bitfinex community, share our vision, and build trust. It’s not just about exposure — it’s about fostering meaningful engagement, educating users about DePIN, and growing a committed user base. And there’s one more thing to announce — to keep the momentum going, AIOZ Network will also launch a post-AMA quiz with special rewards, so stay tuned! Bitfinex:
Hey! Nice! Thank you for that great surprise. Speaking of partnerships, what recent or upcoming collaborations would you highlight as most impactful for AIOZ Network’s growth? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
The launch of AIOZ AI V1 is a major milestone, unlocking the future of decentralised AI. It empowers the AI community to store datasets, run inference tasks, train models, and build real-world AI dApps — all powered by AIOZ DePIN. This release also sets the stage for future collaborations across ecosystems, helping to expand use cases and demonstrate the real-world utility of our infrastructure. Since our AI V1 release last month, we’ve already secured several new partnerships, especially in the AI field, with more to come. Bitfinex:
Promising! And looking ahead to the 2025 roadmap, what major milestones can the community expect from AIOZ Network? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
Absolutely. 2025 is shaping up to be a transformative year for AIOZ Network. Key milestones will include:

• AIOZ Stream: Full support for VOD, low-latency live streaming, and the rollout of creator monetisation tools like TVOD/SVOD, alongside integrated AI-driven features.
• AIOZ AI: Version upgrades focused on performance, scalability, and ecosystem interoperability.
• UX/UI Improvements: A more intuitive and unified experience across all AIOZ infrastructure products.

In short, 2025 is all about scaling the infrastructure, expanding functionality, and delivering real-world utility across DePIN, AI, and Web3. We’re excited for what’s ahead and grateful to have our community along for the journey. You can have the view of our 2025 roadmap as follows: Community Questions & Closing Bitfinex:
Excellent, thank you again. Well, we’ve reached a great moment — let’s answer the questions submitted in the form. We’ve selected three that will be answered now. The first one is from Mr. Edson: How does AIOZ Network’s DePIN architecture overcome latency and scalability challenges for 4K/8K streaming compared to traditional CDNs? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
First of all, we would like to thank Bitfinex for collecting the questions that everyone is concerned about from the community. We also hope to share more information that you need. AIOZ DePIN utilises a globally distributed peer-to-peer network run by individuals. Content is stored and served at the edge, closer to end users, reducing last-mile latency. This improves geographical redundancy and resilience. AIOZ DePIN uses machine learning to predict demand patterns, pre-cache popular content, and dynamically optimise what nodes store and when they deliver it. The more demand — for example, for 8K streaming — the more devices join, scaling the network horizontally. At the same time, AIOZ tokens incentivise users to contribute storage, bandwidth, and compute power. Bitfinex:
Thank you. The second one is from Mr. Luiz: AIOZ combines DePIN, decentralised streaming, and AI, but competing projects are already making strong progress in each niche. What do you consider the most promising technical or adoption differentiator that could position AIOZ as a leader rather than just a supporting player in streaming, AI, and Web3 storage? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
This is a very good question, and it also drives the AIOZ Network team to constantly refine what our unique selling points are. AIOZ Network’s USP is its vertically integrated, unified architecture that enables native interoperability between decentralised storage, AI compute, and real-time media streaming — all on a single DePIN-powered protocol. Instead of outsourcing AI tasks like transcoding, content moderation, or personalised delivery to separate compute layers, AIOZ DePIN runs AI inference directly on the global AIOZ DePIN network. This enables real-time processing of 4K/8K video within the same infrastructure layer — with no external routing or latency penalties — offering true edge AI and streaming synergy, with lower costs and higher speed. Last but not least, AIOZ Network uses a single-token incentive model to reward contributions to storage, compute, and bandwidth. This lowers the barrier to entry and fosters stronger AIOZ DePIN participation and ecosystem cohesion through a simpler UX and easier onboarding for users, creators, and developers. Bitfinex:
Thank you. Last one from Mr. Azhar: How do tokenomics and reward mechanics in DePIN — storage, compute, and streaming — affect long-term sustainability? Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
AIOZ Network’s tokenomics is designed to maintain long-term stability and sustainability for DePIN operators. Tokens are used not only for rewards but also for payments and staking, creating organic demand across the ecosystem. The reward algorithm adapts to network growth, resource contributions — such as bandwidth, storage, and compute — and usage demand, ensuring fair compensation even during market downturns. As more data flows through AIOZ DePIN — whether for streaming, storage, or AI compute — operators benefit from multiple reward streams, increasing the network’s resilience and sustainability. Bitfinex:
Thank you, Michel. Once again, we thank you for joining us in this Telegram Takeover AMA. Remember, AIOZ will soon publish a post-AMA quiz with prizes for participants, so keep tuned! And to learn more about AIOZ, make sure to follow them on their official channels:

• Website: https://aioz.network
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/AIOZNetwork
• Telegram: https://t.me/AIOZNetwork
• Michel’s X: https://x.com/MichelCUI

Do you want to know more about AIONZ and Bitfinex? Read our blog post What is the AIOZ Network (AIOZ)?  Thank you once again! Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
Thanks for the interaction with Bitfinex today. Hopefully, more people can join me in the ecological construction of AIOZ Network. Bitfinex:
That concludes our AMA session. See you next time! Michel Cui (AIOZ Network):
See you next time. Have a nice day! The post AMA with AIOZ Network – Hosted by Bitfinex & BitFreedomGus appeared first on Bitfinex blog.