A16z has spearheaded a $15 million seed round investment in Poseidon, a novel decentralized data layer leveraging a story-based (IP) protocol. This full-stack solution aims to revolutionize how AI developers access and utilize data. According to The Block, Poseidon is built upon Story's innovative programmable IP layer and its robust, tamper-proof IP registry. This foundation ensures the legitimacy and provenance of trading data, providing AI models with reliable and verifiable information. Poseidon's approach addresses a critical need in the AI space: access to trusted datasets. By focusing on verifiable IP, Poseidon offers a significant step forward in building more trustworthy and effective AI systems. This investment highlights A16z's continued commitment to fostering innovation within the decentralized technology landscape and supporting projects that bridge the gap between Web3 and artificial intelligence. ```
