CESSNetwork

Weekly Highlights
Completed the adjustment of system parameters, such as token decimal places, after upgrading the Substrate framework for CESS Node, ensuring a seamless version upgrade and restoring the CESS chain to its pre-upgrade state.Upgraded the CESS go-sdk, updating some system properties, configuration parameters, and associated code examples. We also added a new feature for querying consensus node staking information.Fixed several issues encountered during testing of the new version of the blockchain browser, effectively improving the display of information.CESS participated as judges at the pitch competition during Tech Week NY, sharing insights on decentralized storage, CD²N, and CESS AI Gap.
Project Development Details
The CESS testnet has been updated to v0.7.6 and consists of a consensus node and a storage node. Consensus Node maintains the world state of the CESS network (by CESS Node) and serves as the “data authentication station” (by TEE Worker). Storage Node provides verifiable storage space and serves as the “data storage pool” in the CESS network.
Consensus Node [v0.7.6]
Completed the writing of documentation for TEE Worker and Intel SGX.Adjusted system parameters such as token decimal places after upgrading the Substrate framework for CESS Node.
2. Storage Node [v0.7.10]
Fixed an issue in the idle space proof module of storage nodes, which caused abnormal available space due to incorrect on-chain parameters.
CESS is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and Content Decentralized Delivery Network (CD²N) infrastructure for Web3. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives. The first of its kind, decentralized object storage services (DeOSS) by CESS has significantly contributed to the gradual enrichment and flourishing of the product ecosystem within the CESS network, online file sharing tool (DeShare), and public chain snapshot storage services have been incubated. The developments for this week are as follows:
Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS)
Improved the go-sdk developer guide by adding usage manuals for each module in the codebase and indexing them in the directory.Added a new feature in the go-sdk for querying consensus node staking information, further enhancing the functionality of the codebase.Updated some system properties, configuration parameters, and associated code examples in the go-sdk to be compatible with the latest version of the CESS chain.Upgraded DeOSS to be compatible with the latest version of the go-sdk and completed testing of all key functionalities.
Blockchain Explorer (Substats):
Fixed issues with the new version of the blockchain browser displaying inaccurate information about node numbers and storage capacity.Fixed issues with the new version of the blockchain browser not syncing the latest blocks from the CESS chain in a timely manner.
CESS Website (cess.cloud)
Completed testing of the backend management system for the DAO cloud mining activity and genesis node activity on the official website.Enhanced the homepage directory index and some key reference links in the official documentation to help users more accurately locate the target content.
Testnet
Overview:
130 days after the v0.7.6 testnet was launched. More details on CESS blockchain explorer. If you encounter any issues building a node, please seek assistance on CESS Discord.
29 consensus nodes10,501 storage nodes22.60 PiB verified storage space30.90 PiB total storage space
Event:
The miner reward event for the CESS testnet continued as storage and consensus miners can earn points by participating. The ongoing miner reward event in the CESS testnet incentivizes participation from storage and consensus miners, allowing them to earn points while contributing to the network’s growth and development.
Community Activities
CESS participated as judges at the pitch competition held at the PwC building in NY during tech week. CESS was thrilled to witness innovative ideas and groundbreaking projects. And shared more insights on CESS, decentralized storage, CD²N (Content Decentralized Delivery Network), CESS AI Gap, and more.

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Weekly Highlights
Completed a framework upgrade of the CESS Node, addressing issues where some benchmark cases failed post-upgrade.We optimized the data query permission management logic and cache refresh strategy for lightweight cache nodes, mitigating flooding attacks between nodes.We updated the go-sdk developer guide and the official CESS documentation, improving accessibility and user experience.CESS was invited by Genzio Media to participate in multiple events, including the Genzio WEB3 Social Roast, Cake & Taco Party, Media House at Consensus 2024, Marketers Brunch, and Founders BBQ.CESS sponsored the Duke Web3 Investor Series at Consensus 2024, collaborating with top institutions like Duke Fuqua and Duke Fuqua Blockchain Club to host hackathons and Web3 events, showcasing innovations in decentralized storage and CD²N.
Project Development Details
The CESS testnet has been updated to v0.7.6 and consists of a consensus node and a storage node. Consensus Node maintains the world state of the CESS network (by CESS Node) and serves as the “data authentication station” (by TEE Worker). Storage Node provides verifiable storage space and serves as the “data storage pool” in the CESS network.
Consensus Node [v0.7.6]
Fixed issues where some benchmark cases failed tests following a Substrate upgrade.Completed the deployment and testing of cross-chain contracts between the CESS chain and Ethereum.Upgraded the Dockerfile for CESS Node and resolved some deployment issues.Optimized the TEE Worker codebase by removing obsolete test units, and streamlining the code.Upgraded the intel-sgx-env image to the latest version to match the updated TEE Worker codebase.
CESS is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and Content Decentralized Delivery Network (CD²N) infrastructure for Web3. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives. The first of its kind, decentralized object storage services (DeOSS) by CESS has significantly contributed to the gradual enrichment and flourishing of the product ecosystem within the CESS network, online file sharing tool (DeShare), and public chain snapshot storage services have been incubated. The developments for this week are as follows:
Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS)
Optimized the data query and cache refresh strategies for lightweight cache nodes to mitigate flooding attacks.Updated the go-sdk developer guide with new explanations and code examples for functions within the codebase.
Blockchain Explorer (Substats):
Completed basic functionality tests for the new version of the blockchain browser.
CESS Website (cess.cloud)
Optimized the structure of the official CESS documentation, reorganizing content categories to facilitate easier navigation.Implemented a backend management system for the DAO cloud mining activity and genesis nodes on the official website to enhance user participation experiences.
Testnet
Overview:
123 days after the v0.7.6 testnet was launched. More details on CESS blockchain explorer. If you encounter any issues building a node, please seek assistance on CESS Discord.
28 consensus nodes10,058 storage nodes21.73 PiB verified storage space32.50 PiB total storage space
Event:
The miner reward event for the CESS testnet continued as storage and consensus miners can earn points by participating. The ongoing miner reward event in the CESS testnet incentivizes participation from storage and consensus miners, allowing them to earn points while contributing to the network’s growth and development.
Community Activities
CESS was invited to participate in several events hosted by Genzio Media, showcasing our commitment to engaging with the broader Web3 community. These events included the Genzio WEB3 Social Roast: Pro and Con Debate, where thought leaders discussed the pros and cons of Web3 technologies;

The Genzio Cake & Taco Party, a social gathering for networking and fun; The Genzio Media House at Consensus 2024, which provided a platform for media interactions and insights into the latest industry trends;

The Genzio Marketers Brunch focused on strategies for reaching the next billion users;

and the Genzio Founders BBQ, an informal meet-up for founders to share experiences and foster collaborations.

CESS sponsored the Duke Web3 Investor Series at Consensus 2024, collaborating closely with Duke Fuqua, Duke Fuqua Blockchain Club, and other top institutions to host hackathons and Web3 events.

Also, CESS participated at Consensus24 for the DePIN & AI Infra Meetup & C(S)hill with zkPass, where we explored the innovative technologies of decentralized storage and CD²N. Discover how CESS is revolutionizing the industry.

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CESS Introduction
CESS is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and Content Decentralized Delivery Network (CD²N) infrastructure for Web3. Users and creators alike use the platform for on-chain data sharing, whilst builders can develop and deploy DApps.
Offering the most optimal Web3 solution for storing and retrieving high-frequency dynamic data, CESS reshapes the value distribution and circulation of data assets whilst ensuring data sovereignty and user privacy. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives.
CESS network consists of four layers: Blockchain Layer, Distributed Storage Resource Layer , Distributed Content Delivery Layer, and Application Layer. CESS’s R²S consensus mechanism coordinates the network resources and network load, guarantees data security and integrity through proprietary technologies with data ownership protection, technologies such as Proof of Data Reduplication and Recovery (PoDR²), Multi-format Data Rights Confirmation (MDRC), and decentralized proxy re-encryption. CESS aims to be the first decentralized storage network that supports large-scale commercial applications.
CESS is also compatible with EVM and WASM, and the underlying development framework Substrate is also friendly to cross-chain applications. Its technology stack can support most Web3 applications and the development needs of enterprise-level applications.
Important Technological Deliveries
Blockchain Network:
Current testnet: v0.7.6 consists of consensus and storage nodes. Consensus nodes maintain the world state of the CESS network (by CESS Node) and serve as the “data authentication station” (by TEE Worker). Storage nodes provide verifiable storage space and serve as the “data storage pool” in the CESS network.
Consensus Nodes [v0.7.6]
Fixed the issue where the CESS Node reward query function failed to return valid reward amounts.Added a reservoir module to the CESS Node, allowing storage nodes to temporarily borrow tokens from the reservoir for staking.Added a health check function for container images during CESS Node deployment.Completed testing of various functional modules of the new version of CESS Node and TEE Worker.Fixed the issue of additional staking failures when the staker and transaction sender was not the same in the CESS Node staking module.Fixed the issue where expired TEE Workers were not properly cleaned up by the CESS Node.Refactored the TEE Worker codebase by removing all deprecated features and data structures, and reorganizing the key exchange module for better code structure and readability.Fixed hidden bugs and warnings in the TEE Worker codebase, improving overall program stability.Fixed the issue where the TEE Worker could not establish effective gRPC connections with storage nodes after the restart.Fixed the issue where idle space proof verification failed due to inconsistent algorithm library versions in TEE Worker.Optimized the TEE Worker registration and cleanup mechanism to prevent the program from failing to provide effective services promptly after the restart.Optimized the TEE Worker key sharing code logic to enhance security.Fixed the issue where the nodeadm program could not accurately recognize non-integer disk space sizes.Optimized the execution result of the nodeadm program’s staking withdrawal command, adding reminders for node exit status and operational suggestions.Optimized the TEE Worker codebase, refactoring some functional modules for easier maintenance and upgrades.Fixed errors caused by event withdrawal in TEE Worker and eliminated warning codes.
Storage Nodes [v0.7.10]
Fixed the issue of interrupted data transmission stream when receiving user files.Fixed the issue of not being able to effectively receive mining rewards.Upgraded the boot node p2p module to periodically push the discovered storage node list to the entire network, further improving node discovery efficiency.Optimized the status display command, adding reminders for reasons and operational suggestions when the node is in a frozen state.Fixed the issue where some storage nodes could not timely report user data storage status to the CESS chain.Added reminders when the program does not start normally, displaying the reasons for unsuccessful operation.Completed testing of various functional modules of the new version of storage nodes.
CESS is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and Content Decentralized Delivery Network (CD²N) infrastructure for Web3. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives. The first of its kind, decentralized object storage services (DeOSS) by CESS has significantly contributed to the gradual enrichment and flourishing of the product ecosystem within the CESS network, online file sharing tool (DeShare), and public chain snapshot storage services have been incubated. The developments for this month are as follows:
Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS)
Optimized the file upload logic, improving the handling of data transfer failures to increase the transmission success rate.Optimized the node selection module to prevent the issue of most storage nodes being blacklisted, which caused user data to fail to upload.Optimized the service discovery and neighbour node selection mechanism for lightweight cache nodes, enhancing communication efficiency between nodes.Completed the development of the lightweight cache module, supporting prioritized data download from cache nodes, and enabling data sharing between nodes and DeOSS.Fixed the issue of not being able to add newly discovered storage nodes to the available node resource list.Fixed the issue of failing to query on-chain data due to incomplete CESS chain block synchronization.Improved the interface usage instructions and readme documents of the DeOSS and go-sdk codebase.Upgraded the lightweight cache nodes to support more diverse data download functionalities.Added directory upload functionality to the lightweight CESS client, allowing users to package and upload entire directories to reduce space wastage.Introduced sub-file retrieval functionality for the lightweight CESS client, enabling users to retrieve specific sub-files within compressed directories.
Blockchain Explorer (Substats)
Added graphical display functions for account information and transfer data in the new version of the blockchain browser.Implemented query and display functions for the status and number of various CESS node types in the new blockchain browser.
Online File Sharing Tool (DeShare):
Fixed the issue where some email addresses failed to send file information.Updated the email used by DeShare to send emails to users to a dedicated DeShare email for easier user differentiation.
Technical Documentation and References
GitHub: https://github.com/CESSProject
WiKi: https://docs.cess.cloud/core/
CIPs: https://github.com/CESSProject/CIPs
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Weekly Highlights
TEE Worker codebase was refactored and optimized, improving the key sharing code logic and fixing various bugs and warnings, enhancing the program’s security and stability.A new feature was added to the lightweight CESS client nodes to support directory file packaging and retrieval, reducing extra data padding when users upload small files and improving space usage efficiency.The new version of the blockchain browser now includes graphical displays for account information, transaction data, node status, and node numbers, making it easier for users to manage their accounts, assets, and nodes.CESS had an incredible time at the PizzaDAO event in Washington, DC.CESS Global Ambassador Program is ongoing. Over 620 people have already applied.
Project Development Details
The CESS testnet has been updated to v0.7.6 and consists of a consensus node and a storage node. Consensus Node maintains the world state of the CESS network (by CESS Node) and serves as the “data authentication station” (by TEE Worker). Storage Node provides verifiable storage space and serves as the “data storage pool” in the CESS network.
Consensus Node [v0.7.6]
Optimized TEE Worker key sharing code logic to enhance security.Fixed hidden bugs and warnings in the TEE Worker codebase, improving overall program stability.Refactored the TEE Worker codebase, reorganizing the key exchange module for better code structure and readability.
CESS is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and Content Decentralized Delivery Network (CD²N) infrastructure for Web3. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives. The first of its kind, decentralized object storage services (DeOSS) by CESS has significantly contributed to the gradual enrichment and flourishing of the product ecosystem within the CESS network, online file sharing tool (DeShare), and public chain snapshot storage services have been incubated. The developments for this week are as follows:
Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS)
Upgraded lightweight cache nodes to support more diverse data download functionalities.Added directory upload functionality to the lightweight CESS client, allowing users to package and upload entire directories to reduce space wastage.Introduced sub-file retrieval functionality for the lightweight CESS client, enabling users to retrieve specific sub-files within compressed directories.Completed development of bucket management and space management modules for the lightweight CESS client.
Blockchain Explorer (Substats):
Added graphical display functions for account information and transferred data to the new version of the blockchain browser.Implemented query and display functions for the status and number of various CESS node types in the new blockchain browser.
CESS Website (cess.cloud)
Completed data migration and backup for the DAO cloud mining activity and genesis node activity backend, ensuring user data is not lost.
Testnet
Overview:
116 days after the v0.7.6 testnet was launched. More details on CESS blockchain explorer. If you encounter any issues building a node, please seek assistance on CESS Discord.
29 consensus nodes10,045 storage nodes21.10 PiB verified storage space31.80 PiB total storage space
Event:
The miner reward event for the CESS testnet continued as storage and consensus miners can earn points by participating. The ongoing miner reward event in the CESS testnet incentivizes participation from storage and consensus miners, allowing them to earn points while contributing to the network’s growth and development.
Community Activities
CESS had an incredible time at the PizzaDAO event in Washington, DC. The team enjoyed meeting new crypto enthusiasts, connecting with blockchain visionaries, and engaging in insightful discussions about the future of decentralized technology. It was a fantastic opportunity to share our vision and learn from the innovative ideas of others in the community.

CESS Global Ambassador Program is ongoing. Over 620 people have already applied. Join the CESS Global Ambassador Program now to enjoy multiple benefits. Please click on the article “CESS Global Ambassador Program: Applications are now open!” for more details.

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Weekly Highlights
Continuous optimization of CESS Node was conducted this week. New features include image health checks during node deployment and fixes for issues such as failed additional staking and timely clearing of inactive TEE Workers.Upgrades were made to the CESS lightweight caching nodes, optimizing communication mechanisms between nodes and adding data sharing functionality between cache nodes and nodes with DeOSS.Issues with DeShare, such as the inability to send user file information to certain types of email addresses, have been resolved. Users are invited to experience the updates and provide valuable feedback!CESS Ecosystem Growth Manager, Peter, participated in an AMA Session ‘AI x DePIN: the Great Convergence’ hosted by Stability World AI.CESS participated in the event co-hosted by EthDC and the Blockchain Association in Washington DC.CESS Co-founder, Joseph Li, participated in an AMA Session delving into the latest advancements and strategic initiatives hosted by SFT Protocol.
Project Development Details
The CESS testnet has been updated to v0.7.6 and consists of a consensus node and a storage node. Consensus Node maintains the world state of the CESS network (by CESS Node) and serves as the “data authentication station” (by TEE Worker). Storage Node provides verifiable storage space and serves as the “data storage pool” in the CESS network.
Consensus Node [v0.7.6]
Added health check functionality for container images during node deployment.Fixed an issue where additional staking failed when the staker was different from the transaction sender.Fixed the problem of not being able to clean up inactive TEE Workers promptly.
CESS is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and Content Decentralized Delivery Network (CD²N) infrastructure for Web3. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives. The first of its kind, decentralized object storage services (DeOSS) by CESS has significantly contributed to the gradual enrichment and flourishing of the product ecosystem within the CESS network, online file sharing tool (DeShare), and public chain snapshot storage services have been incubated. The developments for this week are as follows:
Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS)
Completed the upgrade of lightweight cache nodes to support data sharing between nodes and between nodes and DeOSS.Completed the development of the CESS lightweight client’s user data download function, supporting users in downloading data from cache nodes first.Optimized the service discovery and neighbor node selection mechanism of lightweight cache nodes, improving communication efficiency between nodes.
Online File Sharing Tool (DeShare):
Fixed the issue of failing to send file information to user emails for some users.Updated the email address used by DeShare to send emails to users, making it easier for users to differentiate.
Blockchain Explorer (Substats):
Completed the development of all functions of the backend service for the new version of the blockchain browser.
CESS Website (cess.cloud)
Fixed the issue of the new version of the DAO Cloud Mining Activity page not refreshing data when users log in.
Testnet
Overview:
109 days after the v0.7.6 testnet was launched. More details on CESS blockchain explorer. If you encounter any issues building a node, please seek assistance on CESS Discord.
31 consensus nodes10,149 storage nodes20.60 PiB verified storage space32.90 PiB total storage space
Event:
The miner reward event for the CESS testnet continued as storage and consensus miners can earn points by participating. The ongoing miner reward event in the CESS testnet incentivizes participation from storage and consensus miners, allowing them to earn points while contributing to the network’s growth and development.
Community Activities
CESS Ecosystem Growth Manager, Peter, was invited to participate in an AMA Session ‘AI x DePIN: the Great Convergence’ hosted by Stability World AI. Alongside pioneering projects TARS Protocol, OpSec, Unibase. These discussions have provided valuable perspectives that will inform CESS’s future transformative potential at the intersection of the DePin and AI sectors.

CESS participated in the event co-hosted by EthDC and the Blockchain Association in Washington DC, where they engaged in meaningful discussions about future innovations and collaborations in the Web3 space. This event provided an excellent opportunity for CESS to connect with industry leaders and explore potential partnerships to drive forward the development and adoption of decentralized technologies.

CESS Co-founder, Joseph Li, participated in an AMA Session delving into the latest advancements and strategic initiatives in the DePIN ecosystem with the CTO of SFT Protocol. This session provided valuable insights into the cutting-edge developments and future direction of decentralized physical infrastructure networks. Plus, there was an exciting chance to win 150 for those who joined and contributed to the conversation.

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CESS Builds a New Paradigm for Storage, Achieving Large-Scale Commercial Storage, Supporting High-Frequency Dynamic Data
The application and development of Web3 in various fields have become a focal point of discussion. Although the industry has different definitions of Web3, a common consensus is that Web3 gives users ownership and autonomy over their data. This shift is crucial as our lives and work become increasingly digitized, meaning that all human activities will soon be presented in the form of data flows, indicating that our various behaviors will be recorded as data, forming a vast and complex data ecosystem, which will be the underlying form of the Web3 industry and even the digital life of all mankind.
How to effectively store, manage, use, and share data resources, and how to truly unleash the value of data and enjoy its benefits, have become issues that enterprises and individuals are jointly facing. Web3 data solutions, with their emphasis on ownership, have become a means to realize the new data distribution relationship. Web3 data infrastructure providers like CESS (Cumulus Encrypted Storage System) have created a new ecosystem for data economics that is open, decentralized, permissionless and gives users control over their data sovereignty.
However, the Web3 data field still faces issues such as high data loss rates, low storage space utilization, restricted data usage such as slow retrieval speeds, limited data circulation and exchange, and lack of data privacy management. Among them, the most critical issue is the lack of effective solutions for large-scale commercial application storage in the Web3 industry, which will limit the realization of large-scale applications in the Web3 era from the infrastructure level, hindering the full arrival of the next era of the Internet.
This article will introduce CESS’s innovative decentralized object storage service DeOSS from the following perspectives, and how it solves the problems faced by the data storage field.
Analysis of the technical principles of decentralized object storage service DeOSSComparative analysis of the performance, security, and cost of “DeOSS” and “OSS” servicesDeOSS application scenarios and product usage guidelines
Why do we need the Decentralized Object Storage Service?
With the increasing demand for large-scale commercial storage, the vast amount of unstructured data generated by each user in their digital lives, such as images, videos, and log files, has become the primary data type for enterprises and individuals. Object Storage Service (OSS) has emerged to address this need. Object storage is a storage and management technology designed for unstructured data, providing large-scale, scalable, and cost-effective storage services. Amazon S3 is a well-known example of an object storage service in the industry. However, current OSS services are centralized, leading to issues such as data sovereignty loss, vulnerability to data leaks, digital identity risks, and data being sold to third parties.
Meanwhile, with the rapid development of Web3 applications, especially Dapps that rely on real-time data streams, there is a need for fast and effective processing and storage of high-frequency dynamic data to ensure application responsiveness and user experience. Additionally, the new generation of the internet places higher demands on data storage security, privacy, and data ownership, prompting the storage industry to explore more efficient, secure, and scalable solutions.
In response to the above storage problems and demands, CESS has pioneered the decentralized object storage service DeOSS. CESS aims to provide reliable support for unstructured data, high-frequency dynamic data, and large-scale commercial storage through decentralized technology and innovative storage protocols. This will not only promote the healthy development of the Web3 ecosystem but also provide users with better services, driving forward the new era of data-driven development. DeOSS can not only meet enterprise-level unstructured data storage needs but also provide high-security, scalable, and privacy-managed high-performance storage services for enterprises.
Understanding Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS)
Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS) is a decentralized object-based massive storage service that provides low-cost, secure, and scalable distributed data storage services for the web3 domain.
Both individuals and businesses can leverage OSS to securely store, administer and safeguard data, such as NFT images and videos, DAPP user data, Defi programs, and more. Based on blockchain technology, DeOSS effectively utilizes idle online storage resources and builds a huge distributed storage network.
The purpose of DeOSS is to restore data autonomy to its rightful proprietor, rather than a centralized authority. DeOSS follows the Apache2.0 open-source protocol, allowing anyone to deploy anywhere and access files stored around the world at the same time.
Product Introduction
Product Principle
DeOSS will provide a standard storage method to achieve basic storage functions, such as creating wallets, receiving tokens, purchase space, and authorize space through the blockchain browser with access restrictions, uploading, downloading, deleting, and sharing files with access restrictions, as well as user operation restrictions.

Specifically, user data is stored in the bucket. In the process of using DeOSS to store data, you need to create a storage container first, specify attributes such as region, access permissions, and storage type. The data is then uploaded to the storage container as an object, with each object containing the file (Data), metadata (Metadata), and file name (Key) as its unique identifier.
The storage space inside DeOSS is flat, without a file directory hierarchy. Therefore, data objects belong directly to their corresponding storage space. Enterprises can choose to build their gateway for external access, or use existing gateways. In this way, when users access through the domain name, the DeOSS gateway will forward the user’s request to the corresponding storage service.
Product Features
Decentralization: DeOSS is a decentralized object storage service in the CESS decentralized network, supporting secure HTTPS encryption for online data transmission, ensuring data security and privacy during transmission and storage.High Scalability: Each account can manage up to 1000 buckets, and each bucket has no space limit, providing massive storage capacity.Data Ownership: You have control over your data and its ownership, can choose private storage, share with specific individuals, or make it completely public, and have the ability to delete data without interference.Anti-censorship: Any user can control their own data according to the protocol, avoiding interference from other entities.Millisecond Data Retrieval: Supports real-time online data sharing and flexible file management.

What does DeOSS store?
DeOSS is suitable for storing high-definition images, audio, videos, backup files, etc., in websites and applications, as well as files in various DApp and cloud storage applications.
Who is DeOSS suitable for?
DApp, NFT, and Web3 application developers, SocialFi developers, and users with large-scale data storage needs.
If you are a non-developer user, you can experience DeOSS by visiting the CESS official website.If you are a developer, you can experience DeOSS through HTTP requests. (Join link: https://www.cess.cloud/deoss.html)
System Architecture
Unlike mainstream distributed system architectures, DeOSS has achieved a high degree of integration with the CESS blockchain, forming a unique open and decentralized distributed object storage system that diverges from the mainstream distributed system architecture at the bottom layer. The system architecture is divided into four layers, as shown in the figure below: application,service interface, blockchain, and storage service. The application layer provides users with interactive and friendly data management services. The interface layer functions as the middleware between the application layer and the blockchain layer, enabling OSS to provide object storage services for countless custom applications and realize the opening of service functions.

Blockchain Layer
At the core of DeOSS architecture, the blockchain layer connects the scheduler, storage miners, and user applications to provide the essential functions of file metadata management, user storage space management, scheduling, and storage miner account management. The blockchain layer is built atop the CESS chain as the infrastructure that adopts the self-developed consensus algorithm R²S (For a detailed explanation, refer to the article “Detailed Explanation of CESS Mechanism (2): Blockchain Layer and the Random Rotational Selection (R²S) Consensus Mechanism”). DeOSS also has flexible storage expansion capabilities, where all eligible accounts can apply to become a scheduling node or storage miner providing services for DeOSS in exchange for rewards.
Application Layer Services
The DeOSS service interface layer implements the modular encapsulation of commonly used code bases, so the application layer only needs to implement a small number of interfaces to provide complete object storage services. The service architecture of the DeOSS application layer is shown in the figure below. At present, DeOSS provides two application modes: the Go client mode based on the command line, and the server mode based on the Gin framework. Both can quickly start the service with a simple configuration. Users can also add functional module interfaces according to their needs without concerns about the intricacies of the internal code.

Application layer
The DeOSS application service has a three-tier architecture.
The network connection layer provides the upper layer with basic services such as user interaction, data object transmission, and on-chain function calls.The internal service layer processes user data files from the interactive layer that provides preprocessing such as data confirmation, file fragmentation and redundancy, and file declaration, and submits the processed content to the scheduler for scheduling; processing comes from the chain and storage.The miner data is displayed to the user through the interactive layer, forming a complete service closed loop.
It also provides additional service support such as data encryption and decryption, and system logs.
The file transfer protocol
DeOSS adopts the TCP protocol as the underlying reliable communication protocol and establishes a safe and reliable file transfer mechanism. The file transfer protocol is shown below. When the service layer of the application initiates a file sending or receiving request, it first establishes a TCP connection with the receiver/sender and then establishes a file segment byte stream transmission channel through the handshake mechanism of the DeOSS file transfer protocol.

DeOSS vs OSS
DeOSS is a new type of storage service based on the CESS blockchain. In addition to having the advantages of existing object storage products on the market (such as high reliability, easy expansion, low cost, high security, etc.), DeOSS also has decentralization, attribution to users, and other advantages. The current traditional OSS products, such as Amazon and Alibaba Cloud’s OSS, are all centralized storage. When users use OSS storage services, they entrust their data to a third party, and there are risks of supervision and monopoly. The data uploaded by users through DeOSS is based on the CESS blockchain technology to achieve decentralized storage, and the ownership of the data belongs to the users. Users can authorize certain applications to use through DeOSS. Of course, these applications cannot control the data authorized by users.
The following is a detailed comparison between DeOSS and OSS:

The comparison above shows that DeOSS not only has the advantages of current object storage (OSS) products in terms of storage performance, cost, etc., but also has the decentralized nature of DeOSS, which breaks the constraints of previous storage services in terms of security, data ownership, and efficiency. This is precisely the problem that enterprise-level big data storage urgently needs to solve.
DeOSS Use Scenarios
In traditional application fields, decentralized object cloud storage like DeOSS can enter the business scope of commercial clouds, such as Amazon Cloud and Google Cloud. Through DeOSS, enterprises and individuals can provide all categories of cloud storage services to meet various use cases, including but not limited to:
Distributed File Systems — Distributed file storage can be used not only for personal user backup and sharing, but also to provide large-scale commercial storage services for enterprises.
Social Media — With its efficient, secure, scalable, and large-scale storage features, DeOSS meets the needs of social applications for secure storage, real-time updates, and user data sovereignty.
Streaming Media Applications — DeOSS provides the best solution for the creation, storage, and streaming transmission of large files such as high-definition images, audio, and video.
Data Trading Markets — DeOSS supports the monetization and circulation of data value, providing a foundation for the establishment of data trading markets.
Blockchain Data Availability Layer — DeOSS can provide low-cost, trustless, and highly available storage for block data and state data of Layer 1, as well as transaction data in Layer 2 rollup solutions.
Creator Platforms — DeOSS integrates decentralized storage networks and content delivery networks, meeting the needs of creator platforms for establishing and tracing data copyrights.
Data Lakes — DeOSS is suitable for storing, processing, and protecting large amounts of data, helping enterprises reduce costs, manage data, and use AI.
Biological Data — DeOSS supports multi-type data authorization and tracing, provides massive storage, and efficient retrieval, solving the problems faced by biological data, such as huge quantities, rapid growth, wide-ranging and complex sources, and difficulty in standardization and structuring.
Experience DeOSS Now
In the process of the Web3 revolutionary construction and innovation, new data infrastructure architectures and data circulation mechanisms are gradually forming, creating an economic system for data element authorization, circulation, and transactions. It is expected to promote the transformation of Internet business models and value distribution models, accelerate the development and innovation of the digital economy.
The innovative decentralized object storage service DeOSS provided by CESS will become one of the important products and services driving this process. DeOSS products not only have the advantages of current object storage products on the market, such as high reliability, scalability, low cost, and high security, but also have the advantages of decentralization, data ownership belonging to users, and resistance to censorship.
Dear partners, we sincerely invite you to experience and use DeOSS products! DeOSS features can be used after source code editing and deployment. For beginners, please refer to the link below: https://docs.cess.cloud/deoss/
Finally, if you encounter any problems during use, please feel free to contact us. We eagerly look forward to working with global partners to contribute to the construction of decentralized storage + CD²N for the next generation of the Internet of Value!
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Weekly Highlights
Significant optimizations were made to the TEE Worker codebase, including refactoring certain modules and resolution of anomalies to facilitate future online upgrades and maintenance.Added user prompts for storage nodes when the program fails to start properly, aiding users in understanding the reasons for unsuccessful execution.Completed testing of the new versions of CESS Node, TEE Worker, and storage nodes, along with synchronous upgrades to DeOSS. The CESS storage network is poised for a new phase of development!Explore the vibrant array of CESS’s May events, from the ETH DC, DC Blockchain Summit 2024, to the London Blockchain Conference, and the Consensus2024.CESS Co-Founder, Joseph Li, participated in a space event ‘How does Web3 drive AI model training?’ hosted by PublicAI.
Project Development Details
The CESS testnet has been updated to v0.7.6 and consists of a consensus node and a storage node. Consensus Node maintains the world state of the CESS network (by CESS Node) and serves as the “data authentication station” (by TEE Worker). Storage Node provides verifiable storage space and serves as the “data storage pool” in the CESS network.
Consensus Node [v0.7.6]
CESS Node added a reservoir module, allowing storage nodes to temporarily borrow tokens from the reservoir for staking.Completed testing of the new versions of CESS Node and TEE Worker functionalities.Optimized TEE Worker codebase by refactoring certain modules, facilitating future maintenance and upgrades.Fixed an issue with TEE Worker event retraction, resolving warnings in the problematic code.
2. Storage Node [v0.7.10]
Renamed the storage node program and its related code repository from “bucket” to “cess-miner” for better user differentiation.Added user prompts for when the storage node program fails to start properly, helping users understand the reasons for unsuccessful runs.Completed testing of the new version of storage nodes’ functionalities.
CESS is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and content delivery network (CDN) infrastructure for Web3. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives. The first of its kind, decentralized object storage services (DeOSS) by CESS has significantly contributed to the gradual enrichment and flourishing of the product ecosystem within the CESS network, online file sharing tool (DeShare), and public chain snapshot storage services have been incubated. The developments for this week are as follows:
Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS)
Added detailed usage documentation for all interfaces in the go-sdk code repository.Completed the development of the main features of the lightweight cache client, providing users with more diversified data upload and download services.
CESS Website (cess.cloud)
Completed the development and testing of all functionalities of the new version of the DAO Cloud Mining Activity Points Mechanism.
Testnet
Overview:
102 days after the v0.7.6 testnet was launched. More details on CESS blockchain explorer. If you encounter any issues building a node, please seek assistance on CESS Discord.
33 consensus nodes10,628 storage nodes20.10 PiB verified storage space34.10 PiB total storage space
Event:
The miner reward event for the CESS testnet continued as storage and consensus miners can earn points by participating. The ongoing miner reward event in the CESS testnet incentivizes participation from storage and consensus miners, allowing them to earn points while contributing to the network’s growth and development.
Community Activities
In May, CESS is joining key blockchain events worldwide. From ETH DC on May 14 in Washington DC, and even delving into the DC Blockchain Summit 2024 on May 15, as well as the London Blockchain Conference from May 21–23, and Consensus2024 from May 29–31 in Texas, Austin.

CESS Co-Founder, Joseph Li, was invited to participate in a space event ‘How does Web3 drive AI model training?’ hosted by PublicAI. Alongside pioneering projects io.net, Nimble Network, and 0G Labs. These discussions have provided valuable perspectives that will inform CESS’s future development and strategy in the Web3 and AI sectors.

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Weekly Highlights
Optimization and upgrade of TEE Worker to fix idle space proof verification failures and improve program exit and termination mechanisms to prevent resource waste.Optimization of storage node’s user data storage process, fixing issues with some nodes not reporting storage status in time, reducing the time for user data to be stored persistently.Fixes for DeOSS, including refreshing the list of available storage nodes and issues with node operation due to incomplete block data synchronization.CESS was honored to partner with Stability World AI.CESS celebrates the launch of live trading for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in Hong Kong, a major step towards digital asset adoption.
Project Development Details
The CESS testnet has been updated to v0.7.6 and consists of a consensus node and a storage node. Consensus Node maintains the world state of the CESS network (by CESS Node) and serves as the “data authentication station” (by TEE Worker). Storage Node provides verifiable storage space and serves as the “data storage pool” in the CESS network.
Consensus Node [v0.7.6]
Fixed TEE Worker’s idle space proof verification failure due to inconsistent algorithm library versions.Fixed nodeadm program’s inability to accurately identify non-integer disk space sizes.Optimized nodeadm program’s handling of unstaking commands, adding node exit status and operational advice prompts.Optimized TEE Worker registration and cleanup mechanisms to prevent delays in providing effective services after program restarts.
2. Storage Node [v0.7.10]
Optimized storage node status display command, adding reminders for the causes and operational suggestions when nodes are frozen.Fixed issues with some storage nodes not promptly reporting user data storage status to the CESS chain.
CESS is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and content delivery network (CDN) infrastructure for Web3. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives. The first of its kind, decentralized object storage services (DeOSS) by CESS has significantly contributed to the gradual enrichment and flourishing of the product ecosystem within the CESS network, online file sharing tool (DeShare), and public chain snapshot storage services have been incubated. The developments for this week are as follows:
Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS)
Fixed the issue where DeOSS could not add newly discovered storage nodes to the list of available node resources.Fixed the issue where DeOSS could not query on-chain data due to incomplete CESS chain block synchronization.Improved interface usage reminders and readme documentation for DeOSS and go-sdk code libraries.
CESS Website (cess.cloud)
Completed the development of the backend service module for the new version of the DAO cloud mining activity points mechanism.
Testnet
Overview:
95 days after the v0.7.6 testnet was launched. More details on CESS blockchain explorer. If you encounter any issues building a node, please seek assistance on CESS Discord.
31 consensus nodes10,628 storage nodes19.50 PiB verified storage space34.70 PiB total storage space
Event:
The miner reward event for the CESS testnet continued as storage and consensus miners can earn points by participating. The ongoing miner reward event in the CESS testnet incentivizes participation from storage and consensus miners, allowing them to earn points while contributing to the network’s growth and development.
Community Activities
CESS announced partnerships with Stability World AI, a next-gen Generative AI platform for content creation that empowers users to generate stunning images, videos, and more. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in our journey to revolutionize the #Web3 data economy.

CESS celebrates the launch of live trading for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in Hong Kong, a major step towards digital asset adoption. Excited about how these advances can integrate blockchain into global finance, CESS is committed to using its Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS) to drive large-scale crypto tech applications in the industry!

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Weekly Highlights
Fixed the issue with CESS Node and storage node mining rewards, ensuring effective querying and claiming, thereby safeguarding basic mining revenue for nodes.Further optimized the node discovery mechanism in the CESS distributed storage layer’s p2p network, applied to the latest versions of storage nodes and DeOSS, enhancing data query and exchange efficiency between nodes.Completed the development of a lightweight caching module, capable of independent operation, providing data caching and download services to users.CESS Co-Founder, Joseph Li, was invited to participate in the AMA “How Privacy and Data Sovereignty Shape AI Development” hosted by Match Chain.CESS Testnet v0.7.6 Surpasses 10,000 Nodes Milestone!
Project Development Details
The CESS testnet has been updated to v0.7.6 and consists of a consensus node and a storage node. Consensus Node maintains the world state of the CESS network (by CESS Node) and serves as the “data authentication station” (by TEE Worker). Storage Node provides verifiable storage space and serves as the “data storage pool” in the CESS network.
Consensus Node [v0.7.6]
Fixed the issue where the CESS Node reward query function failed to return valid reward amounts.Streamlined the TEE Worker codebase, removing all deprecated features and data structures.Fixed the issue where TEE Worker failed to establish effective gRPC connections with storage nodes after restart.
2. Storage Node [v0.7.10]
Fixed data transmission interruptions when storage nodes receive user files.Fixed the issue where storage nodes were unable to claim mining rewards effectively.Upgraded the boot node’s p2p module to periodically broadcast the list of discovered storage nodes to the entire network, further enhancing node discovery efficiency.
CESS is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and content delivery network (CDN) infrastructure for Web3. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives. The first of its kind, decentralized object storage services (DeOSS) by CESS has significantly contributed to the gradual enrichment and flourishing of the product ecosystem within the CESS network, online file sharing tool (DeShare), and public chain snapshot storage services have been incubated. The developments for this week are as follows:
Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS)
Optimized DeOSS user file upload logic and improved methods for handling data transmission failures, effectively increasing transmission success rates.Enhanced the DeOSS node selection module to prevent issues where user data uploads were obstructed due to the majority of storage nodes being blacklisted.Completed the development of a lightweight DeOSS caching module, which independently provides caching download services to users.
CESS Website (cess.cloud)
Completed the frontend development of the new version of the DAO Cloud Mining activity page, offering more benefits to users who purchase nodes first.
Testnet
Overview:
88 days after the v0.7.6 testnet was launched. More details on CESS blockchain explorer. If you encounter any issues building a node, please seek assistance on CESS Discord.
28 consensus nodes10,817 storage nodes18.50 PiB verified storage space36.00 PiB total storage space
Event:
The miner reward event for the CESS testnet continued as storage and consensus miners can earn points by participating. The ongoing miner reward event in the CESS testnet incentivizes participation from storage and consensus miners, allowing them to earn points while contributing to the network’s growth and development.
Community Activities
CESS Co-Founder, Joseph Li, was invited to participate in the AMA “How Privacy and Data Sovereignty Shape AI Development” hosted by Match Chain. With ClutchPlay AI, the session provided valuable insights into this crucial topic. Joseph shared insights into CESS’s innovative approach to data privacy and sovereignty in AI development, highlighting the importance of these principles in building trust and ensuring user control over their data. The discussion delved into various topics, including the challenges of balancing privacy with AI advancement, the role of decentralized storage in enhancing data security, and the future implications for AI technology.

CESS Testnet v0.7.6 has exceeded 10,000 nodes, marking a significant milestone in the network’s growth and resilience. This milestone underscores the robustness and scalability of the CESS network, positioning it as a leading decentralized cloud storage solution. To celebrate this achievement, the CESS community and dedicated miners participated in a special retweet giveaway, further highlighting the community’s enthusiasm and engagement. Users can explore more details on the CESS Substats Blockchain Explorer: https://substats.cess.cloud.

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CESS Introduction
CESS (Cumulus Encrypted Storage System) is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and content delivery network (CDN) infrastructure for Web3. Users and creators alike use the platform for on-chain data sharing, whilst builders can develop and deploy DApps.
Offering the most optimal Web3 solution for storing and retrieving high-frequency dynamic data, CESS reshapes the value distribution and circulation of data assets whilst ensuring data sovereignty and user privacy. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives.
CESS network consists of four layers: Blockchain Layer, Distributed Storage Resource Layer , Distributed Content Delivery Layer, and Application Layer. CESS’s R²S consensus mechanism coordinates the network resources and network load, guarantees data security and integrity through proprietary technologies with data ownership protection, technologies such as Proof of Data Reduplication and Recovery (PoDR²), Multi-format Data Rights Confirmation (MDRC), and decentralized proxy re-encryption. CESS aims to be the first decentralized storage network that supports large-scale commercial applications.
CESS is also compatible with EVM and WASM, and the underlying development framework Substrate is also friendly to cross-chain applications. Its technology stack can support most Web3 applications and the development needs of enterprise-level applications.
Important Technological Deliveries
Blockchain Network:
Current testnet: v0.7.6 consists of consensus and storage nodes. Consensus nodes maintain the world state of the CESS network (by CESS Node) and serve as the “data authentication station” (by TEE Worker). Storage nodes provide verifiable storage space and serve as the “data storage pool” in the CESS network.
Consensus Nodes [v0.7.6]
CESS Node has added the function of agent space authorization, making it easier for users to use storage space.Completed the unified management of idle space proof parameters by CESS Node to ensure the consistency of algorithm versions across the network.Completed the deployment test of smart contracts in the CESS Node EVM module.Completed testing of the new version of the node reward distribution mechanism in CESS Node.Fixed the issue of TEE Worker restarting due to an exception triggered by incorrect request parameters.Upgraded the TEE Worker idle space verification module to filter out malicious verification requests.Upgraded the error propagation mechanism in the TEE Worker idle space proof module for more robust program operation.Fixed the issue of TEE Worker being unable to provide services normally after restarting.
Storage Nodes [v0.7.10]
Fixed the issue of inability to connect to RPC nodes and Boot Node nodes.Fixed the issue of unexpected request disconnection when authenticating idle space.Added transaction error event parsing function to output the reason for transaction failure more accurately.Upgraded the P2P module to reduce the number of network connections when running node discovery services.Optimized the storage node p2p node discovery service, adding node message subscription mechanism to improve node discovery efficiency.Fixed the issue of storage nodes failing to find other nodes using the DHT Table due to PeerId decoding errors.Optimized the user file reception module to reject receiving user files when the node cannot communicate with the CESS chain to prevent invalid transfers.Upgraded the go-p2p library to support customizable functionality extensions for the data reading and writing module between nodes.Fixed the data transmission module in the go-p2p library, solving the problem of inability to exit normally after completing the reading and writing of the last data block.
CESS is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and content delivery network (CDN) infrastructure for Web3. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives. The first of its kind, decentralized object storage services (DeOSS) by CESS has significantly contributed to the gradual enrichment and flourishing of the product ecosystem within the CESS network, online file sharing tool (DeShare), and public chain snapshot storage services have been incubated. The developments for this month are as follows:
Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS)
Completed testing of the DeOSS and go-sdk large file breakpoint resume module.Added go-sdk storage data scheduling module to enable developers to build customizable data scheduling strategies through the SDK.Added go-sdk cache module to support developers in building data upload or download caches.Added data cache management module, which will regularly clear inactive user data to ensure disk resource utilization.Added node management module to automatically collect communication and reputable storage nodes for uploading or downloading data.Upgraded P2P network node discovery service to reduce the number of connections while improving node discovery efficiency.Optimized the cache service to automatically clear the least recently accessed user files when the cache usage exceeds 80%.Upgraded the user file scheduling module to support uploading files using a user-specified list of storage nodes.Fixed the issue of the node selection module failing to access specific storage nodes based on IP information.Added configuration and parsing functions for the cache module and node selection module, allowing users to manage these modules more finely.Optimized the processing logic of cache files to manage a wider range of user data caches for expanded use cases.Upgraded the cache management module to add a series of cache entry handling methods, allowing developers to use the cache more flexibly.Upgraded data scheduling strategy to make data more evenly and dispersedly scheduled to adjacent storage nodes.
Blockchain Explorer (Substats)
Completed the development of the frontend main display pages for the new version of the blockchain browser.
CESS Website (cess.cloud)
Added a custom RPC node function to the simplified payment verification（SPV）wallet, allowing users to select the best node to ensure smooth transaction execution.Fixed the issue of unstable RPC connections in the simplified payment verification（SPV）wallet.Fixed the faucet page’s inability to connect to RPC nodes, causing users to be unable to claim CESS test coins.
Technical Documentation and References
GitHub: https://github.com/CESSProject
WiKi: https://docs.cess.cloud/core/
CIPs: https://github.com/CESSProject/CIPs
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Dubai has recently become a key hotspot, hosting a series of Web3 and cryptocurrency events, attracting industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts to explore the latest developments in blockchain and decentralized technology.
Starting from mid-April, a series of industry conferences and events drew a large number of attendees. However, heavy rainfall and flooding became another buzzword for those in Dubai. By last Tuesday evening, Dubai’s rainfall had surpassed 142 millimeters, exceeding the city’s annual average of 94.7 millimeters. Rain is not typically associated with the desert city, and Dubai’s drainage issues are apparent.
Despite some unexpected weather challenges that disrupted a few events, the excitement and enthusiasm for Web3 and crypto remained undeterred. Attendees had the opportunity to network with leading industry figures, participate in panel discussions, and explore new business ventures in the ever-evolving crypto landscape.
While in Dubai, the CESS team sponsored, hosted, and participated in a series of events, taking the opportunity to interact with industry leaders, join keynote speeches and panel discussions and explore new business opportunities in the ever-evolving crypto world. Here’s a recap of the exciting activities they were involved in:
Web3 Summit Dubai
CESS made a significant impact at the Web3 Summit Dubai as both a sponsor and an active participant. This event provided a premier gathering for the blockchain community, offering a unique platform to engage, learn, and share the latest developments in Web3 technology. On April 16th, we jumped into the first day’s activities with enthusiasm, engaging in meaningful conversations with industry leaders and innovators about the most recent breakthroughs in the blockchain space. During this event, CESS Co-Founder Nicholas delivered a compelling speech on “How CESS Empowers Enterprises and AI on Web3,” outlining CESS’s role in driving innovation and its vision for the future.

Disrupt with DePIN
On April 19th, CESS was honored to sponsor and participate in “Disrupt with DePIN” at Token 2049 Dubai. This event delved into cutting-edge blockchain innovations, providing an excellent opportunity for networking with peers and sharing insights, showcasing CESS’s commitment to the decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) ecosystem. Through these connections, we gained valuable perspectives and expanded our network within the blockchain community.

Meme Night
With a casual setting and a light-hearted theme, the “Meme Night Cocktail Reception” was a great success, encouraging networking and fostering connections among attendees. This laid-back event complemented the more formal conferences and meetings, offering a unique opportunity to socialize and share insights in a relaxed environment. By sponsoring this event, CESS continued to support the wider blockchain community, reinforcing its commitment to fostering engagement and collaboration within the decentralized technology sector.

Night of 2049 Token EVE
Moreover, CESS was at the forefront of organizing events in Dubai. We co-hosted “The Night of 2049 Token EVE” with esteemed partners OOKC Labs and Port3 Network.
During the event, CESS engaged in deep and meaningful discussions with many participants, exploring new partnership opportunities and identifying common goals in the decentralized technology landscape. These interactions laid the groundwork for potential future collaborations, allowing us to share our expertise in scalable decentralized storage and CDN infrastructure. By connecting with a diverse range of projects, we aim to provide robust solutions that meet the evolving needs of the Web3 community. This collaborative approach not only enhances CESS’s industry presence but also contributes to the broader ecosystem’s growth and sustainability.

Duke Web3 Investor Soirée
Additionally, CESS was actively involved in other key events, including CESS Co-founder & COO Jessie’s participation in the Duke Web3 Investor Soirée by Ga³in Ventures. CESS’s collaboration with Duke University has been several years, highlighting our commitment to engaging with international academic institutions to foster talent in the Web3 space. Through these partnerships, CESS aims to cultivate a new generation of skilled professionals equipped to contribute to the development of the data value network. This joint effort reflects CESS’s dedication to building bridges between academia and industry, encouraging knowledge exchange, and driving innovation in the field of decentralized technology. By working closely with renowned universities like Duke, CESS demonstrates the vision for a collaborative future in which academic expertise plays a vital role in advancing the Web3 ecosystem.

Bull City Blockchain Battle
Not only Duke Web3 Investor Soirée, but we also had a chance to host the Bull City Blockchain Battle-Duke Web3 Pitch Competition & VC Networking event in Dubai as well, solidifying our commitment to driving innovation in the blockchain space.
This event brought together some of the brightest minds from Duke University, Stanford University and the broader blockchain community. As part of our ongoing partnership with Duke University, we’re thrilled to be part of this innovative gathering, where emerging projects pitch their ideas to a panel of industry experts and venture capitalists. It’s a unique platform for CESS to engage with startups, share our insights, and identify new opportunities for collaboration. By participating, we are contributing to the growth and evolution of the Web3 ecosystem and reinforcing our role as a key player in the decentralized storage and CDN infrastructure sectors.

ThreeDAO Creator Camp S2
Looking ahead, we also joined the ThreeDAO Creator Camp, a dynamic platform that brought together creators and innovators to explore the intersection of narrative and consensus in the Web3 realm.

And more events like “Exploring AI and Decentralized Governance”, “WBS Summit” and so on. In the course of participating in these events, CESS engaged with numerous attendees, fostering meaningful connections and discussions about the evolving landscape of AI, decentralized governance, and blockchain technology. Through active participation and sponsorship, CESS demonstrated its commitment to innovation and collaboration within the Web3 community, contributing valuable insights and sharing its expertise on decentralized storage and content delivery networks. By engaging with industry leaders, influencers, and innovators, CESS helped shape the conversation around the future of decentralized technology, solidifying the role as a key player in the DePIN sector.
Conclusion
In this recap of the Dubai series of events, CESS demonstrated its innovation and forward-thinking in the Web3 and decentralized storage space. Despite unexpected challenges brought by the heavy rains, CESS showcased its resilience and adaptability. Through our active participation in various events, we not only highlighted our cutting-edge technology and products but also made meaningful contributions by engaging with industry peers and leaders.
CESS’s involvement went beyond just showcasing — it was about driving the growth of the entire Web3 ecosystem. We will continue to strive for a solid foundation for decentralized storage and content delivery, while also exploring the convergence of blockchain and artificial intelligence. CESS looks forward to collaborating with more partners to advance this ever-evolving field.
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Weekly Highlights
Completed testing for the new version of CESS Node, and it is expected to be ready for use shortly.Upgraded the storage node’s go-p2p module to fix issues with the data transfer process and added support for customizable functionality in the data read/write module to facilitate application expansion.Optimized the DeOSS caching module to meet a wider range of data caching needs and upgraded the data scheduling strategy for more events and distributed data transmission to adjacent storage nodes.CESS sponsored and co-hosted a series of events in Dubai, joining with numerous participants, enthusiasts, and contributors at this crypto industry gathering to showcase innovative decentralized storage and CDN technology in the DePIN realm.
Project Development Details
The CESS testnet has been updated to v0.7.6 and consists of a consensus node and a storage node. Consensus Node maintains the world state of the CESS network (by CESS Node) and serves as the “data authentication station” (by TEE Worker). Storage Node provides verifiable storage space and serves as the “data storage pool” in the CESS network.
Consensus Node [v0.7.6]
Completed testing of the CESS Node EVM module’s basic smart contract functionality.Tested the reward distribution mechanism for the new version of CESS Node.Tested user-agent authorization of DeOSS functionality in CESS Node.
2. Storage Node [v0.7.10]
Upgraded the go-p2p library to support customizable functionality extensions in the data read/write module.Fixed an issue in the go-p2p library’s data transmission module where it would not exit properly after completing the read/write of the last data block.
CESS is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and content delivery network (CDN) infrastructure for Web3. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives. The first of its kind, decentralized object storage services (DeOSS) by CESS has significantly contributed to the gradual enrichment and flourishing of the product ecosystem within the CESS network, online file sharing tool (DeShare), and public chain snapshot storage services have been incubated. The developments for this week are as follows:
Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS)
Optimized DeOSS’s handling of cached files to manage a wider range of user data caching types.Upgraded the DeOSS cache management module to provide developers with more flexible cache usage.Upgraded the DeOSS data scheduling strategy for more even and distributed data scheduling to adjacent storage nodes.
CESS Website (cess.cloud)
Refactored the CESS storage network data monitoring program to align with Substats for consistent data display on the official website.
Blockchain Explorer (Substats):
Completed the development of the frontend main display pages for the new version of blockchain explorer.
Testnet
Overview:
The number of storage nodes has exceeded 10,000. 81 days after the v0.7.6 testnet was launched. More details on CESS blockchain explorer. If you encounter any issues building a node, please seek assistance on CESS Discord.
28 consensus nodes10,143 storage nodes17.00 PiB verified storage space37.09 PiB total storage space
Event:
The miner reward event for the CESS testnet continued as storage and consensus miners can earn points by participating. The ongoing miner reward event in the CESS testnet incentivizes participation from storage and consensus miners, allowing them to earn points while contributing to the network’s growth and development.
Community Activities
CESS sponsored and actively participated in the Web3 Summit Dubai, a premier event for the blockchain community. On April 16th, we dove into the first day’s activities, engaging with industry leaders and innovators to explore the latest advancements in Web3. CESS Co-Founder Nicholas delivered a speech about How CESS Empowers Enterprises and AI on Web3.

CESS was at the forefront of hosting engaging events in Dubai. We co-hosted ‘The Night of 2049 Token EVE’ alongside esteemed partners OOKC Labs and Port3 Network.

Later that evening, we were thrilled to sponsor and participate in ‘Disrupt with DePIN’ at Token 2049 Dubai, where we delved deeper into groundbreaking blockchain innovations, networking with peers, and sharing our insights and vision for the future.

CESS was deeply engaged in various activities that fostered networking and knowledge exchange. We participated in the Meme Night Cocktail Reception, hosted by Metis and FreeLabs, an evening dedicated to networking and building connections within the blockchain community.

Additionally, CESS was actively involved in other key events, including Jessie’s participation in the Duke Web3 Investor Soirée by Ga³in Ventures.

Looking ahead, we also joined the ThreeDAO Creator Camp, a dynamic platform that brought together creators and innovators to explore the intersection of narrative and consensus in the Web3 realm.

We are excited to participate in the Duke Web3 Pitch Competition & VC Networking event in Dubai, further solidifying our commitment to driving innovation in the blockchain space.

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Weekly Highlights
CESS completed the deployment and testing of EVM contracts, ensuring good support for developers using Solidity smart contracts to build web3 applications in the CESS ecosystem.Fixed an issue where storage nodes failed to find other nodes using DHT, an upgrade to the p2p node discovery service, and optimization of the storage node user file receiving module to further enhance the stability and efficiency of the CESS storage resources layer.Optimization of the DeOSS caching module and user file scheduling module was also completed this week, improving file upload and download services for a better user experience.CESS was invited to participate and exhibit at the TEAMZ Web3/AI Summit 2024 in Japan.CESS attended the Bitcoin Summit in Washington.CESS Co-Founder, Joseph Li, participated in Bitrue Asks event “Depin and AI: Latest Crypto Trends” and space event “Inside Look at the Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2024”.
Project Development Details
The CESS testnet has been updated to v0.7.6 and consists of a consensus node and a storage node. Consensus Node maintains the world state of the CESS network (by CESS Node) and serves as the “data authentication station” (by TEE Worker). Storage Node provides verifiable storage space and serves as the “data storage pool” in the CESS network.
Consensus Node [v0.7.7]
Completed testing of CESS Node EVM module smart contract deployment.Fixed TEE Worker service interruption after restart.
2. Storage Node [v0.7.10]
Optimized storage node p2p node discovery service, introducing a node message subscription mechanism to improve node discovery efficiency.Fixed storage node DHT table lookup failure due to PeerId decoding error.Optimized storage node user file receiving module to reject receiving user files when the node cannot communicate with the CESS chain to prevent invalid transfers.
CESS is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and content delivery network (CDN) infrastructure for Web3. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives. The first of its kind, decentralized object storage services (DeOSS) by CESS has significantly contributed to the gradual enrichment and flourishing of the product ecosystem within the CESS network, online file sharing tool (DeShare), and public chain snapshot storage services have been incubated. The developments for this week are as follows:
Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS)
Optimized DeOSS caching service to automatically clear the least recently accessed user files when the cache usage exceeds 80%.Upgraded DeOSS user file scheduling module to support uploading files using a user-specified list of storage nodes.Fixed DeOSS node selection module’s inability to access specific storage nodes based on IP information.Added configuration and parsing functions to the DeOSS cache module and node selection module, allowing users to manage these modules more granularly.
CESS Website (cess.cloud)
Fixed the issue where the transaction status was not promptly confirmed after users purchased nodes in the official website’s genesis node event.Fixed the issue where users were unable to claim CESS test coins due to the inability to connect to the RPC node on the official website faucet page.
Testnet
Overview:
74 days after the v0.7.6 testnet was launched. More details on CESS blockchain explorer. If you encounter any issues building a node, please seek assistance on CESS Discord.
27 consensus nodes9,397 storage nodes13.73 PiB verified storage space58.12 PiB total storage space
Event:
The miner reward event for the CESS testnet continued as storage and consensus miners can earn points by participating. The ongoing miner reward event in the CESS testnet incentivizes participation from storage and consensus miners, allowing them to earn points while contributing to the network’s growth and development.
Community Activities
CESS participated in the TEAMZ Web3 / AI Summit 2024 in Japan. Explore the cutting-edge of Web3, CDN, and AI with CESS and experience firsthand groundbreaking innovations revolutionizing Japan’s digital landscape.

Delighted to connect with Taira Masaaki at the event in Japan! His expertise in advocating digital transformation and AI in government adds tremendous value to our discussions.

CESS Co-founder & COO Jessie had the honor of joining the main stage panel at TEAMZ Web3/AI Summit 2024, where the speakers discussed the paramount importance of data privacy and security, emphasizing the growing adoption of blockchain technology in enterprise-level applications. This resonated deeply with CESS’s mission, showcasing how our decentralized storage and CDN solutions were at the forefront of this transformative movement.

CESS participated in the Bitcoin Summit in Washington, DC on April 9th! The event featured engaging discussions and provided valuable insights into the future of blockchain and digital currencies.

Co-Founder, Joseph Li, participated in Bitrue Asks event “Depin and AI: Latest Crypto Trends” hosted by Bitrue alongside pioneering projects CrossSpace Official, bubbleai.xyz, SingularLabs. Also, the space event “Inside Look at the Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2024” alongside a stellar lineup of experts from IoTeX, CrossSpace Official, and BlockBeats, CESS contributed to an insightful discussion on Web3 innovations and trends.

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Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2024 Recap: CESS at the Forefront of Innovation
rom April 6th to 9th, the 2024 Hong Kong Web3 Festival has once again positioned the city as a beacon of technological innovation and thought leadership in the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors. Amid the bustling environment and the scenic backdrop of one of Asia’s most dynamic cities, CESS (Cumulus Encrypted Storage System) marked its presence as both a sponsor and a key participant in this year’s event.

CESS engaged in-depth with a host of innovative projects, showcasing advanced decentralized storage and content delivery technologies to numerous Web3 enthusiasts and professionals. Continuously cultivating the DePIN track, CESS is committed to providing infrastructure for the future Web3 data economy. Let’s take a look back at some of the hot topics, development trends, and CESS’s highlights from this year’s Web3 Festival.
Industry Standardization: An Imperative Necessity
Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2024 featured high international participation and in-depth discussions on Web3 standardization. Compared to last year, the uniqueness of this year’s festival lay in its emphasis on practical use cases and solutions, as well as forward-thinking on the future development directions of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. During the festival, CESS paid special attention to collaborative opportunities with other leading Web3 projects and businesses. Particularly, discussions on Web3 standardization revealed the necessity of establishing common standards and frameworks for future technological development, which can not only drive the industry forward but also foster cross-industry cooperation.
Undoubtedly, Web3 requires standardization because it ensures seamless interaction and collaboration between different blockchain technologies and applications, which is crucial for creating a decentralized, interoperable digital ecosystem. Standardization is beneficial for improving development efficiency, reducing compatibility issues, fostering innovation, ensuring user safety, and protecting data privacy. It also helps provide clear guidelines for developers and more consistent and reliable experiences for users, thus promoting the healthy development and expansion of the entire industry.
On April 5, 2024, CESS (Cumulus Encrypted Storage System) attended the first council meeting of the year as a deputy member of the Hong Kong Web3.0 Standardization Association. The meeting brought together renowned companies and experts from various fields to discuss and promote the standardization of the Web3.0 domain.

CESS’s participation in the 2024 first council meeting of the Hong Kong Web3.0 Standardization Association not only showcased our deep involvement and contributions to the standardization process in the Web3.0 domain but also highlighted our key role in promoting the development of decentralized storage technology and networks. The approval of the IEEE P3233 “Standard for Blockchain-Based Decentralized Storage Protocol Specification,” previously advocated by CESS, demonstrates our leading position and innovative strength in decentralized storage technology.

This achievement is not only a testament to CESS’s technological innovation and leadership but also an important driving force towards a more standardized and regulated development path for the decentralized storage industry. Through such platforms and activities, CESS is committed to discussing and establishing industry standards with industry peers, promoting the healthy development of the Web3.0 ecosystem, and providing safer, more reliable, and more efficient decentralized data services for users worldwide.
The Surge of DePIN: Catalyzing the Development and Availability of Infrastructure
If there’s one buzzword that caught the attendees’ attention at this Web3 festival, it’s undoubtedly DePIN. With the rapid development of DePIN this year, we can anticipate a surge of innovative decentralized physical infrastructure projects emerging, providing more secure, efficient, and transparent solutions for data storage, computing power, and content distribution. The widespread adoption of DePIN will significantly lower the barriers to entry, allowing more individuals and businesses to conveniently access and utilize these infrastructures, thereby promoting the healthy development and technological innovation of the entire industry. In the future, driven by DePIN, we will witness a more prosperous and interconnected digital world.

At the 2024 DePIN Global Hardware Summit held on April 8th, CESS, as a pioneer in the blockchain storage and CDN domain, was invited to exhibit. During the conference, we not only showcased CESS’s latest technologies and achievements but also engaged in in-depth discussions with mining communities, Web3 developers, and industry leaders from around the world about the future directions and application prospects of DePIN technology.

Particularly noteworthy is that our Co-founder and COO Jessie participated in a highly-anticipated panel discussion, sharing her insights and perspectives on the future development of DePIN technology alongside other industry experts. Her remarks not only elaborated on CESS’s role and contribution in innovating the decentralized storage domain but also provided attendees with inspiration and ideas on how to effectively leverage DePIN technology to explore new territories.

This DePIN Global Hardware Summit was not only a platform for CESS to demonstrate its strength and broaden partnerships, but also a valuable opportunity for us to interact deeply with the global Web3 community and collectively explore the future of blockchain technology. We look forward to CESS continuing to drive the innovation and development of DePIN technology in the coming days, contributing to the construction of a more open, fair, and efficient digital world.
Leveraging AI as a Catalyst: Blockchain to Integrate with More Practical Use Cases
Projects related to AI or focused on AI stood out among the exhibitors at the Web3 Festival. It can be said that projects featuring AI in their posters and booth introductions not only attracted the attention of attendees but also the interest of other projects. With the breakthroughs and popularization of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, we are standing on the threshold of a new technological revolution. The explosive growth of AI lies not only in its advancement but also in how it integrates with other technologies, especially blockchain, to create limitless possibilities. The decentralized, transparent, and immutable nature of blockchain provides a safer and more reliable platform for data sharing and interaction for AI. This integration will not only promote the wide application of AI in finance, healthcare, education, and other fields but also push blockchain technology beyond the traditional framework of currency transactions to integrate with more practical use cases. Driven by AI, we will witness a new landscape of blockchain applications, marking an important milestone in technological integration and innovation development.

CESS foresees that the future development of Web3 will place greater emphasis on user experience, data privacy, and security. With continuous technological progress and the expansion of application cases, Web3 is expected to integrate more deeply into daily life, promoting a more open, interconnected, and decentralized digital economy. Not just AI, but the integration of blockchain technology with the Internet of Things (IoT) and other cutting-edge technologies will open up new growth areas for Web3.
In addition, trends such as in-depth discussions about regulatory frameworks, mainstream users’ trust and adoption of Web3, and the closer integration of Web3 technology with the real world were also focal points of the conference.
Next Stops — Japan and Dubai!
Japan 13–14 April 2024 — TEAMZ WEB3 / AI SUMMIT 2024 EVENT https://en.web3.teamz.co.jp
Dubai 16–17th April 2024 — Web3 Summit Dubai (DIFC DMCC) https://lu.ma/web3summit
16 April 2024 — Disrupt with DePIN ~ Token 2049 Dubai https://lu.ma/disrupt-depin-dubai
17th April — OOKC LABS 2049 Token Eve https://lu.ma/night2049
19th April — Duke Web3 Investor Soirée by Ga³in Ventures https://lu.ma/q0udtmiw
19th April — Decentralized Dialogues: Exploring AI and Decentralized Governance in Token2049 https://lu.ma/decentralized-dialogues-token2049
21th April — Duke Web3 Pitch Competition & VC networking — Bull City Blockchain Battle @Token2049 https://lu.ma/p5drqh6p
22–23 April 2024 — World Blockchain Summit https://www.worldblockchainsummit.com/dxb-apr-24

Meet CESS in Dubai
The 2024 Hong Kong Web3 Festival not only provided CESS with the opportunity to interact with the global community but also laid the foundation for future collaboration and innovation. As Hong Kong continues to evolve into a powerhouse for crypto and blockchain, CESS is set to play a significant role in advancing the adoption and standardization of Web3 technologies.
In the upcoming trip to Dubai, we anticipate gathering more top experts and innovators from the global blockchain and Web3 domains. This journey will serve as a platform to showcase CESS technology and achievements, and also as an excellent opportunity for in-depth exchanges and discussions on collaboration with industry leaders. We will delve into the future development of decentralized storage and CDN, as well as how the integration of DePIN technology and AI can usher in a new era of Web3 applications.
In the future, CESS will continue to dedicate itself to innovation in technology, contributing to the construction of a more secure, efficient, and decentralized digital economy and data value network.
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Weekly Highlights
Upgraded configuration strategy for idle storage proof parameters in the CESS storage network. Completed unified management of parameters by CESS Node to ensure consistency across all network nodes.Enhanced transaction event parsing functionality for storage nodes, enabling automatic parsing and output of error causes for failed transactions, aiding node operators in swift issue identification and resolution.Optimized and upgraded DeOSS cache and data scheduling modules to facilitate more convenient and efficient data storage and retrieval for users and web3 applications within the CESS storage network.CESS attended the first council meeting of the year as a deputy member of the Hong Kong Web3.0 Standardization Association.CESS was represented at the 2024 DePIN Global Hardware Summit, and Co-founder & COO Jessie participated in a panel discussion.CESS sponsored and participated in Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2024 from 5th April — 9th April.CESS attended Yale Blockchain Conference at Yale University.
Project Development Details
The CESS testnet has been updated to v0.7.6 and consists of a consensus node and a storage node. Consensus Node maintains the world state of the CESS network (by CESS Node) and serves as the “data authentication station” (by TEE Worker). Storage Node provides verifiable storage space and serves as the “data storage pool” in the CESS network.
Consensus Node [v0.7.7]
Upgraded error propagation mechanism in the TEE Worker idle space proof module for enhanced program stability.Completed unified management of idle space proof parameters by CESS Node, ensuring algorithm version consistency across the entire network.
2. Storage Node [v0.7.10]
Added transaction error event parsing functionality to storage nodes, enabling precise output of transaction failure reasons.Upgraded storage node P2P module to reduce the number of network connections during node discovery.
CESS is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and content delivery network (CDN) infrastructure for Web3. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives. The first of its kind, decentralized object storage services (DeOSS) by CESS has significantly contributed to the gradual enrichment and flourishing of the product ecosystem within the CESS network, online file sharing tool (DeShare), and public chain snapshot storage services have been incubated. The developments for this week are as follows:
Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS)
Added cache module to go-sdk, enabling developers to construct data upload or download caches.Introduced data cache management module in DeOSS to periodically clear inactive user data, ensuring efficient disk resource utilization.Upgraded node management module in DeOSS to automatically collect communication and reputable storage nodes for data upload or download.Enhanced P2P network node discovery service in DeOSS to improve efficiency while reducing connection count.
CESS Website (cess.cloud)
Fixed instability issues with the website’s simplified payment verification (SPV) wallet RPC connection.Resolved backend issues with the genesis node activity on the website due to database connection failures.
Testnet
Overview:
67 days after the v0.7.6 testnet was launched. More details on CESS blockchain explorer. If you encounter any issues building a node, please seek assistance on CESS Discord.
26 consensus nodes8,142 storage nodes12.32 PiB verified storage space47.82 PiB total storage space
Event:
The miner reward event for the CESS testnet continued as storage and consensus miners can earn points by participating. The ongoing miner reward event in the CESS testnet incentivizes participation from storage and consensus miners, allowing them to earn points while contributing to the network’s growth and development.
Community Activities
CESS participated in the 2024 annual first council meeting of the Hong Kong Web3.0 Standardization Association, hosted by OKLink Blockchain Holdings Limited. Discussions included the development of Hong Kong Web3.0, industry directions such as Depin and RWA, and in-depth discussions on green finance, GameFi, and other fields, receiving suggestions from members of the association’s advisory committee. This meeting marked CESS’s deep involvement and contribution to the standardization process of the Web3.0 industry. Through the successful promotion of the IEEE P3233 “Decentralized Storage Protocol Specification Based on Blockchain” proposal, CESS demonstrated its leading position and innovative strength in decentralized storage technology. As a member, CESS will continue to uphold the spirit of innovation and contribute to building a more open, fair, and secure Web3.0 ecosystem.

At the 2024 DePIN Global Hardware Summit, held at Hong Kong Cyberport, CESS showcased innovations and exchanged visions for the future of DePIN technology. CESS Co-founder & COO, Jessie, captivated the audience during the panel discussion, sharing invaluable insights into DePIN’s advancements and possibilities.

CESS was honored to sponsor and participate in Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2024. Over the three-day event, CESS took part in a series of onsite engagements, including speaking and onsite booths. CESS Ambassador Andy, participated in the Web3 Festival Side Event, offering insights into web3’s next big leap. Additionally, CESS was involved in the Oak Grove Crypto 2024 event, delving into the future of crypto.

CESS was present at the Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2024, booth B05, offering exclusive CESS swag to attendees.

CESS ambassador Andy, engaged audiences at the Bakery Swap event providing a deep dive into DePIN’s potential.

CESS joined the PLAY NOW! Web3 Gaming Networking Party, is a perfect mix of entertainment, networking, and a deep dive into the latest in Web3 gaming.

CESS participated in the Yale Blockchain Conference held at Yale University, where we infused the atmosphere with innovation and facilitated connections between academia and the blockchain industry.

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On April 5, 2024, CESS (Cumulus Encrypted Storage System) attended the first council meeting of the year as a deputy member of the Hong Kong Web3.0 Standardization Association. The meeting featured renowned companies and experts from various fields, focusing on advancing the standardization of Web3.0 fields.
The meeting, chaired by Lee Ming, Executive President of the Association, and organized by OKLink Blockchain Holdings Limited, discussed the development of Web3.0 in Hong Kong and the Association’s work plans. Suggestions were made by various members, including legislative councillor Qiu Dageng and OKLink’s Chairman Ren Yumale, focusing on providing advice and technical support for Hong Kong’s government in Web3.0 development and emphasizing the need to address real industry problems through standardization. Key topics including industry directions such as Depin, RWA, exchanges, stablecoins, green finance, GameFi, DeFi, and RFi were also discussed.
Following the adoption of the proposal for decentralized storage industry standards, CESS continues to contribute to the standardization of the Web3.0 industry.
In a data-driven future, CESS, as a blockchain-powered decentralized cloud storage and Content Delivery Network (CDN), supports large-scale enterprise-level storage, providing high-frequency dynamic data storage and retrieval of Web3.0. CESS pioneered Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS), achieving the provision of decentralized data services of Web3.0 with the powerful performance of Web2 through significant technological strength and innovative services.
CESS's participation in the first council meeting of the Hong Kong Web3.0 Standardization Association in 2024 not only demonstrates our deep involvement and contribution to the standardization process of the Web3.0 field but also highlights our key role in promoting the development of decentralized storage technology and networks. Through the successful promotion of the IEEE P3233 “Standard for Blockchain-Based Decentralized Storage Protocol Specification.” proposal, CESS demonstrates its leading position and innovative strength in decentralized storage technology. This achievement not only embodies CESS’s technological innovation and leadership but also drives the decentralized storage industry towards a more standardized and regulated development path. Through such platforms and events, CESS is committed to jointly exploring and formulating industry standards with industry colleagues, promoting the healthy development of the Web3.0 ecosystem, and providing users worldwide with more secure, reliable, and efficient decentralized data services.
Hong Kong Web3.0 Standardization Association: Promoting industry standards, shaping future development
Web3.0 needs standardization because it ensures seamless interaction and collaboration between different blockchain technologies and applications, which is crucial for creating a decentralized, interoperable digital ecosystem. Standardization helps to improve development efficiency, reduce compatibility issues, promote innovation, and ensure user security and data privacy. It also helps provide clear guidelines for developers and a more consistent and reliable experience for users, thus driving the healthy development and expansion of the entire industry.
Therefore, the establishment and development of the Hong Kong Web3.0 Standardization Association are milestones for the entire industry. The Association is committed to establishing industry standards, promoting the standardization development of technological innovation and applications, and providing a solid foundation for the healthy growth of the blockchain and Web3.0 ecosystem. By bringing together various forces, the Association promotes knowledge sharing, technical exchanges, and cooperation opportunities, further accelerating the popularization and application of Web3.0 technology globally, which has a profound impact on driving the transformation and upgrading of the digital economy.
As a member, CESS will continue to uphold the spirit of innovation, promote the development of decentralized cloud storage and CDN technology, and work with all parties within the Association to contribute to the construction of a more transparent, equitable, and secure Web3.0 ecosystem, creating a fair, open, and interconnected data value network.
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Weekly Highlights
Fixed the issue of TEE Worker abnormal restarts. Added a new feature to the idle space verification module for filtering illegal data, enhancing TEE Worker’s resistance to malicious requests.Added a storage data scheduling module in the DeOSS go-sdk, allowing developers to customize user data storage scheduling strategies to improve data access efficiency.Added custom RPC node functionality to the official website’s simplified payment verification (SPV) wallet, allowing users to select the best node for smooth transaction execution.Explore the vibrant array of CESS’s April events, from the bustling streets of Hong Kong to the futuristic cityscape of Dubai, and the tech-savvy locales of Japan.CESS Co-Founder, Joseph Li, participated in a space and also appeared on Binance Live.CESS Cyber Security Expert, Frank participated in a live session on YouTube to explore the CESS Testnet v0.7.6 Mining Workshop with over 7,483 nodes.
Project Development Details
The CESS testnet has been updated to v0.7.6 and consists of a consensus node and a storage node. Consensus Node maintains the world state of the CESS network (by CESS Node) and serves as the “data authentication station” (by TEE Worker). Storage Node provides verifiable storage space and serves as the “data storage pool” in the CESS network.
Consensus Node [v0.7.7]
Added functionality for CESS Node to authorize user agent space for DeOSS, making it easier for users to use storage space.Fixed the issue of TEE Worker restarting due to incorrect request parameters.Upgraded the TEE Worker idle space verification module to filter out malicious verification requests.
2. Storage Node [v0.7.10]
Fixed the issue of some storage nodes failing to connect to RPC nodes and Boot Node nodes.Fixed the issue of some storage nodes experiencing unexpected interruptions when authenticating idle space requests.
CESS is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and content delivery network (CDN) infrastructure for Web3. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives. The first of its kind, decentralized object storage services (DeOSS) by CESS has significantly contributed to the gradual enrichment and flourishing of the product ecosystem within the CESS network, online file sharing tool (DeShare), and public chain snapshot storage services have been incubated. The developments for this week are as follows:
Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS)
Completed testing of the DeOSS and go-sdk large file resumable uploads.Added a storage data scheduling module to go-sdk, allowing developers to build customizable data scheduling strategies through the SDK.
Blockchain Explorer (Substats):
Fixed the issue of incorrect calculation and display of user rewards in the official website’s genesis node activity.Fixed the issue of users not being able to refresh transaction status on the official website’s DAO cloud mining activity after purchasing nodes.Added custom RPC node functionality to the official website’s simplified payment verification (SPV) wallet, allowing users to select the best node for smooth transaction execution.
Testnet
Overview:
60 days after the v0.7.6 testnet was launched. More details on CESS blockchain explorer. If you encounter any issues building a node, please seek assistance on CESS Discord.
26 consensus nodes7,672 storage nodes10.45 PiB verified storage space45.61 PiB total storage space
Event:
The miner reward event for the CESS testnet continued as storage and consensus miners can earn points by participating. The ongoing miner reward event in the CESS testnet incentivizes participation from storage and consensus miners, allowing them to earn points while contributing to the network’s growth and development.
Community Activities
In April, CESS is bustling with activity as we embark on an exciting journey! From the vibrant streets of Hong Kong to the futuristic cityscape of Dubai, and even delving into the tech-savvy locales of Japan, our team is on the move, igniting conversations and shaping the future of decentralized storage and CDN.

CESS Co-Founder, Joseph Li, participated in a space hosted by CESS where AI met DePIN, exploring the potential of decentralized networks with ZC Capital, JoJoWorld, OORT, BubbleAl, and Duke Blockchain Club. Furthermore, Joseph Li participated in a BinanceLive event organized by Ctalk, discussing how CESS empowers the DePIN ecosystem.

CESS Cyber Security Expert, Frank, as he guides through setting up multiple CESS Storage Node on a serverled during the CESS Testnet v0.7.6 Mining Workshop. Participated in a live session on YouTube to explore the CESS Testnet v0.7.6 with over 7,483 nodes on the network.

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CESS Introduction
CESS (Cumulus Encrypted Storage System) is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and content delivery network (CDN) infrastructure for Web3. Users and creators alike use the platform for on-chain data sharing, whilst builders can develop and deploy DApps.
Offering the most optimal Web3 solution for storing and retrieving high-frequency dynamic data, CESS reshapes the value distribution and circulation of data assets whilst ensuring data sovereignty and user privacy. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives.
CESS network consists of four layers: Blockchain Layer, Distributed Storage Resource Layer , Distributed Content Delivery Layer, and Application Layer. CESS’s R²S consensus mechanism coordinates the network resources and network load, guarantees data security and integrity through proprietary technologies with data ownership protection, technologies such as Proof of Data Reduplication and Recovery (PoDR²), Multi-format Data Rights Confirmation (MDRC), and decentralized proxy re-encryption. CESS aims to be the first decentralized storage network that supports large-scale commercial applications.
CESS is also compatible with EVM and WASM, and the underlying development framework Substrate is also friendly to cross-chain applications. Its technology stack can support most Web3 applications and the development needs of enterprise-level applications.
Important Technological Deliveries
Blockchain Network:
Current testnet: v0.7.6 consists of consensus and storage nodes. Consensus nodes maintain the world state of the CESS network (by CESS Node) and serve as the “data authentication station” (by TEE Worker). Storage nodes provide verifiable storage space and serve as the “data storage pool” in the CESS network.
Consensus Nodes [v0.7.7]
Fixed the issue of incorrect calculation of storage node rewards in the CESS Node reward and punishment module.Fixed the issue of incorrect statistics of the number of times node rewards were distributed in the CESS Node reward and punishment module.Fixed the issue of CESS Node error events not being parsed correctly in the blockchain browser.Completed the development of the CESS Node multi-node management program, supporting users to manage multiple nodes simultaneously.Completed the testing of the DCAP remote authentication mode of CESS Node.Upgraded the CESS Node reward and punishment module to allocate mining rewards to nodes more fairly.Upgraded the config-gen program, adding multi-node configuration file management functionality.Updated the nodeadm program and config-gen program to fix the issue of nodes not starting up properly.Implemented logging and performance measurement functions for the Ceseal program.Completed the development of the CESS image-building scripts.Upgraded the nodeadm program to provide more concise, accurate, and clear user input prompts.Fixed the issue of the TEE Worker unable to validate idle random challenge proofs effectively.Strengthened the security protection of shared keys in the TEE Worker key sharing mechanism.Upgraded the TEE Worker idle space proof algorithm library, optimized the random challenge verification process, and effectively improved the verification speed.Added task processing time logs for the TEE Worker Ceseal program to monitor node task processing.
Storage Nodes [v0.7.10]
Fixed the issue of abnormal node shutdown due to memory recycling errors when generating idle files.Fixed the issue of inconsistent dependencies between idle file nodes and TEE Worker calculation results.Fixed the issue of mismatch between local idle space proof status and chain status after recovering idle data.Optimized the idle data generation algorithm, significantly reducing memory usage.Upgraded the idle space proof module to improve the efficiency of node dependency generation algorithms.Fixed the issue of failed submission of idle random challenge proof verification results.Upgraded the idle data recovery mechanism to use multithreading to improve recovery efficiency.Completed the upgrade of the idle space proof module, reducing the number of interactions with TEE Worker.Fixed the issue of being unable to complete random challenge proof within a valid time due to disk read and write speed limitations.
CESS is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and content delivery network (CDN) infrastructure for Web3. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives. The first of its kind, decentralized object storage services (DeOSS) by CESS has significantly contributed to the gradual enrichment and flourishing of the product ecosystem within the CESS network, online file sharing tool (DeShare), and public chain snapshot storage services have been incubated. The developments for this month are as follows:
Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS)
Optimized the large file breakpoint resume function, and added legality checks for uploaded data.go-sdk added large file slicing and file fragment upload functions, compatible with the DeOSS breakpoint resume.Added some js-sdk interface usage examples.Completed the upgrade of js-sdk, adding Metamask wallet CESS token transfer toolset.
Blockchain Explorer (Substats)
Fixed the issue of the new version of Substats being unable to resolve error events in transaction parsing.Added blockchain data and storage node data query functions to the new version of the Substats backend program.Fixed the issue of Substats storage node quantity, storage capacity, and other data not being updated on time.Completed the basic function testing of the new version of the blockchain browser backend program.Implemented the function of exporting storage node data from Substats and sending it to the mailbox.Implemented the function of the Substats backend to parse all block events.
CESS Website (cess.cloud)
Fixed the issue of the mobile homepage being unable to display testnet storage data.Fixed the issue of the simplified payment verification (SPV) wallet unable to execute the user signature authorization function normally.Completed the development and testing of the CESS simplified payment verification (SPV) wallet on the official website.Optimized the official website Wiki documentation, fixed some errors, and improved some details.Completed the development of the CESS mainnet genesis node activity page.Completed the update of the partners’ logo on the official website homepage.
Technical Documentation and References
GitHub: https://github.com/CESSProject
WiKi: https://docs.cess.cloud/core/
CIPs: https://github.com/CESSProject/CIPs
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Reflecting on the Highlights of CESS at the Duke Web3 Conference and LIVE AI Hackathon
CESS, as a blockchain powered decentralized storage and content delivery network (CDN) infrastructure for the Web3 data economy, offers a comprehensive solution for high-frequency dynamic data storage and retrieval for Web3, revolutionizing the storage, retrieval, and distribution technologies for Web3 data with scalable commercial storage solutions. Actively collaborating with renowned enterprises, institutions, and top global universities, CESS is dedicated to building a decentralized data value network.
From March 22nd to 24th, CESS engaged actively with students at American universities through in-person interactions.
From March 22nd to 23rd, CESS participated in the Duke Web3 Conference (DW3C) at Duke University, marking the second sponsorship of the event by invitation.From March 23rd to 24th, CESS co-hosted the LIVE AI hackathon with Duke and Harvard Universities, showcasing its involvement in the hackathon’s on-campus activities.
Our innovative technologies in the Web3 and Web2 domains, combined with academic and corporate resources, provide universities and businesses with a wealth of resources and extensive industry connections, fostering more collaboration opportunities with renowned global enterprises and institutions.
CESS is dedicated to developing a decentralized data value network, aligning with the vision of native Web3 enthusiasts. Let’s look back at CESS’s highlights of these two events.
Duke Web3 Conference
Duke Web3 Conference is a prestigious event that brings together experts, academics, and industry leaders from the Web3 sphere to delve into cutting-edge technologies such as blockchain, cryptocurrencies, DeFi and decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN). This year, the conference focused on Zero Knowledge Proofs, Real World Asset Tokenization and shared how these innovations will pave the way for the resurgence. It also explored initial use cases in gaming and art, bridging the physical and digital worlds, and featured insights from DDuke Founders and VCs on the latest trends.

CESS is honored to join a panel with renowned consultancy PwC and global asset management firm T. Rowe Price at this conference. Co-founder & Network Security Architect Joseph from CESS shared insights on DePIN’s rapid market growth, attributing it to the alignment with market trends and technological decentralization. DePIN, offering efficiency, security, and user empowerment, matches these trends, fostering market expansion.
As part of the DePIN ecosystem, CESS contributes innovative solutions to decentralized storage and CDN, enhancing data security, availability, and privacy, and has collaborated with notable projects in Web3 and Web2 domains like AWS and Polkadot, continuing to support DePIN’s growth. For more detailed insights, explore the recordings.

The DW3C conference featured notable Web3 companies as speakers, attracting a diverse audience of students, Web3 enthusiasts, and professionals. Hosted at Duke University, CESS not only participated in panel discussions but also showcased its projects on campus, engaging attendees with demonstrations.

Students who visited the CESS booth at last year’s Duke University DW3C conference reconnected with CESS at other events in the US this year. This ongoing engagement not only shows their continued interest in CESS’s technology, but also reflects the good reputation CESS has built in academic and tech circles.
This year’s DW3C offered another opportunity for exchange, reuniting with old friends and meeting new ones, bringing fresh perspectives and ideas that inspire CESS. These interactions showcase CESS’s advancements in Web3 and help understand university students’ needs, driving innovation.

LIVE AI 1 Joint Duke-Harvard Hackathon
LIVE AI 1 Joint Duke-Harvard Hackathon The LIVE AI 1 Joint Duke-Harvard Hackathon is a cross-campus hybrid event aimed at bringing together developers, designers, and creatives from various backgrounds to design and develop innovative projects in AI, blockchain/Web3, and fintech. CESS, as a co-host, collaborates with Duke and Harvard Universities, supported by Ivy League schools like MIT, Brown, Princeton, and Columbia, attracting talents from top global institutions.

The hackathon was not only a collaboration between universities like Tech Tree Root, Amazon, and OKX from both Web2 and Web3 industries, but also saw active participation from renowned enterprises and institutions. CESS, alongside these universities and companies, shares a common vision of fostering a healthy development of the decentralized internet, contributing to technological innovation and talent development through this event.

There were Duke University (LIVE AI Duke) and Harvard University (LIVE AI Harvard), as well as online (LIVE AI Global) from March 23–24. Both LIVE AI Duke and LIVE AI Harvard have provided full in-person hackathon experiences, and all three communities connected with each other through speaker panels and fun activities.
The CESS team participated in LIVE AI Duke and LIVE AI Harvard at Duke and Harvard Universities, experiencing a full in-person hackathon alongside the teams, and took part in onsite judging and the award ceremony.

LIVE AI Global will conduct online judging from March 24th to April 7th, with the online awards ceremony taking place on April 7th. Please stay tuned for updates on the competition from CESS and other organizers.

Why CESS?
In a landscape where Web3 has yet to achieve widespread adoption, CESS has forged strong partnerships with universities, reflecting our commitment to the industry’s long-term growth and positive evolution.
Recognizing the digital age’s rapid advancement, CESS understands the importance of cultivating native Web3 talent, seeing higher education institutions as fertile ground for such development. Collaborating with these institutions allows CESS direct access to students passionate about Web3 technologies, facilitating practical exploration of blockchain, decentralized storage, smart contracts, and more, thereby energizing the industry with fresh, native talent.
CESS’s dedication to Web3 technological innovation and educational development is evident in its firm resolve and actions, upholding its commitment to support education and cultivate a new generation of Web3 developers and builders. This fruitful collaboration not only strengthens the bond between CESS and the academic world but also underscores CESS’s efforts and contributions in advancing decentralized technology education and innovation, gaining widespread recognition and support from the academic community.
Looking forward, CESS remains committed to technological innovation, deepening collaborations with top academic institutions and industry leaders worldwide to promote data monetization and free data sharing, aiming to build a thriving, diverse, and sovereign data economy.
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Weekly Highlights
Improvements were made to the node reward and penalty mechanisms in the economic model, addressing issues to ensure fairer rewards for nodes in the CESS storage network.Fixes were implemented for issues in the storage node idle space proof module, including memory recovery anomalies and data dependency calculation errors, further enhancing algorithm stability and efficiency.DeOSS was enhanced with a feature for large file resumable uploads, with corresponding functionality adapted in the SDK to address challenges with uploading large files.CESS participated in the Duke Web3 Conference (DW3C) at Duke University, marking the second sponsorship of the event by invitation.CESS co-hosted the LIVE AI hackathon with Duke and Harvard Universities, showcasing its involvement in the hackathon’s on-campus activities.CESS Co-founder & COO Jessie was invited to participate in the space event “Is DePin FOMO coming back?” hosted by OKX Web3.The first cohort of the CESS course, held from January 29 to March 18, 2024, has concluded successfully.CESS was honoured to partner with Glacier.
Project Development Details
The CESS testnet has been updated to v0.7.6 and consists of a consensus node and a storage node. Consensus Node maintains the world state of the CESS network (by CESS Node) and serves as the “data authentication station” (by TEE Worker). Storage Node provides verifiable storage space and serves as the “data storage pool” in the CESS network.
Consensus Node [v0.7.7]
Fixed calculation issues with storage node rewards in the CESS Node reward and penalty module.Corrected the count of rewards distributed to nodes in the CESS Node reward and penalty module.Resolved an issue where error events from the CESS Node were not being properly interpreted in the blockchain explorer.
2. Storage Node [v0.7.10]
Fixed node shutdown issues caused by memory recovery errors during idle file generation.Resolved inconsistencies between idle file node dependencies and TEE Worker calculation results.
CESS is a blockchain powered decentralized storage and content delivery network (CDN) infrastructure for Web3. By utilizing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, CESS drives mass deployment of network nodes globally through incentives. The first of its kind, decentralized object storage services (DeOSS) by CESS has significantly contributed to the gradual enrichment and flourishing of the product ecosystem within the CESS network, online file sharing tool (DeShare), and public chain snapshot storage services have been incubated. The developments for this week are as follows:
Decentralized Object Storage Service (DeOSS)
Optimized DeOSS’s large file resume function, adding legality checks for uploaded data.Added large file slicing and fragment uploading functions to the go-sdk, compatible with DeOSS’s resume feature.Optimized the js-sdk with new interface examples to help developers reduce learning costs.
Blockchain Explorer (Substats):
Fixed the issue where the new version of Substats blockchain browser failed to parse transaction error events.
Testnet
Overview:
53 days after the v0.7.6 testnet was launched. More details on CESS blockchain explorer. If you encounter any issues building a node, please seek assistance on CESS Discord.
26 consensus nodes6,822 storage nodes8.23 PiB verified storage space41.19 PiB total storage space
Event:
The miner reward event for the CESS testnet continued as storage and consensus miners can earn points by participating. The ongoing miner reward event in the CESS testnet incentivizes participation from storage and consensus miners, allowing them to earn points while contributing to the network’s growth and development.
Community Activities
CESS is honoured to participate in a panel alongside PwC and T. Rowe Price at the conference. Co-founder & Network Security Architect Joseph Li shared insights on DePIN’s rapid market growth, attributing it to alignment with market trends and technological decentralization. CESS also joined the DePIN panel, sharing insights on current data privacy and security challenges, and highlighting innovative decentralized storage and CDN solutions. CESS not only participated in panel discussions but also showcased its projects on campus, engaging attendees with demonstrations.

The CESS team participated in LIVE AI Duke and LIVE AI Harvard at Duke and Harvard Universities, experiencing a full in-person hackathon alongside the teams, and took part in onsite judging and the award ceremony. LIVE AI is a dynamic multi-campus hackathon experience taking place at Duke University (LIVE AI Duke) and Harvard University (LIVE AI Harvard), along with an online component (LIVE AI Global), scheduled for March 23–24. Both Duke and Harvard will host full in-person hackathons, fostering creativity and collaboration, while all three locations will be interconnected through engaging speaker panels and interactive activities.

CESS Co-founder & COO Jessie was invited to participate in the space event “Is DePin FOMO coming back?” hosted by OKX Web3. Alongside pioneering projects STARPOWER, GM Network, FutureMoney Group, and Fluence DAO. This event provided a platform for industry leaders to discuss the resurgence of interest in DePin and its potential implications for the Web3 ecosystem.

The first cohort of the CESS course, which took place from January 29 to March 18, 2024, marked a significant step in our journey to explore decentralized data and Web3 technologies. It was an extraordinary experience, filled with discoveries and deep dives into the evolving landscape of digital decentralization. We want to thank all the participants who joined us on this educational adventure, bringing their enthusiasm, curiosity, and dedication to creating a collaborative environment rich with shared knowledge and insights. Your contributions were invaluable in shaping this transformative learning experience. To learn more about our journey, click here.

CESS partnered with Glacier, a vision of building a composable, modular, and scalable L2 data network that aligns perfectly with CESS’s mission to provide decentralized storage and CDN infrastructure for Web3, large-scale DApps, and GenAI applications.

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