DeNet Launches Watcher Node Content Creation Challenge

DeNet has released a new Graphical User Interface (GUI) for managing Datakeeper nodes, making node operation more accessible. Key features: - Multi-account support for running multiple nodes - Real-time monitoring of unlocked tokens and gas balance - Uptime tracking functionality - Easy configuration settings System requirements remain minimal: - 1GB RAM - 100GB storage - 10 mb/s internet - Compatible with Windows, Linux, macOS [Get started with the Node Manager](https://github.com/DeNetPRO/Node?tab=readme-ov-file#denode-manager-gui)

DeNet's Q2 2025 results show significant growth in decentralized storage adoption: - User base expanded to 4.5M (up from 3.5M in Q1) - Watcher Nodes increased to 2.1M devices (up from 1.6M in Q1) These metrics demonstrate continued momentum in decentralized storage infrastructure development. The quarterly growth suggests increasing market acceptance of distributed storage solutions. [Read the full report](https://medium.com/denetpro/denet-q2-2025-results-e0c482ed54d2)

As steam engines and assembly lines defined previous industrial revolutions, a new profession is emerging in the Web3 era: **Datakeepers**. These professionals provide essential data storage and security services for AI, medicine, and finance sectors. The role represents a shift in how we approach data management and storage in the digital age. - Datakeepers offer secure storage solutions - They serve growing markets including AI and healthcare - Income opportunities available through node operation Learn more about becoming a Datakeeper in our [comprehensive guide](https://medium.com/denetpro/become-a-datakeeper-step-by-step-guide-dc04a25c6240). Ready to join the next industrial revolution? Start your Datakeeper journey today.

Datakeeper node licenses are now being distributed on the peaq Network as ERC-721 tokens. Node operators can check their licenses at [peaq.subscan.io](https://peaq.subscan.io/) using their DeNet address. Key points: - Bonus nodes available for purchasing 5 or 10 nodes - Special rewards for contest winners and contributors - Early-stage contracts may be renewed to maintain network fairness - License revocation possible for cases of unsolicited Stripe refunds Software release launches today with instructions forthcoming. This initiative supports the development of decentralized storage infrastructure on the peaq network.

DeNet's decentralized storage network has achieved a significant milestone with 1.8 million active Watcher Node devices. The platform recently added 2,100+ new Datakeepers following their Node Sale. Key updates: - 1.8M active Watcher Node devices - 2,100+ new Datakeepers onboarded - Network approaching 2M total users This expansion strengthens DeNet's validation layer for decentralized storage, enhancing network security and sovereignty. The platform continues to grow from its previous milestone of 500K Watcher Nodes in December 2023.