Livepeer Launches AI Video Startup Program
Livepeer Launches AI Video Startup Program
🎬 AI video revolution begins
Livepeer, a leading decentralized AI-ready compute network, is launching the AI Video Startup Program to accelerate the development of decentralized AI video technologies. The program offers:
- $20,000 in grant funding
- Infrastructure credits for AI inference and transcoding
- Expert mentorship from Livepeer's tech team
This initiative aims to foster open-source, decentralized AI video infrastructure. Livepeer is seeking 5-8 innovative startups pushing the boundaries of AI video technology.
Selected teams will have the opportunity to present their work at an exclusive investor demo day after the 3-month program.
Livepeer Core Dev Call - April 17
The next Livepeer Core Development Call is scheduled for April 17 at 11 AM ET on Discord. The meeting will focus on ecosystem-wide development coordination with several key updates: - AI Agents development updates featuring Titan - Pipeline UX improvements - Progress reports from AI, Cloud Infrastructure SPEs and Steamplace - Inc Eng developments Join the discussion: [Register here](https://lu.ma/1nn2dunw)
Hands-on Real-time Video AI Session at NYU GenART
A practical workshop on real-time video AI is scheduled for April 18, 3:30-4:30 PM EDT at NYU's 370 Jay St location. The session will demonstrate how ComfyUI, DaydreamLiveAI, and Livepeer are being utilized across: - Architecture visualization - Design prototyping - Film production - Live creative workflows Participants will get hands-on experience with tools transforming live video creation. The workshop is open to designers, filmmakers, architects, and anyone interested in creative technology. Location: 4th Floor, 370 Jay St, Brooklyn, NY [Register here](https://lu.ma/wyvt8b4k)
Daydream to Demo ComfyStream at First Global ComfyUI Conference
Daydream is set to demonstrate ComfyStream at ComfyCon, the first official global ComfyUI conference in Shanghai on March 29-30, 2024. The presentation will showcase how ComfyStream integrates with the Livepeer ecosystem to enable real-time AI video workflows. This follows their recent collaboration at NYU, where students explored Real-Time Video AI applications with Livepeer and ComfyUI. Join the event: [ComfyCon Registration](https://lu.ma/ComfyCon)
Livepeer Network Reports Significant Growth in Node Operator Fees
Livepeer's network metrics show substantial growth in Q1 2025: - Node operator fees surged **149%** over the last 3 months - Network participation rate continues steady upward trend - Increased demand driven by AI-powered video processing needs The growth follows a pattern of consistent expansion, with a notable 30% fee increase reported in mid-March. This surge reflects growing adoption among creators and developers leveraging decentralized infrastructure for real-time video AI processing. Read the detailed analysis in [OurNetwork's #324 newsletter](https://www.ournetwork.xyz/p/on-324-depin?utm_campaign=ournetwork)
ADOS Paris 2025 Art Exhibition Featuring Livepeer's Daydream AI Tool
ADOS Paris 2025 will showcase interactive AI art at Artifex Lab on March 28-29. The exhibition will feature works created with Daydream, Livepeer's real-time AI video tool. The event follows Christie's recent AI art auction Augmented Intelligence, which highlighted works from prominent digital artists including Refik Anadol, Sougwen Chung, and Gene Kogan. - Interactive demonstrations of real-time AI video creation - Opportunity to explore the intersection of AI and art - Limited spots available [Join the waitlist](https://lu.ma/cd76ktg2)