Livepeer's founder and CEO, @petkanics, discussed how decentralization is driving the rise of Generative AI at #Limitless. Key points include:
- AI advancements in video generation are transforming creative industries
- High compute costs for AI video creation pose challenges for innovators
- Big Tech dominance in compute power limits access and innovation
- Livepeer's decentralized network offers scalable, cost-effective GPU access
- Tokenized incentives enable infrastructure scaling before demand surge
- Affordable AI-powered video tools benefit creators and startups
- Livepeer AI platform provides developer-friendly video capabilities
The decentralized approach aims to fuel innovation in AI-powered video applications.
Livepeer is supporting the AI & GPT Bootcamp by @encodeclub! It is a great opportunity for AI enthusiasts to dive deep into cutting-edge tech and explore real-life applications. Don’t miss out on this chance to learn and build with leading tech firms. Apply by Oct 14th!
📣 Inviting AI enthusiasts to our AI & GPT Bootcamp starting 21st Oct! This 8-week course is designed for tech enthusiasts ready to dive deep into AI and GPT tech. ℹ️ Ideal for those looking to develop and apply cutting-edge AI models in real-world scenarios. 🧵
The AI Video Hackathon with @encodeclub is off to a great start! It brings developers together to harness Livepeer AI’s decentralized infrastructure and build applications with generative AI for video. Check out the full workshop with @KarbonDallas on how to get started!
🎥 @Livepeer AI Video Hackathon kicked off last week! It started with a great workshop from @KarbonDallas about setting up Livepeer AI, interacting with models, and building applications using JavaScript and TypeScript. Check out the full workshop: youtu.be/2OWkxvEwkso
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)