Ocean Protocol Launches VS Code Extension for AI Development
Ocean Protocol Launches VS Code Extension for AI Development
🔌 VS Code Gets Web3 Superpowers

Ocean Protocol has released a VS Code extension that transforms your IDE into a blockchain-enabled AI development environment.
Key features:
- Direct integration with Ocean's compute-to-data capabilities
- Dataset tokenization and management
- Real-time compute job monitoring
- Metadata editing functionality
The extension allows developers to build privacy-preserving AI workflows without leaving their editor. All operations from publishing datasets to executing compute jobs happen directly in VS Code.
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Did you know? The Ocean VS Code Extension lets you test and run compute jobs directly from your editor, no external tools required Simulate Ocean network jobs locally in a built-in sandbox, speeding up AI workflows with zero blockchain overhead docs.oceanprotocol.com/developers/vsc…
Global GPUs/CPUs are now just a node away Ocean Nodes give AI researchers on-demand access to scalable compute via a decentralised network no cloud lock-in, no inflated fees Run large training jobs securely using Compute-to-Data, where your code goes to the data (not the other
1 hour to go until our hands-on AI workshop kicks off Learn how to deploy algorithms using the Ocean VS Code Extension and Nodes guided live by Ocean core engineers Join our discord to participate: discord.gg/ygEuCtPxw6
AI engineers, we get it, accessing high-quality data while staying compliant can be a real challenge That’s why we built the Ocean VS Code extension It lets you publish datasets, manage datatokens, and run compute-to-data jobs all from the comfort of your editor No need to
Gm As AI models grow exponentially, traditional computing machines can no longer keep up Ocean Nodes enable distributed computing, harnessing a global network of distributed, high-quality compute to meet the demands of modern AI training Explore more: docs.oceanprotocol.com/developers/oce…
Every smart AI system runs on strong algorithms Learn to build and deploy them live using Ocean Nodes + VS Code at our hands-on AI workshop in Toronto, May 16 at 1 PM 📍 Sheraton Centre Toronto Register here: lu.ma/d7jwm2r5
As agentic AI evolves, it needs secure, privacy-preserving infrastructure Ocean’s tech stack delivers exactly that, letting agents compute on private data without exposing it With Ocean Nodes + C2D: - Access decentralized compute - Run models securely - Keep data private Learn
Using AI is cool. Building it? Even better Join us on May 16 at 1 PM in Toronto for a hands-on workshop with Ocean’s VS Code extension + Nodes. Learn to build privacy-first AI workflows from algorithms to real-world deployment 📍 Sheraton Centre lu.ma/d7jwm2r5
DePIN is booming. But how do these networks monetise and compute on real-world data? Ocean Nodes bring the missing piece, a decentralised, privacy-first compute layer for AI and analytics Here’s how it works: 1. Raw data stays local (e.g., EV logs, smart meters) 2. Compute
What if your code editor could talk to the blockchain and help publish AI models like GitHub publishes code? Ocean VS Code extension becomes your IDE plugin for safe compute, which integrates Ocean tech capabilities directly into the VS @code environment From dataset
What if your dApp could: - Run machine learning models without exposing data - Seamlessly offload compute to a decentralised network - Reward both developers and node operators in one integrated flow? Start here: docs.oceanprotocol.com/developers/oce…
Developers, the week you’ve been waiting for is here In just 3 days on May 16, join us in Toronto to go from code to compute and build decentralised AI using Ocean Nodes + VS Code Part 1 (1:15–2:10 PM): Intro to deploying AI algorithms using Ocean’s tech stack Part 2
The Ocean CLI tool is your gateway to privacy-preserving AI development With a single command, such as "npm run cli publish path/to/metadata.json", you can easily tokenise your data into on-chain Data NFTs Once tokenised, you can leverage Ocean Compute-to-Data to: 1. Perform
The Ocean VS Code extension brings decentralised AI workflows right into your IDE: -Run privacy-preserving compute jobs (C2D) -Tokenize & monetize datasets -Monitor jobs in real-time -Access AI-ready data, no backend needed Your AI command centre, built for Web3 Explore it:
How Ocean Tech can act as the Data Layer for Open-Source LLMs LLMs need vast, diverse, high-quality datasets for: 1. Pretraining - large-scale text corpora 2. Finetuning - task or domain-specific data 3. Evaluation & Alignment - human feedback, bias mitigation, safety tuning
Inference allows a trained AI model to apply its knowledge to new, unseen data, transforming raw inputs into meaningful predictions or decisions However, centralised inference is challenging due to strict privacy regulations, concerns about exposing data, and the high costs &
Curious about how decentralized tech is shaping AI? 🤖 Join Ocean Protocol hands-on AI workshop in Toronto on May 16 to explore Ocean Nodes + VS Code in action Learn how to build algorithms Sign up now: lu.ma/d7jwm2r5
Make your Data an asset class with Ocean CLI It's a powerful, scriptable tool that lets you interact with Ocean core features. Here’s what you can do with it: 1. Publish data services - Create a Data NFT, datatoken, metadata DDO, and set a price in one go (whether it’s a
AI folks, we’ve all hit this wall The traditional “download data → train model” workflow is outdated and risky Ocean C2D has a solution! Instead of moving the data to your model, Ocean C2D lets you send your ML/AI algorithm to the data in a secure, sandboxed environment,
AI development is evolving, and you can be part of it Ocean Protocol is hosting a live AI workshop in Toronto on May 16 Learn how decentralized compute powers real-world AI with Ocean Nodes and VS Code Register today: lu.ma/d7jwm2r5
AI devs, here’s what’s coming up at our hands-on Algorithm Writing Workshop in Toronto on May 16 Location: Sheraton Centre Toronto Time: 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM EST Register: lu.ma/d7jwm2r5 Part 1 – 1:15 PM to 2:10 PM We’ll kick off with an intro to Ocean Nodes from
Why send data to the cloud when the cloud can come to your AI? DePAI unlocks real-world data from decentralized sensors, robots, and physical AI Ocean Compute brings the missing piece: private, secure, and on-site compute With Ocean Compute-to-Data, DePAI nodes can: 1. Run AI
We all know it, LLMs and GenAI demand massive compute and data Centralised computing can’t keep up. It faces limitations like scalability bottlenecks, privacy risks, and a single point of failure Ocean Nodes lets you tap into a global network of idle GPUs/TPUs to train and
It’s Web3 meets DataOps, built for the age of AI superintelligence Ocean Data NFTs let data creators own, control, and monetise their data, without giving it away They also power privacy-preserving AI pipelines with token-gated access and crypto incentives Learn more:
CPUs and GPUs have powered decades of computing from desktop applications to large-scale enterprise systems CPUs are optimised for sequential tasks, ideal for logic-heavy operations and operating systems. GPUs, with thousands of smaller cores, are better at handling parallel
GM everyone The next wave of AI innovation won’t come from Big Tech alone. It will be driven by open-source builders like you Ocean is laying the foundation. Are you ready to build on it? oceanprotocol.com/build/develope…
From code to compute in under an hour Join our AI workshop on April 8 at 6PM CET to build and run secure algorithms inside VS Code using Ocean Nodes Join Discord: discord.gg/a7yHERJa Register here: lu.ma/upuylnjx
Developers, we’re coming to Toronto 🇨🇦 On May 16 at 1PM, join us for a hands-on AI workshop where you'll deploy algorithms using Ocean Nodes and the VS Code extension Learn to build privacy-first AI. No prior experience needed 📍Sheraton Centre Toronto lu.ma/d7jwm2r5
AI models shouldn’t grow at the cost of data privacy With Ocean’s Compute-to-Data, algorithms can train on quality datasets without exposing them, enabling secure, scalable AI That’s how AI should evolve Learn more: docs.oceanprotocol.com/developers/com…
When we talk about the Ocean tech stack, we mean a full suite designed for AI developers Build, train, and scale with: 1. Data NFTs – Tokenize & share datasets 2. C2D – Run privacy-preserving compute 3. Ocean Nodes – Fast, distributed AI infrastructure Explore:
Modern AI is starving for compute Training and inference need massive GPU power, but most of it is locked behind hyperscalers like AWS or Google Cloud This creates serious problems: 1. Startups & researchers get priced out 2. Surveillance & compliance risks rise 3. Local
The future of AI development is decentralised Don’t miss your chance to build it Ocean Protocol is hosting a free hands-on workshop in Toronto on May 16 Learn to run compute jobs in real time using Ocean Nodes + our VS Code extension Register now: lu.ma/d7jwm2r5
What if you could license your dataset in minutes, not months? With Ocean CLI: 1. Upload your dataset 2. Tokenise it with a Data NFT 3. Sell access with Datatokens Smart contracts do the lawyering. You focus on research docs.oceanprotocol.com/developers/con…
ASI Predictoor Continues Weekly Crypto Prediction Rewards Program
ASI Predictoor maintains its AI-powered crypto prediction incentive program, offering rewards for accurate price direction forecasts. Key features: - AI bots predict crypto price movements (UP/DOWN) in 5m/1h intervals - Weekly rewards distributed based on prediction accuracy - Program accessible via [predictoor.ai](https://predictoor.ai) The initiative, supported by Ocean Protocol and Oasis Protocol, provides a platform for AI/ML practitioners to monetize their prediction models. Latest round details: [Blog Post](https://blog.oceanprotocol.com/df145-completes-and-df146-launches-f7afd3368239)
Ocean Protocol Enables Verifiable Data Provenance for AI Compliance
As AI regulation tightens globally, Ocean Protocol introduces essential tools for data provenance and compliance: - **Data NFTs** for unique dataset identification and tokenization - **Datatokens** for controlled on-chain access - **Immutable logging** of all compute jobs and data interactions - **Version tracking** for both datasets and models The system creates transparent, auditable AI pipelines that help teams meet regulatory requirements like the EU AI Act. Ocean's stack transforms black-box AI into traceable, compliant systems. Learn more at [Ocean Protocol Developer Docs](https://docs.oceanprotocol.com/developers)
The Evolution of Computing: From CPUs to Distributed Systems
Traditional computing infrastructure faces new challenges in the AI era. While CPUs excel at sequential tasks and GPUs handle parallel operations, modern AI workloads demand capabilities beyond their limits. - CPUs: Optimized for logic and operating systems - GPUs: Better for rendering and ML inference - Limitations: Cost, energy demands, hardware constraints Distributed computing offers a solution by leveraging underutilized resources from gaming GPUs to enterprise systems. This approach provides: - Improved scalability - Cost effectiveness - Energy efficiency - Decentralized architecture
Ocean Protocol Launches CLI Tool for Data Asset Management
Ocean Protocol introduces a command-line interface (CLI) tool for managing data assets on their network. The tool enables: - One-step publishing of data services with NFTs and datatokens - Post-publication metadata and pricing updates - Streamlined data consumption with single commands - Compute-to-Data functionality using approved algorithms Setup requires cloning the repository and configuring environment variables. The CLI complements Ocean.js, their existing library for AI and data monetization. Get started: [Ocean CLI Repository](https://github.com/oceanprotocol/ocean-cli)