Livepeer

**Beyond The Stream** returns on June 10 at 12 PM ET on Livepeer Discord, featuring streamers @Payne & Dane. The session will explore: - Creator origin stories - Essential streaming tools and platforms - Live streaming's impact and potential - Future trends in streaming This follows the successful premiere episode which covered Livepeer's infrastructure, AI innovations, and market challenges with guests from Streamplace and Livepeer Inc. *Join the discussion at [Livepeer Discord](http://discord.gg/livepeer)*

A new Livepeer Fireside Chat is scheduled for July 9 at 1:00 PM ET on Discord. @honestly_rich will lead the discussion focusing on two key areas: - First recommendations from the recently announced Advisory Boards - Future implications for the network This follows previous successful sessions, including June's deep dive into video engineering with Marko from FrameWorks SPE.

Livepeer's network is experiencing significant growth, with fees hitting an all-time high in June 2025. Key developments include: - 80%+ surge in fees paid to node operators since April - ~60% of recent fees coming from AI workloads - Q1 2025 saw 52M minutes of video processed, up 49% QoQ - Demand-side fees increased 51% to $110,000 despite ETH price drops The growth is driven by real-time AI video applications, including autonomous VTubers and generative video workflows. Projects like DaydreamLiveAI are creating high-frequency workloads that leverage Livepeer's decentralized GPU infrastructure. Orchestrators are seeing increased earnings from better node utilization and diverse workloads. [Learn more about becoming an orchestrator](https://www.livepeer.org/)

Sean from Origins Live demonstrates how **AI voice technologies** are creating new possibilities for video creators on Livepeer. Key developments: - Text-to-speech integration - Voice cloning capabilities - AI scene partner functionality - Live music hosting tools These features aim to help scale real-world video applications. The discussion builds on previous conversations about AI DJs and generative visuals in music livestreaming. [Watch the full Fireside Chat](https://youtu.be/6mhdj2COKZs)

Peter from AI SPE discusses the evolution of real-time AI video on Livepeer in the latest Fireside episode. Key developments include: - Transition to Bring Your Own Container (BYOC) architecture - Introduction of ComfyStream for customizable AI pipelines - New community-driven development approach This follows recent episodes featuring UFO's decentralized radio integration and earlier discussions with Streamplace, ORIGIN STRIES, and Eliza agents about AI-powered video innovations. [Watch the full episode](https://youtu.be/wFSs8kfvsYA)

Livepeer cofounder Doug Petkanics outlines the network's expansion into real-time AI video processing. The initiative promises to enable live video manipulation as simple as typing ChatGPT prompts. Key developments: - Network aims to provide ultra-low latency, heavy compute, and global reach - New features include AI VTubers, interactive livestreams, and real-time translation - Daydream platform launches as proof-of-concept - Treasury funding supports development of new applications The network expects significant increase in usage fees for node operators and delegators through AI video processing capabilities. [Try Daydream](https://daydream.live/) [Read Full Article](https://blog.livepeer.org/daydream-live-a-glimpse-into-the-future-of-realtime-ai-video-on-livepeer/)

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'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 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)

A successful Open Source AI Meetup was held in Amsterdam, featuring demonstrations of cutting-edge real-time AI video technology. The event highlighted: - Integration of ComfyUI and ComfyStream platforms - Live demonstrations of DaydreamLive AI capabilities - Real-time video processing innovations The gathering brought together developers and enthusiasts from the open-source community. Sean from Origins delivered a keynote presentation on the future of AI video processing. This follows similar successful events in Denver, where the focus was on AI-powered video pipelines and real-time style transfer workflows.