ETH Denver is one of the largest and most influential events in the global blockchain community, showcasing the latest advancements in Ethereum technology, decentralized applications, and digital culture. In line with our mission to enhance blockchain accessibility and empower developers and enthusiasts, InfStones proudly participated as a Meta Sponsor at this renowned festival. During the two-week event, including BUIDL Week, our team actively engaged in panels, side events, and networking sessions, fostering valuable connections with clients and partners. At the main event, booth 502 served as a hub for attendees to explore blockchain trends, gain insights into InfStones' services, and glimpse the future of decentralization. Adding to the conversation, Faris Jebara, our GMT/Strategy Lead, delivered a compelling 20-minute presentation, "AI Super Cycle: Unlocking the Next Wave of Decentralized Innovation – Pros, Cons, and TBDs." He addressed key topics such as: The benefits and challenges of the AI supercycle Navigating the AI ecosystem Empowering AI with InfStones and its partners For those interested in the intricacies of restaking pools, Faris' presentation provided valuable insights—you can watch the full presentation here.

InfStones Attends ETHDenver! 

Consensus Hong Kong 2025, organized by CoinDesk, took place from February 18 to 20, 2025, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This inaugural Asian edition of the long-standing Consensus conference aimed to bridge Eastern and Western perspectives on blockchain, digital assets, and Web3 technologies.  The conference featured over 300 speakers, including prominent figures such as Richard Teng (CEO of Binance), Lily Liu (President of the Solana Foundation), Johann Kerbrat (GM & VP of Crypto at Robinhood), Adam Back (CEO and Co-Founder of Blockstream), Yat Siu (Co-Founder & Chairman of Animoca Brands), and Justin Sun (Founder of TRON). 

InfStones Attends Consensus Hong Kong! 

On December 17th, we hosted an AMA session with iBTC on Twitter Spaces, featuring Matthew Karas, our Business Development Manager, and Aki Balogh, co-founder of iBTC. The session explored blockchain infrastructure, Bitcoin staking, iBTC’s wrapped Bitcoin solution, and the collaborative efforts between our companies.

InfStones x iBTC AMA Recap 

We were thrilled to participate in Devcon 2024, the annual conference of the Ethereum community! The Ethereum Foundation has been hosting DevCon since 2014 to improve collaboration and innovation within the blockchain community. DevCon 2024 followed this tradition with a four-day event (November 12 to 15, 2024) at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, Thailand. This year's event brought together over 12,000 attendees, doubling the number from the previous year, and also featured a diverse lineup of speakers, including Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and Aya Miyaguchi, the Ethereum Foundation's executive director.

InfStones Attends DevCon! 

  InfStones was proud to participate in the Staking Summit 2024, held on November 8-9 in Bangkok, Thailand. Rudy, our Director of Product, represented InfStones, engaged with the Proof of Stake (PoS) blockchain community, and returned with valuable insights. About the Staking Summit Staking Summit is an annual event organized by Staking Rewards for the Proof of Stake (PoS) blockchain ecosystem. Since its inception in 2022, it has become a platform for validators, protocols, institutions, and blockchain enthusiasts to connect and discuss the future of staking. Previous editions were held in Lisbon, Portugal, and Istanbul, Turkey, with this year’s event drawing over 1,000 attendees from around the globe. Highlights of 2024 This year’s summit featured 80+ distinguished speakers, including industry leaders like Vitalik Buterin, Sunny Aggarwal, Fisher Yu, Keone Hon, and Tarun Chitra. Discussions covered a wide range of critical topics, such as: Bitcoin Staking: Exploring staking opportunities in the Bitcoin ecosystem. Restaking: Unlocking new layers of utility and security in staking mechanisms. LSTfi (Liquid Staking Tokens Finance): Advancing liquid staking solutions and their impact on DeFi. Governance and Staking Challenges: Addressing scalability, decentralization, and security in PoS networks. InfStones at the Summit Throughout the event, we actively connected with the community, built new relationships, and strengthened relationships with our existing partners. We also attended side events to discuss blockchain infrastructure, validator performance, and protocol advancements. These conversations further strengthen our focus on improving the PoS ecosystem with reliable staking infrastructure. Looking Ahead Undoubtedly, the insights and connections gained at Staking Summit 2024 inspire us to contribute to the evolution of staking technologies. We’re excited to bring these ideas into our product innovations and collaborations as we move forward. Thank you to the organizers, speakers, and attendees for making this year’s summit such a remarkable event. We look forward to seeing everyone at the next Staking Summit!

InfStones Attends Staking Summit! 

On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, we co-sponsored the Validator & Node Operator Summit with bloXroute at DevCon in Bangkok. Our Director of Product, Rudy, represented InfStones and joined a panel to discuss "Scaling the Validator Ecosystem: Opportunities and Challenges." The panel discussed several issues, including recent developments, current challenges, and the role of validators in the Ethereum ecosystem. Preconfirmations A key topic of discussion was preconfirmations and their impact on transaction speeds. Rudy and the other panelists explored how preconfirmations benefit both validators and users in that validators are rewarded by delivering preconfirmation. In contrast, users get to experience a significant decrease in transaction latency—from 12 seconds to 0.1 seconds. This progress also makes Ethereum much more practical for high-frequency applications and use cases. Centralized vs. Decentralized Models The panel also revisited the ongoing debate between centralized and decentralized approaches. They acknowledged that while centralized models tend to dominate in the early stages of adoption due to their speed and efficiency, decentralized models hold greater long-term potential once they overcome their coordination challenges. Challenges and Future Innovations in Scaling Validator Networks Scaling challenges were also mentioned. The panel discussed how Ethereum's staking 32 ETH requirements, for example, can limit participation. This part of the conversation also extended beyond Ethereum and explored the progressing role of validators. Protocols like EigenLayer and oracles now depend on validators for tasks beyond transaction validation, such as price reporting and executing decentralized workloads, which further emphasizes validators' role as the backbone of various decentralized systems, not just blockchain networks. Looking forward, the panel explored how newer technologies like preconfirmations, sidecars, and re-staking could reshape validator infrastructure. While third-party providers like MEV-Boost and bloXroute often drive these innovations, there was an emphasis on validators effectively integrating these technologies to ensure optimal integration for their users.  Final Thoughts The session provided valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges that validators face today. For InfStones, it was also an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to supporting the validator ecosystem with scalable and future-proof infrastructure. As validators take on more critical roles in decentralized systems, we look forward to continuing our work in building solutions that meet both current and future demands.

Scaling the Validator Ecosystem: Opportunities and Challenges at DevCon Recap 

On November 14, 2024, we hosted an AMA session with 0G to explore their advancements in decentralized AI, the possibilities of their AI alignment nodes, and how InfStones supports node holders through our Node Launch Pool. Here’s a detailed recap of the key takeaways from the event.

AMA RECAP: 0G Node Sale & InfStones Launch Pool Rewards

We were thrilled to be part of Permissionless III. Blockworks has been hosting the Permissionless conference since 2022, and it quickly became one of the largest DeFi and Web3-focused events. This year's event, Permissionless III (co-hosted by Bankless), was no different. It brought together the brightest minds in the blockchain space from October 9 to 11, 2024, in Salt Lake City, Utah, with over 7,000 attendees.

InfStones Attends Permissionless III!

CARV Mainnet Launch AMA Recap

We had an incredible time at TOKEN2049 Singapore 2024! As one of the world's largest Web3 and blockchain conferences, this year's event, held from September 18-19 at the iconic Marina Bay Sands, drew over 20,000 attendees from 150 countries to explore and discuss the most recent innovations in the crypto and Web3 space.

InfStones Attends Token2049 Singapore 2024!

On August 23, 2024, InfStones marked a significant milestone with the launch of our new Node Sale DApp. To celebrate this, we hosted an AMA, where we introduced our community to this exciting new platform designed to simplify the process of buying and interacting with nodes.

InfStones AMA Recap: Launch of Node Sale Feature with DIN and Lumoz 

On August 21, 2024, InfStones co-hosted an AMA session with DIN on "Navigating the Node Market," attracting over 67,000 participants. The session brought together key players in the blockchain infrastructure space, including Node Terminal, Easeflow, NodeOps, Dappad, RapidNode, and EasyNode.  The AMA kicked off with introductions from all participants. Ann Jiang, representing InfStones, highlighted our extensive experience in blockchain since 2018, our support for over 80 protocols, and our status as the largest Aethir checker node provider in the market. The introduction session sets the stage for the main discussion on the rising trend of node sales as a means to decentralize networks and engage communities.

Navigating The Node Market AMA Recap 

On August 15, 2024, InfStones and SSV Network held an AMA session that spotlighted our ongoing collaboration, specifically focusing on integrating the SSV network into InfStones' SafeStake product. The session was hosted by Ranvir Rana, Product Marketer at SSV Labs, with discussions led by Sili Zhao, Director of Business Development at InfStones, and Ben Affleck, SSV DAO facilitator.

Future of Staked ETH - DVT Powered NOs & DVT as A Service AMA Recap

On August 2nd, InfStones co-hosted an AMA session with Gora and 01Node that explored the critical role of institutional validators in the blockchain ecosystem. The session featured insightful discussions from Adam Kinley, Enterprise Solutions Architect at InfStones, Gabriel Mateiciuc, DevOps at 01Node, and Norbi from Gora Network.

Institutional Validators A Force Behind Gora AMA Recap

We recently co-hosted an AMA Session with Stacking DAO! The AMA kicked off with an introduction to StackingDAO, the first and leading liquid staking token on Stacks, boasting a significant Total Value Locked (TVL) of around 60,000,000 STX. Arkadiko was also highlighted as the first DeFi protocol on Stacks, offering a crypto-backed stablecoin, USDA. Both projects continue to thrive, providing valuable opportunities for users to earn yields on their idle stacks.

Stacks DeFi Show: Signer Episode AMA Recap

Introduction On June 28, 2024, InfStones participated in an insightful AMA session with Router Protocol. The session focused on their upcoming mainnet launch and the difficulties of Proof of Stake (PoS) mechanics. It featured an engaging discussion on the global distribution of validator networks, the decentralization of the network, and the experiences of validators working with the Router Protocol. Key Discussion Points Key discussion points from the AMA are highlighted below. Introduction to Router Protocol and Validators The AMA started with an introduction to Router Protocol and a brief overview of all participating validators, including InfStones, Node Guru, and Forbole, setting the stage for an in-depth discussion of validators' role in ensuring the network's stability and security. Working with Router Protocol Validators, including InfStones, shared their positive experiences working with Router Protocol, emphasizing the protocol's seamless integration and robust support. The discussion highlighted the importance of decentralization, with validators showcasing the global distribution of their nodes.  Validators also discussed the technical aspects of their operations, including strategies to prevent slashing, the use of personal hardware and high-standard data centers, and the effective monitoring of node performance. InfStones, in particular, underscored its commitment to maintaining high availability and uptime through rigorous security measures and proactive support. Router Chain Mainnet Launch Announcement Router Protocol made a significant announcement during the session: their mainnet will officially launch on July 30, 2024. The team also outlined their future roadmap, which includes plans to expand support to new EVM and non-EVM chains, enhancing the interoperability and scalability of their network. Conclusion We encourage the community to actively engage with the Router network by staking their ROUTE tokens and participating in the upcoming mainnet launch with InfStones. Users can benefit from our extensive experience, robust infrastructure, network security, and performance commitment. InfStones' expertise in running multiple nodes across various networks ensures that stakers receive reliable and efficient service. Get started here. You can also listen to the entire AMA here.

InfStones AMA with Router Protocol Recap: Key Highlights and Insights 

On June 26, 2024, InfStones had the pleasure of joining SafeStake for an engaging AMA session featuring Adam Kinley, Enterprise Solutions Architect at InfStones. The discussion covered the rewards and challenges of being a professional node operator (PNO), distributed validator technology (DVT), and upcoming Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs). Here's a recap of the key points and insights shared during the event.

InfStones AMA with SafeStake Recap: Key Highlights and Insights

On June 19, 2024, we hosted an AMA session with the Aethir Foundation via Twitter Space, attracting over 38.2K listeners to discuss our collaboration and share insights with the community.  The event began with introductions from Ann (Business Development Specialist) and Rudy (Director of Product) from our team and Tanya (Media Strategist) and Kartik (Business Development Lead) from the Aethir team. Discussion Highlights Afterward, we discussed the specifics of our collaboration, highlighting how InfStones ensures high performance and reliability for Aethir node holders. These include setup, management, and maintenance to ensure nodes operate smoothly and efficiently for the required four-year period. We stressed the challenges of maintaining node uptime and how our expertise, developed over six years, makes us uniquely qualified to handle these tasks. Key points discussed: Comprehensive Node Services: We provide setup, management, and maintenance to ensure nodes run smoothly for four years. Challenges of Node Uptime: Maintaining uptime is crucial, and our six years of experience qualify us to handle this. Advanced Features: Our platform includes 24/7 monitoring, disaster recovery, AI-driven auto-maintenance, and batch node management Beyond our services, we also explored important industry topics such as  the role of community engagement in the growth and development of blockchain projects and other future trends. Early Bird Promotion and Current Pricing We continued by announcing our Early Bird promotion for Aethir node holders. Although this promotion has ended, our pricing remains very affordable, starting at only $7.50 per month per node. Our competitive pricing, combined with priority support, encourages node holders to leverage our services for enhanced performance. You can also read our blog here for more details on how our services supersede competitors. Aethir Vision for the Future The Aethir team shared their vision for the future, outlining the next steps in their expansion and the support they require from infrastructure service providers like us. They highlighted their goal to revolutionize DePIN and build a decentralized computing power network and our role in leveraging this power to provide reliable infrastructure services. We also teased some exciting developments, such as extending our collaboration to utilize Aethir’s computing power for blockchain infrastructure services and a 20% renewal coupon available to users. Collaboration Details We further clarified our collaboration details, the unique aspects of our node-running services, and our competitive advantages. We discussed our long-standing experience since 2018, the trust we’ve earned from industry leaders like Binance and Circle, and our high uptime assurance essential for maximizing rewards on the Aethir network.  In one notable discussion point, we detailed our comprehensive solutions for Aethir checker node holders. These include setup, management, and maintenance to ensure nodes operate smoothly and efficiently for the required four-year period. We stressed the challenges of maintaining node uptime and how our expertise, developed over six years, makes us uniquely qualified to handle these tasks. Conclusion The AMA session was a resounding success, strengthening the bond between InfStones, Aethir, and our communities. You can also listen to the AMA session for a deeper dive into our discussions and get started at the InfStones Aethir Node dApp.

InfStones and Aethir AMA Recap: Key Highlights and Insights 

InfStones hosted a memorable Happy Hour event at Consensus 2024 on May 30th in Austin, TX. Co-hosted with Puffer, Swell, StakeStone, Eigenpie, Drosera, and OpenLayer, the event was filled with engaging conversations about AVS and LRT.

Recap of InfStones' Happy Hour Event at Consensus 2024

We had an incredible time at Consensus 2024 in Austin, TX! CoinDesk has organized Consensus annually since 2015, and the event has become an integral part of the blockchain community, attracting thousands of attendees each year.  Consensus 2024 continued this tradition. From May 29th to 31st, our team engaged with industry leaders, participated in insightful discussions, and showcased our latest innovations in validator services, API performance, restaking, and self-custodial staking at our Booth (1139).

InfStones Attends Consensus 2024!

CARV Node Sale with InfStones AMA Recap

Our AMA Session with Witness Chain was a success! In case you missed it, here are some of the key points that was discussed during the AMA session:

Witness Chain: Operator's Chat with InfStones AMA Recap

Our blockchain community had the privilege of delving into valuable insights with Andromeda Protocol as they hosted us for an engaging AMA. Together, we explored the depths of Andromeda's ecosystem and unraveled its significance as a prominent entity in the crypto space. This event, held on April 23rd, provided participants with a comprehensive exploration of diverse facets of blockchain technology and the evolving landscape of decentralized financ

Navigating the Ecosystem with Andromeda Protocol AMA Recap 

ETH Denver is recognized as one of the biggest and most relevant events within the global blockchain community, showcasing the latest advancements in Ethereum technology, decentralized applications, and digital culture. InfStones, aligning with its mission to enhance blockchain accessibility and empower developers and enthusiasts, proudly participated as Meta Sponsors in this highly regarded festival.During the 2-week event, including Buidl Week, InfStones' team actively engaged in panels, side events, and networking sessions, fostering connections with clients and partners. 

InfStones Attends ETH Denver 2024! 

On February 1, 2024, we at InfStones had the pleasure of joining an enlightening AMA session with MANTA, a significant milestone for both our organizations and communities.

Securing MANTA with Staking (AMA Recap)

InfStones hosted its company offsite retreat in Austin, TX! After our team’s success at Permissionless II, 18 team members from all over the world flew in and got together to celebrate, network, and do exciting team-building activities. In attendance, various team members from our Development, Sales, Marketing, and Business Development departments were present. 

InfStones Hosts Company Offsite Retreat 

We're thrilled to announce that InfStones had the privilege of sponsoring and attending Permissionless II, the world's largest DeFi event, held from September 11th to 13th in Austin, Texas. The event was a collaborative effort between Blockworks and Bankless, aiming to unite over 7,000 crypto enthusiasts and builders.

InfStones Attends Permissionless II 2023

InfStones is proud to share its recent participation in the Ethereum Community Conference (EthCC), held in Paris, France. The four-day event drew a diverse mix from the Ethereum community, with over 5000 attendees, 350 speakers, and more than 250 side events dedicated to networking, learning, and discussions. The event further established InfStones' presence in Europe's largest annual Ethereum event.

InfStones Attends EthCC, The Biggest European Crypto Conference

InfStones made a remarkable impression at Prague Blockchain Week, with our esteemed representatives, Parker Poor and Promit Barua, gracing the event with their presence. Armed with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the blockchain domain, they epitomized our team's commitment to fostering meaningful connections and driving innovation within the blockchain community.

InfStones Attends Prague Blockchain Week 2023! 

This month, InfStones once again proudly graced the esteemed stage of Consensus, a cornerstone event in the blockchain industry, held in the vibrant city of Austin, Texas from April 26th to 28th. Organized by CoinDesk, Consensus stands as one of the most enduring and prestigious gatherings within the global blockchain community. The 2023 edition showcased a stellar lineup of speeches delivered by luminaries and trailblazers in the Web3 landscape, alongside unparalleled networking opportunities that epitomized the spirit of innovation and collaboration.

InfStones Attends Consensus 2023!

InfStones was thrilled to participate in ETH Denver 2023, an esteemed gathering renowned as the longest-standing Ethereum event worldwide. This seminal occasion serves as a nexus for Ethereum and Web3 aficionados to convene, exchange ideas, foster connections, and spearhead innovation. Since its inception in 2017, ETH Denver has steadily evolved in both scale and significance, solidifying its status as a cornerstone event within the blockchain ecosystem. From March 2nd to March 5th, the bustling halls of the National Western Complex (located at 4655 Humboldt St.) in Denver, Colorado, played host to this vibrant gathering. In attendance, we proudly dispatched a formidable lineup of representatives, including our esteemed Director of Business Development, Global, Sili Zhao; Parker Poor, Director of Sales, Global; Promit Barua, Senior Business Development Manager; Adam Kinley, Solution Architect; and Richard Calak, Account Executive.

InfStones Attends ETH Denver 2023! 

InfStones both sponsored and attended the Mainnet event in New York City from September 21-23.

InfStones Attends Mainnet 2022 in New York 

CoinDesk’s Consensus 2022 was a festival that showcased and celebrated all things crypto. Since 2015, Consensus has attracted the biggest brains and names in crypto, and this year’s topics included everything from blockchain and Web3 to the metaverse. 