CARV, a blockchain protocol focused on gaming and AI, is taking steps to further decentralize the data landscape with the introduction of verifier nodes. The centralization of personal data by a few companies has limited the control and profit-sharing for users who are the rightful owners of their data. This centralized ownership also hinders the development of artificial intelligence models, as the legitimacy and trustworthiness of data inputs are compromised.
In order to empower users and decentralize data control, CARV has built a modular data layer for gaming and AI that allows users to own, monetize, and share their data in a decentralized environment. As part of their efforts to support decentralization, CARV will be launching the sale of verifier nodes to its community.
Verifier nodes play a crucial role in overseeing data processing and verifying transactions. They validate attestations provided on-chain by Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) nodes, adding an extra layer of security and trust to the data processing. These lightweight nodes can be easily set up and run.
The sale of verifier nodes will be available to whitelisted users starting from June 3rd, with the public sale launching on June 5th. A total of 100,000 nodes will be sold through a multi-tier pricing system, with early adopters gaining access to lower rates and special events. The sale will take place on the Arbitrum network, and users can purchase verifier nodes using wETH.
Running a verifier node on CARV benefits both the ecosystem and its participants. Verifier nodes involve the community in the validation process, preventing system manipulation and improving security. This enhanced security is expected to attract more quality games to the platform. Node operators will earn CARV’s native cryptocurrency, CARV, for verifying data, with a quarter of the total supply reserved for nodes.
While verifier nodes are currently focused on verifying results from data processing and AI model training layers, their responsibilities are expected to expand over time. This includes verifying Carve DB, a storage component, and securing CARV Link, an oracle service that imports external data.
CARV also aims to decentralize data monetization through its Data-to-Earn campaign, allowing users to generate revenue by providing their personal data to brands. This campaign creates a constant data flow for brands and applications while enabling users to monetize their data utility.
The project has also developed an Ethereum-based token standard, ERC-7231, which links Web2 and Web3 identities and presents them as NFTs. This standard supports decentralized identity verification and aggregates multiple identities from different iterations of the web.
CARV recently completed a Series A funding round, raising $10 million from investors such as Tribe Capital, IOSG Ventures, OKX Ventures, ConsenSys, and Arweave. With an ecosystem integrated with over 40 blockchains, 700 games, and AI companies, CARV aims to break down identity silos and create a user-owned internet where individuals have a fair share in value distribution.
The introduction of verifier nodes represents a significant step in decentralizing data and redefining digital ownership and control. By involving the community and offering incentives for participation, CARV enhances the security and trustworthiness of its ecosystem while fostering a more inclusive and collaborative environment. This shift towards more equitable and transparent data dynamics benefits both users and the broader technological ecosystem.