Ankr, a leading provider of decentralized cloud computing and blockchain infrastructure, has announced the launch of its ultrasound infrastructure, a new service that enables users to access high-quality data feeds from various blockchains and smart contracts.
Ultrasound infrastructure is a term coined by Ankr to describe its innovative approach to delivering reliable and secure data feeds for decentralized applications (dApps). Unlike traditional oracles, which rely on centralized sources or trusted intermediaries, ultrasound infrastructure leverages the power of zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs) and verifiable computation to ensure that the data is accurate, tamper-proof and privacy-preserving.
ZKPs are cryptographic techniques that allow one party to prove to another that a statement is true without revealing any information beyond the validity of the statement. Verifiable computation is a related technique that allows one party to verify that a computation was performed correctly by another party without having to redo the computation or inspect the inputs and outputs. By combining these two techniques, Ankr can provide data feeds that are both transparent and confidential, as well as scalable and efficient.
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Ankr’s ultrasound infrastructure supports various types of data feeds, such as price feeds, random number generators, identity verification, gaming outcomes, sports results and more. Users can access these data feeds through Ankr’s user-friendly dashboard or through its API. Ankr also offers custom data feeds for specific use cases or dApps.
Ankr’s ultrasound infrastructure is compatible with multiple blockchains and smart contract platforms, such as Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, Polygon, Solana, Avalanche and more. Ankr plans to expand its support to other blockchains in the future, as well as to integrate with other oracle solutions, such as Chainlink and Band Protocol.
Ankr’s ultrasound infrastructure is a game-changer for the blockchain and dApp ecosystem, as it provides a new level of trust and security for data-driven applications. By using Ankr’s ultrasound infrastructure, users can benefit from faster, cheaper and more accurate data feeds, as well as enhanced privacy and scalability. Ankr’s ultrasound infrastructure is also a boon for developers, who can easily integrate with Ankr’s API and leverage its rich set of features and tools.
Ankr Plans to Launch Node Partner Program
Ankr leverages idle computing resources from data centers, edge devices, and individual users to create a distributed network of nodes that can run various blockchain and cloud-native applications.
One of the key features of Ankr is its node hosting service, which allows anyone to deploy and run nodes for various blockchain protocols with just a few clicks. Ankr supports over 40 blockchain protocols, including Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, Polkadot, Solana, Avalanche, and more. Users can choose from different node types, such as full nodes, validator nodes, API nodes, and archive nodes, depending on their needs and preferences.
Ankr also offers a range of benefits for node operators, such as low-cost hosting, high uptime and reliability, easy maintenance and updates, and enhanced security and privacy. Ankr nodes are hosted on trusted cloud providers such as Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, and Microsoft Azure, as well as on Ankr’s own distributed network of edge devices. Ankr nodes are also integrated with popular tools and platforms such as Covalent, Chainlink, The Graph, and more.
To further incentivize node operators and grow its network of nodes, Ankr plans to launch a node partner program in the near future. The node partner program will reward node operators for hosting nodes on Ankr with various perks and benefits, such as:
Exclusive access to new features and services; Priority support and feedback; Discounts and coupons for node hosting fees; Referral bonuses for inviting new users to Ankr; Airdrops and giveaways of ANKR tokens and other cryptocurrencies; Participation in governance and decision-making processes; Recognition and exposure on Ankr’s website and social media channels.
The node partner program will be open to all node operators who meet certain criteria, such as:
Hosting nodes for at least one month.
Maintaining a high level of performance and availability.
Providing constructive feedback and suggestions.
Promoting Ankr’s vision and values.