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Welcoming Akave to the DeStor Family: A New Chapter in Decentralized Storage

Written by Jennifer King | Sep 19, 2024

I'm excited to share the news of our latest partnership with Akave, a groundbreaking Layer 2 storage chain that’s reshaping the future of data management. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in DeStor's journey, reflecting our ongoing commitment to pushing the boundaries of decentralized storage solutions built on the Filecoin Network.

Just a few months ago, we partnered with Decentrally to launch the first DeStor DataDrop Solution, laying the foundation for an accessible and secure decentralized storage future. Today, we are proud to announce our evolution into an even more powerful partnership with Akave. This step isn't just a continuation; it's a bold leap forward in our mission to empower enterprises with scalable, secure, and cost-effective storage solutions.

The launch of the Akave S3 Cloud aligns perfectly with our vision to bring enterprise data lakes on-chain. Akave's innovative approach—offering secure, immutable data storage with 80% cost savings compared to traditional cloud providers—sets a new standard in the industry. The solution’s focus on optimized AI inferencing, edge computing, and end-to-end data provenance ensures that enterprises not only have full control over their data but also benefit from the best-in-class storage infrastructure tailored for the complexities of AI and Web3 workloads.

Mara McMahon, our Co-Founder and CSO, aptly put it when she said, "IT leaders view the integration of decentralized storage and AI as a necessary evolution to stay competitive." Partnering with Akave allows us to deliver on this vision, providing an S3-compatible, blockchain-powered storage solution that meets the high-performance needs of enterprises managing large datasets.

Stefaan Vervaet, CEO of Akave, also emphasized the significance of this collaboration: "By combining Akave’s decentralized storage network and enterprise-grade tools with DeStor’s leading marketplace, we are creating new ways to implement blockchain-powered cloud storage." This joint solution offers a powerful alternative to traditional cloud storage, ensuring data integrity, security, and resilience against unauthorized access.

With early adopters like Bethel already experiencing the transformative impact of Akave’s technology, this partnership underscores our commitment to helping enterprises navigate the increasing demands of AI and Web3.

Full of Optimism for the Future

I am incredibly bullish about what the future holds with the launch of the Akave S3 Cloud. Together, we are not just keeping pace with the rapidly evolving tech landscape; we are actively shaping it. This partnership is a testament to our dedication to delivering tangible outcomes for our clients, offering them secure, scalable, and innovative storage solutions that drive real business value.

I invite everyone to learn more about this exciting partnership in our official news release. If you're ready to experience the future of storage, it's time to Upgrade to DeStor and join us on this journey to redefine data storage.

Let's build the future together!