In January 2024, Input Output Global (IOG) announced a strategic investment in Five Binaries’ Blockfrost API - a decision driven by our shared goal for a decentralized, sustainable, and community-centric future for Blockfrost. Today, we are thrilled to announce the next chapter in this collaborative journey: Blockfrost Icebreakers.  

What is Blockfrost? 

The Blockfrost API was launched in 2020 with the aim to simplify how developers interact with the Cardano Blockchain. Now, anyone can interact directly with the blockchain, the ecosystem and IPFS without the need to run their own dedicated node, all while maintaining speed and scalability. 

What is an IceBreaker?

Blockfrost IceBreakers represent the extension of the Blockfrost API, and is an incentivized profit-sharing model where Stake Pool Operators (SPOs) and Cardano Node Operators keep the network secure, help shape the future of Blockfrost, while also earning a share of the revenue.  

How can you become an IceBreaker? 

We are calling all dedicated operators to participate and welcome anyone who is ready to help. To become an IceBreaker and all you need is:

• Spare compute resources with access to an instance of Cardano-node (such as your relays)
• 5+ Hours per week 
• A rewards address :)

That's it!

What is next? 

In the coming weeks, we will be sharing more information about the IceBreakers program, including a comprehensive guide on how to participate, but for now all you need to do is to head to the registration form below, and register your interest.

You can find the registration form here / https://blockfrost.typeform.com/icebreakers

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