Welcome to our monthly newsletter, where we showcase our highlights on our mission towards the Future of Work. This month, we're spotlighting:
- New Gaia Updates
- Social Media Recognition
- Content Highlight on the recent Gaia Living Knowledge hackathon
From project updates to community events, we're bringing you the latest in our dynamic ecosystem.
Gaia Introduces New Domain Name Service
Gaia has launched the Gaia Domain Name (GDN) service. Announced back in late September, the newly built system aims to connect Web2 and Web3 functionalities, providing users with a unique identity within the Gaia network for accessing AI-driven services.
The GDN service offers the following:
Identifiers for AI services within the network
Connection with Gaia node clusters
Staking reward mechanisms
Integration with Web3 wallets
Compatibility between Web2 and Web3 systems
To facilitate adoption, Gaia has developed the Gaia Domain Pack, which includes a domain name and initial staking chips. This package is designed to help users set up and run a Gaia domain node.
The service is part of Gaia's broader mission to create a decentralized AI network that integrates data, knowledge, and computational resources.
For a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to use the Gaia Domain Name service, visit their blog post here.
For those looking to get onto the whitelist, please visit the campaign page for more details.
Social Media
Sharing recent posts made from our portfolio company Gaia: starting with a recent shoutout made by EigenLayer cofounder Sreeram Kannan on his experience of building their EigenDA info page - crediting Gaia for hosting their Llama3 agent:
To build the eigenda.wtf page, @gajeshnaik suggested an "inscribe your idea" feature and a log where visitors can see all the inscribed ideas.
However, we had a concern: we do not want the eigenda.wtf/ideas page to be filled with inappropriate text.
So…
However, we had a concern: we do not want the eigenda.wtf/ideas page to be filled with inappropriate text.
So…
This is excellent product marketing from the @eigen_da team. Not only does it show off the product's capabilities (ie, "All chains fit on EigenDA"), it also engages visitors by letting them inscribe their ideas within blobs.
Here's the idea I just inscribed:
"Make Ethereum…
Here's the idea I just inscribed:
"Make Ethereum…
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Furthermore, Gaia leadership helped partake in multiple events during Token2049 in Singapore, one in which Global Marketing Lead Andrew Harrison sat on a number of talks to speak on Data Ownership in the AI era:
#deAISummit panel 2 discussion is on! 
Data Ownership in the AI Era 
With Rajeet, @dwilliams999, @0x__andrew and @0x0xben.
#Token2049singapore #TOKEN2049
Data Ownership in the AI Era With Rajeet, @dwilliams999, @0x__andrew and @0x0xben.
#Token2049singapore #TOKEN2049
Converge by @caladanxyz is off to a great start!
Currently speaking:
@abhay — CEO, @helium
@LuisGruson — Cofounder, @KwilTeam
@neilc_dawn — Founder, @dawninternet
@harry_dewhirst — CEO, @375ai_
@curiouszoo — Head of Eco, @caladanxyz
Gaia onstage soon, represented by @0x__andrew
Currently speaking:
@abhay — CEO, @helium
@LuisGruson — Cofounder, @KwilTeam
@neilc_dawn — Founder, @dawninternet
@harry_dewhirst — CEO, @375ai_
@curiouszoo — Head of Eco, @caladanxyz
Gaia onstage soon, represented by @0x__andrew
Lastly, Gaia holding their official Launch Party with world renowned artist Diplo, hosted at the Singapore Art Science Museum:
The Gaia Launch Party was epic. 
Huge shoutout to everyone who came through — could not have asked for a better night with @diplo and the @ArtSciMuseum.
Now that we have your attention... it's time to build.
Learn more here → gaianet.ai
Huge shoutout to everyone who came through — could not have asked for a better night with @diplo and the @ArtSciMuseum.
Now that we have your attention... it's time to build.
Learn more here → gaianet.ai
Content Highlight: Gaia + HackQuest Hackathon
Gaia recently hosted the "Living Knowledge Systems: Decentralized AI" Hackathon on the HackQuest platform, showcasing its commitment to advancing decentralized AI technologies. Over the course of August and September, the hackathon's mission was to foster innovation around knowledge sharing and collective intelligence in decentralized systems hosted by the Gaia platform.
Over 700+ participants, ranging from developers to AI and web3 enthusiasts, came together to collaborate on innovative solutions aligned with Gaia’s goal of building scalable AI infrastructure that can enhance digital collaboration across industries.
3 reasons you should join the Living Knowledge Systems Hackathon by @gaianet_ai, from @sydneylai, Head of Developer Advocacy.
Register on @hackquest_ → bit.ly/3XlMQ4a
Register on @hackquest_ → bit.ly/3XlMQ4a
With $50,000 in prizes allocated, the event offered participants a dynamic experience, allowed them to engage directly with Gaia’s SaaS product - with the focus to build towards the following scope of prizes:
Design a Living Knowledge System
Integration of Domains and Nodes
Most Innovative Agents or Domains
Create a digital twin of a cultural icon
Build a Integration with Featured Partners
As the conclusion of the hackathon is now met and prizes being distributed, Gaia is now showcasing its ability to to strengthen its position in the AI and decentralized systems space. In particular, its goal for leaving participants more informed with valuable experiences and insights will help contribute to Gaia’s overarching mission, demonstrating its potential in real-world decentralized AI applications and attracting a broader audience to the platform.
Community & Events
Here are the list of events and gatherings we'll be attending and/or hosting:
Permissionless III
Annual summit by Blockworks that will discuss the intersection of AI and crypto, the promise of a L2 future, and how U.S. policy impacts the industry, while also featuring consumer adoption, DeFI, and a hackathon for driving web3 innovation.
October 9-11, Salt Lake City
[REGISTER HERE →]
ETH Global SF
3-day hackathon that offers workshops, plus helping developers to explore the themes of AI integration, zero-knowledge proofs, DeFi, and scaling Ethereum.
October 18-20, SF
[MORE INFO →]
Hiring
Below are the following open positions from our portfolio companies:
- Developer Ambassador, GaiaNet (Remote)
