Conclusion

Space AI is a system for data transmission without relying on trust. We began with satellite-based internet infrastructure, which provided extensive coverage but lacked coordination among decentralized nodes. We introduced a blockchain system to match data transmitters with requesters to solve this, enabling service exchange and payment without requiring trust. Digital signatures offer verifiable proof of participation in each data transmission. The network transparently lists nodes’ track records and availability and identifies free riders.

Space AI’s network must be location and specification-agnostic, allowing any node to join by following the protocol to realize the goals above. Nodes can participate as data transmitters, but they only earn fees if selected by requesters and if they fulfill the transmission request. The token incentivizes increased data transmission capacity where demand exists. Participants vote with their token stake for protocol upgrades, signaling acceptance of new versions. The consensus mechanism allows for any necessary protocol changes while aligning the incentive with token ownership.