KYVE, the decentralized data validation protocol, andLava Network, the modular data network for scaling access to blockchains, are proud to announce a strategic partnership that is set to redefine the blockchain data landscape as a whole.
This collaboration represents a harmonious blend of KYVE Network’s trustless data tooling and Lava Network’s support for any RPC and API. Through cross-integrations and cross-education, these protocols are dedicated to creating a seamless and enriched data experience benefiting both their node networks and the broader data user community.
Let’s get into the details…
United Efforts: Operating on Both KYVE & Lava
Operating a node on a blockchain requires technical savvy along with high infrastructure costs and resources, which is why it’s important to ensure you’re maximizing the overall value of managing your node. To do so, while also contributing to the streamlining of data for all, you can join KYVE and Lava’s networks!
KYVE and Lava Network both facilitate decentralized blockchain data handling but with different focuses. KYVE’s protocol requiresvalidatorsto run a separate node for each chain to archive, store, and validate chain historical data using a DPoS mechanism.
In contrast, Lava Network operates a permissionless, incentivized network, allowing node operators (“Providers”) to support any API on any chain, routing requests based on performance metrics like latency and uptime.
There’s an overlap in their ecosystems, where running a node on a chain like Cosmos Hub enables participation in KYVE’s validation process and DPoS network, as well as Lava Network’s provider program, enhancing the accessibility and reliability of blockchain data while maximizing the efforts of our node.
→ Read further into the benefits and how to of operating on both networks in Lava’s latest blog.
→ Read further into the benefits and how to of operating on both networks in Lava’s latest blog.
KYVE Brings Trustless Data To Lava Network
Lava providers can already start using KYVE Network’s toolKSYNCfor rapid network syncing with supported chains like Cosmos Hub, Axelar, Cronos, Osmosis, and Archway. VisitKYVE’s web appto try out the auto-generated commands.
KYVE aims to archive and validate Lava’s historical chain data following its imminent mainnet launch. In doing so, Lava’s vast node network will be able to leverage the chain’s trustless data, as well as KSYNC to rapidly sync with their network from genesis and or to any historic block, state, or height in record time.
Additionally, following the launch of the integration, developers will be able to leverage KYVE’sData Pipelineto access and utilize Lava Network’s trustless historical data with ease. This feature simplifies the process of creating dApps, conducting market research, and more, providing a robust foundation for innovation and analysis within the Lava ecosystem.
Lava Offers Incentivized Public RPC For Node Operators
Node operators on KYVE can already use Lava to get RPC access to 30+ networks, including Ethereum, Cosmos Hub, Polygon, Base, Solana, and more.
Lava is in testnet and has created a unique approach to incentivization by partnering with rollups and blockchains directly. Node operators from KYVE can take part in Incentivized Public RPC programs on Lava — join Lava, serve RPC for a chain, and get paid in that chain’s native token.
Ecosystems likeNEAR,Evmos, andAxelarare already paying node operators for Incentivized Public RPC, and developers benefit from the efficient performance routing Lava protocol provides. More chains like Starknet, Filecoin, Koi, and Agoric are coming soon to the program. Kyve node operators can monetize their nodes by contributing them to Lava Network.
Developers can get RPC from Lava by using theirgateway,SDK, orserver kitand plugging it into a network of nodes.
Anyone, including KYVE validators, can also extend Lava’s support directly to KYVE RPC, as well as more chains and APIs by adding modules called “specs”. Specs are simple JSON files defining the methods of an API and their computational cost. The guide to building a spec ishere.
What’s Next
There’s a lot to come from this new partnership. If you’re a node operator, be sure to look into running on the networks, and stay tuned for the upcoming integrations! Demos and other resources are to follow.
With KYVE and Lava, build whatever, wherever, trustlessly!
More About Lava
Lava is the modular data access network for scaling access to any blockchain. Anyone can add in-demand chains and APIs as modules to Lava, with each module being served by a network of node operators competing to offer the best service. RPC is the first service supported by the protocol and already helps developers unlock innovation across 30+ chains.
By leveraging modular architecture and a peer-to-peer network of node operators, Lava powers the universal and performant infrastructure layer for developers to build whatever, wherever.
The Lava Appchain acts as a scalable settlement layer for payments made to node runners by developers. It is built using the Cosmos SDK and Ignite, the industry standards for building custom blockchains.
You can follow Lava’s future announcements onTwitterandDiscord.
More About KYVE
At the core ofKYVE Networklies its innovative decentralized data validation and transfer protocol, a powerhouse driving the network’s efficiency and reliability. This protocol is a cornerstone in ensuring decentralized data validation, immutability, and seamless retrieval. Regardless of the data source, KYVE serves as a conduit to any storage or data availability layer, guaranteeing an enhanced and customizable experience from inception to completion.
KYVE is backed by blockchains and foundations such as Arweave, Ava Labs, Solana Foundation, Interchain, Moonbeam, TheGraph Edge, Parity Foundation, Celo/Composable Finance, Zilliqa, Octopus, Mina Foundation, Aurora, and NEAR Foundation.
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Written by Margaux Stancil, Head of Marketing at KYVE.