POKT Network broadens blockchain data accessibility with the addition of 3 fresh gateways
POKT Network, in collaboration with Developer DAO, Porters (backed by Raid Guild), and Chainstack, has expanded its decentralized infrastructure by launching three new Gateways. This move aims to provide developers with improved access to over 60 blockchains, aligning with POKT Network’s strategy to enhance API accessibility across the web through its Universal RPC Base Layer.
According to a press release shared with Crypto.news, the addition of these Gateways signifies a significant milestone for POKT Network and its ecosystem, as it offers reliable and cost-effective data access solutions to developers and enterprises, ultimately enhancing application quality and user experience.
Dermot O’Riordan, Director at the POKT Network Foundation, compared these Gateways to Layer 2 solutions in terms of scalability improvement, enabling builders to directly connect to a scalable and dependable decentralized infrastructure. Riordan added that by accommodating unprecedented access and demand, POKT Network is not only expanding its network capabilities but also laying the foundation for a future where secure and universally available access to any large open data source is possible.
The Gateways allow a wide range of businesses to provide access to POKT Network’s infrastructure without the need for direct maintenance, promoting a decentralized business model. This structure aims to reduce market entry times, operational costs, and shift focus towards enhancing customer service.
POKT Network has rapidly expanded its Gateway offerings since its inception, growing from a single Gateway to six in just seven months, demonstrating a strategic effort to improve network capacity.
Daniel Olshansky, Head of Protocol at POKT Network, explained that this strategy enables a division of responsibilities, with protocol participants focusing on infrastructure maintenance, Gateways on performance, and users gaining access to reliable and affordable services.
The collaboration with Developer DAO, Porters, and Chainstack holds significant potential for driving network growth and innovation. Developer DAO, for example, plans to reinvest RPC revenues into public goods, highlighting a model where technological advancements serve the common good. Porters and Chainstack bring technical expertise and substantial volume potential to the partnership.
Looking ahead, POKT Network is preparing for the Shannon Upgrade in the summer of 2024. This upgrade aims to simplify integration for RPC providers and projects, making it easier to access data across different blockchains and AI. The upgrade is expected to support a wider range of use cases and foster collaboration within the decentralized data infrastructure space.
