The startup provides an open-source network that utilizes a global array of nodes and industry-standard cryptography to deliver secure content without relying on VPNs or Tor. This technology enhances online security for users by enabling safe access to the decentralized web.
Funding
$5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Accessing content on the internet can be restricted by censorship, geographic limitations, and the need for VPNs or Tor, which can be slow and complex to use. Current methods for circumventing these restrictions often lack transparency and can compromise user privacy.
Solution
Substratum offers an open-source network that enables users to access the internet freely and securely without relying on VPNs or Tor. The network is comprised of a global array of nodes that allocate spare computing resources to deliver content. Users who host websites or applications on the network pay other users in cryptocurrency to serve content. End users can access Substratum-hosted content through their regular web browsers without censorship blocks.
Target Audience
The primary users are individuals and organizations seeking unrestricted access to online content, as well as those looking to host websites and applications in a censorship-resistant environment.
Features
- Decentralized network architecture utilizing a global array of nodes
- Cryptocurrency-based payment system for incentivizing node operators
- Compatibility with standard web browsers for seamless user experience
- Open-source platform allowing for community-driven development and transparency
- Hosting service enabling censorship-resistant content delivery
- API and SDK available for developing applications on the Substratum platform
- AI-driven network intelligence for optimal content delivery
- Advanced compression algorithms to minimize latency