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Audius
Audius is a decentralized music streaming protocol built on blockchain technology, including Ethereum and Solana. It empowers artists and fans by offering features like $AUDIO token rewards for engagement and end-to-end encrypted direct messaging, all supported by a decentralized network of node operators.
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Description
Audius is a decentralized, community-run music streaming platform built on blockchain technology, including Ethereum and Solana, that directly connects artists and fans. It empowers artists with features like free unlimited uploads, immutable records for their work, and tools to grow their fanbase, such as direct messaging and remix contests. The platform is governed by its users through the native $AUDIO token, which also unlocks premium features and rewards for engagement. The protocol's architecture relies on a decentralized network of node operators for content storage and data indexing. Through its grants program, run by the Open Audio Foundation, Audius supports the development of new apps and tools to expand its ecosystem, providing a music infrastructure with built-in rights administration for developers to build upon.Grant Funding
VC Funding
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2020
2021
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$8.1M