As 2024 comes to a close, we at Numbers Protocol are thrilled to reflect on an extraordinary year filled with groundbreaking achievements, community growth, and industry recognition. This year was transformative for our mission to enhance digital content authenticity, empower creators, and drive innovation at the intersection of blockchain and AI. Here’s a look at the milestones that shaped our journey and the road ahead.
Product Innovations: Redefining Digital Content Management
- Capture Cam: 1.5 Million Downloads and Counting.
2024 saw Capture Cam surpass 1.5 million downloads, cementing its place as a trusted tool for creators to secure and monetize their digital assets. The app’s seamless integration with our Capture Dashboard provided users with end-to-end solutions for provenance and authenticity. - Capture Dashboard: Enhanced User Experience.
The Capture Dashboard underwent major updates, including advanced synchronization with Capture Cam profiles, a user-friendly interface, and new tools for managing media provenance. These updates strengthened our commitment to simplifying digital content management for creators and enterprises. - Capture Eye: A Game-Changer in Content Integrity.
The introduction of Capture Eye revolutionized media verification. Integrated into major media outlets like China Times, Capture Eye enables users to verify content authenticity in real-time. Within a week of its launch, it achieved over 1,000 views across partner websites, showcasing its potential to reshape trust in digital content.
Strategic Partnerships: Expanding Our Global Footprint
- Media Collaborations: In a landmark partnership, we integrated Capture Eye technology into the platforms of leading news outlets, enhancing transparency and security. This collaboration reflects the increasing demand for blockchain-powered solutions in the media industry.
- Election-Related Projects In 2024, Numbers Protocol demonstrated its commitment to enhancing transparency and trust during elections:
- Taiwan Presidential Election Archiving Project: Leveraged blockchain to archive significant moments of the Taiwan 2024 presidential election.
- Indonesia Digital Integrity Initiative: Partnered with local organizations to combat misinformation during the Indonesian general elections using blockchain-based verification tools.
- India Voter Trust Campaign: Supported media outlets in verifying election coverage and preserving authenticity during India's national elections.
- AI and Blockchain Synergies: Numbers Protocol continued its leadership in aligning blockchain with AI ethics. Through collaborations with industry leaders, we addressed challenges in intellectual property management and content licensing for AI-generated works.
- Web3 Partnerships: This year, Numbers Protocol forged partnerships with innovative Web3 organizations, including Lighthouse, iMe, OpenOrigins, Orange Web3, Plena, Itheum, TARS AI, Moonberg, Port3 Network, GriffinAI, and 0G Labs. These collaborations have expanded our reach and influence in the decentralized ecosystem.
- Global Events and Community Engagement: Our team traveled across Asia, Europe, and America, presenting at major industry events, including the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., and CES San Francisco. These engagements allowed us to connect with global stakeholders and showcase our cutting-edge solutions.
- CES in Las Vegas: Showcased Numbers Protocol's innovative solutions to a global tech audience.
- Paris Blockchain Week: Engaged with blockchain professionals to discuss the future of Web3.
- National Press Club, Washington, D.C.: Presented Numbers Protocol’s innovative technologies to media and policy stakeholders.
- Lab Week in San Francisco: Highlighted Capture Eye and Capture Dashboard to global tech audiences.
- IPTC Conference 2024: Explored digital content standards and innovations.
- Tech4Trust Zurich: Showcased Numbers Protocol’s leadership in trust-building technologies.
- Global Hackathon and AI Workshop with Instill AI: Fostered innovation and collaboration among developers.
- TrustValley Geneva: Discussed blockchain’s role in enhancing transparency.
- EthCC Conference in Brussels: Engaged with the Ethereum and Web3 community to showcase Numbers’ solutions.
- Storytellers+Machines: Participated in discussions about AI and storytelling.
- AiiEyes Workshop: AI 引領電商新時代: Focused on copyright protection and brand value enhancement for e-commerce using AI and blockchain.
- Boston Blockchain Week: Highlighted Numbers Protocol’s contributions to the Web3 ecosystem.
- Asia Blockchain Summit: Strengthened regional partnerships and showcased innovations.
- Token2049 Singapore: Connected with blockchain leaders to discuss industry trends.
- Loy Krathong Festival Recording Initiative: Engaged the community to record and share cultural moments using Capture solutions.
- Devcon & FILBangkok: Presented Numbers Protocol’s innovations to the global blockchain community.
- Creator’s Playbook Workshop: Co-hosted with Matters, highlighting blockchain's role in protecting creator copyrights.
- Funding the Commons Hackathon: Supported and led workshops during this innovative hackathon.
- X Space Discussions: Hosted multiple discussions with Griffin AI and other partners to explore AI and blockchain synergies.
- Taipei Blockchain Week Warm-Up Party: Co-hosted with Pundi AI to discuss innovations and collaboration opportunities.
- Memorandum of Understanding with PundiX AI: Formalized plans to integrate provenance tools into AI-driven content verification.
- 10th DAO Meeting Announcement: Focused on expanding solutions to the Base network and engaging community participation.
Awards and Recognition: Celebrating Excellence
- Industry Accolades:
- Google News Digital Transformation Program: Recognized for our impact on media verification, this program highlighted our innovative use of blockchain for content authenticity.
- 4YFN Awards 2024: Numbers Protocol was selected as one of the top 50 international startups at the 4YFN (4 Years From Now) startup event in Barcelona, showcasing its innovative contributions to the digital content authenticity space.
- Tech4Trust Social Impact Award: This prestigious honor underscored our contributions to building a more trustworthy digital ecosystem.
- Inclusion in the 2025 Blockchain 30 Influential Figures List: Numbers Protocol's co-founder and CTO, Chen Bo-Fu, was featured in the 2025 Blockchain 30 Influential Figures list, highlighting his contributions to enhancing digital content authenticity and provenance through blockchain technology.
- Recognition as a Leader in Generative AI Content Frameworks.
Numbers Protocol’s ERC-7053 standard and contributions to the Starling Framework were highlighted in the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) report titled "Reducing Risks Posed by Synthetic Content: An Overview of Technical Approaches for Digital Content Transparency." This acknowledgment affirms our leadership in generative AI and digital content integrity. - Investor and Industry Trust.
Our inclusion in MMC Ventures' "Ethical AI Exemplars" list was a testament to our leadership in ethical AI and blockchain integration. These accolades reflect our growing reputation as a trailblazer in the tech industry.
Media Features and Press Coverage
Numbers Protocol achieved significant visibility this year, with multiple media mentions and features across digital and blockchain-focused platforms. Highlights include:
- Strategic Media Mentions:
- Coverage in major outlets like POLITICO, Technode Global, and Journalism.co.uk highlighted Numbers Protocol’s contributions to combating misinformation and promoting digital authenticity.
- Major Announcements:
- The milestone of reaching 1 million registered assets was celebrated with coverage in outlets such as Benzinga and CoinTrust.
- The launch of Numbers Protocol’s blockchain verification tools received widespread attention as a solution to fight fake news, reinforcing trust in digital content.
- Special Features:
- Numerous publications recognized Numbers Protocol as a key player in the Web3 ecosystem and blockchain innovation.
- Global Media Reach:
- Numbers Protocol's initiatives were featured internationally, reflecting its expanding global footprint and influence in the Web3 space.
Growth Metrics: A Snapshot of Success
- Platform Performance.
- Over 86 million assets registered on the platform.
- Daily API requests exceeded 400,000.
- Active user base grew by 54%, with Capture Cam downloads up by 230%.
- Community Engagement.
- Hosted interactive events and hackathons to foster innovation and collaboration among creators and developers.
- Launched initiatives like the Creative Origin Alliance, uniting creators to promote ethical AI practices.
NUM Achievements
- NUM Listings:
- Token Burn: Over 18M NUM tokens were burned in 2024, with an additional 6M planned for the end of the year.
Looking Ahead: 2025 and Beyond
As we step into 2025, our focus remains on:
- New Features: Simplifying content securing, showcasing, and monetizing through expanded Capture solutions.
- Global Partnerships: Collaborating with creators, media outlets, and enterprises to broaden our impact.
- Blockchain Innovation: Advancing provenance standards and integrating cutting-edge technologies to serve our community better.
- Exploring Digital Product Passports Strategy: We are eager to delve into Digital Product Passports (DPP) as a key component of our strategy. This initiative aligns with our commitment to sustainability and transparency, allowing consumers to trace the lifecycle of products through blockchain technology. Engaging with industry experts, we aim to revolutionize supply chains and empower consumers with verifiable product information.
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Community and Investors
To our Numbers community and investors, thank you for your unwavering support. Your engagement, feedback, and collaboration have been the driving force behind our success. Together, we’re not just innovating; we’re shaping the future of digital trust and authenticity.
Stay tuned for more updates and join us as we embark on another exciting year. Here’s to an inspiring and impactful 2025!
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