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What Is Livepeer?
Livepeer is the open video compute layer for the AI era. It powers apps that stream, transform, and remix video - all with low latency. Built on a decentralised network of GPUs, Livepeer lets developers and creators run high-performance video and AI workflows without relying on expensive cloud infrastructure.##- 🧱 Fully programmable, composable video infrastructure
- 🌍 Runs on a global, open GPU network - not cloud monopolies
- 💰 Pay-as-you-go, usage-based pricing - no over-provisioning
- 🔓 Open source, developer-first, no gatekeeping
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Build and Create
- 🎨 Build apps that remix live video with AI (like Daydream)
- 🛠 Stream, transcode, and deliver high-quality video at scale - with just a few API calls
- 🤖 Run real-time inference: avatars, effects, game visuals, scene analysis, and more
- 🧠 Plug into ComfyUI with ComfyStream for real-time workflows
- 🎛 Run your own nodes (or earn by staking) to support and monetise GPU workloads
- 💰 Earn by delegating your LPT and vote in governance processes
Project Showcase
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Why Livepeer
Livepeer offers a decentralised, open-source platform for video streaming and AI that dramatically reduces costs by utilising idle compute resources. It provides:- Transparency via blockchain verification
- Scalability for high-demand workloads
- AI integration and modular machine-learning pipelines
- Developer tools for fast innovation
- Earnings for GPU operators and LPT holders
Soaring Video Demand
~80% of internet traffic, and emerging formats (4K, VR, interactive live streams) are driving ever-higher bandwidth and compute needs. Infrastructure must keep up with this exponential growth.
AI + Video Convergence
Emerging AI formats like real-time video generation, editing, and upscaling are creating new demands for flexible, cost-effective infrastructure.
Open Innovation
Livepeer is built on open-source principles, fostering a community-driven ecosystem that accelerates innovation.