As staunch advocates of decentralization, privacy, and censorship resistance, we firmly believe in the importance of a free and accessible Internet for everyone. That's why we want to introduce you to the key aspects of the Sentinel project—a technological revolution redefining the standards of online confidentiality and security.

The limitations of centralized VPNs

In a world where surveillance and restrictions are increasing, centralized VPNs have become a common solution for protecting online privacy. However, they have major drawbacks:

• Centralized Control: Often managed by single entities, they can be subjected to governmental or commercial pressures.
• Data Collection: Some VPNs collect and store sensitive information about their users.
• Single Points of Failure: An attack or outage can compromise the entire network.

Sentinel Offers a Decentralized Response to Modern Challenges

Sentinel is a decentralized blockchain infrastructure designed to revolutionize the VPN industry by offering decentralized Virtual Private Network (dVPN) solutions. By utilizing the Cosmos framework and the IBC protocol, Sentinel allows the creation and management of independent dVPN applications, providing a more transparent, secure, and private alternative to traditional VPNs.

Decentralized Architecture and Bandwidth Proof

• Total Transparency: Every bandwidth transaction is recorded on the blockchain, ensuring complete verifiability.
• Bandwidth Proof: Guarantees fair and transparent use of the network's resources.
• Elimination of Intermediaries: Reduces dependency on centralized servers, decreasing the risks of censorship or surveillance.

Relay Network for Enhanced Anonymity

• IP Masking: Users can pass through multiple relays before reaching the exit node, thus protecting their identity.
• Increased Protection: Unlike traditional VPNs, the user's IP is never directly exposed, even to the network's nodes.

Towards a DePIN Network

Sentinel aims to evolve into a peer-to-peer bandwidth marketplace, expanding well beyond dVPN services. Inspired by the Akash Network, Sentinel aspires to become a DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network), providing infrastructure for various Web3 applications.

This pragmatic approach, focused on real-world problems, prepares Sentinel for global adoption, including by users unfamiliar with cryptocurrencies, with applications beyond the traditional dVPN.

Bandwidth Marketplace and AI Data Layer

Sentinel has recently announced the development of Sentinel Scout, an AI data layer that will transform the network into a true decentralized bandwidth marketplace. Users will be able to rent out their excess bandwidth to third-party applications, such as data scraping or Web3 content hosting. This innovation opens new economic opportunities while strengthening Sentinel's decentralized ecosystem.

In the AI universe, researchers and developers need three key elements to effectively train their models:

• GPUs: Provided by $AKT.
• Data: Supplied by $DVPN.
• Storage: Offered by $JKL.

Thus, a super AI ecosystem is taking shape on Cosmos.

Sentinel Scout, built on Sentinel's layer-1 DePIN chain, will enable AI developers and researchers to easily access the necessary data to train their models. A simple user interface, in the form of a user-friendly website and command-line interface (CLI) for advanced users, will facilitate interaction with the data layer.

Moreover, anyone can host a "Scout Node" on their Android phone, thereby contributing to Sentinel's AI data layer. Your device will browse the Internet in the background to download the desired data, strengthening the network while respecting your privacy.

$DVPN Token: Utility and Governance

The $DVPN token is at the heart of the Sentinel ecosystem. It serves as the governance mechanism of the network, allowing holders to participate in strategic decisions via staking. Additionally, it is used as a payment method to access dVPN services and to compensate nodes that provide bandwidth.

$DVPN Tokenomics

• Market Capitalization: $17.71 million
• Fully Diluted Valuation (FDV): $26.31 million
• Circulating Supply: 19.63 billion (67.30%)
• Total Supply: 29.17 billion

These figures demonstrate a balanced allocation, supporting the growth and adoption of the Sentinel ecosystem.

Two Solutions for Better Privacy

Sentinel offers two dVPN applications based on its decentralized network, allowing you to choose the one that best suits your needs:

1. Sentinel Shield dVPN: The official Sentinel application, designed to offer an optimal user experience with intuitive features and integrated payments. Ideal for those seeking a turnkey solution with a user-friendly interface.
2. Independent dVPN: An open-source application that also uses the Sentinel network and offers a free and decentralized solution.

Whichever you choose, you benefit from the security, privacy, and reliability of the Sentinel network. Both applications leverage the power of blockchain technology to provide you with a superior service without the drawbacks of centralized VPNs.

Sentinel Shield dVPN: Decentralized Security Accessible to All

The Sentinel Shield dVPN is now available on Android, iOS, iPad, and Mac, offering a cross-platform privacy solution for all your devices.

• Competitive Subscriptions: Enjoy premium service at approximately $1.30 per month (or 1333.33 $DVPN), making online security accessible to everyone.
• Seamless Integration: Easily make payments via Apple Pay and Google Pay for a hassle-free user experience.
• Open-Source Application: The Sentinel Shield dVPN is entirely open-source, ensuring total transparency about its operation.
• Respect for Privacy: The application does not track you and collects no personal data.
• Direct Connection to the Blockchain: Depends on no external servers and connects directly to the dVPN blockchain using custom RPC settings.
• Robust Network: With over 5000 nodes hosted by the community in hundreds of cities, enjoy a fast, stable, and highly secure connection.

📥 Download the application today:

• Android: Sentinel Shield dVPN on Google Play Store
• iOS and Mac: Sentinel Shield dVPN on the App Store

Guide to Using the dVPN Bot with QuickClient

• Access the dVPN Bot on Telegram: Connect to over 2000 servers in 100+ countries, directly from Telegram, for anonymous browsing.
• DVPN Bot on Telegram
• Install QuickClient: Download and install the QuickClient VPN client for easy and quick setup. Download QuickClient here.
• Connect to Servers: Once QuickClient is installed, you can access numerous servers for free in countries like Canada, France, and many others.

For enhanced security, opt for this open-source and decentralized solution that protects your privacy.

Stop using your centralized VPN that monitors all your activity, and access the dVPN bot via Telegram to connect to servers hosted on Sentinel.

Independent dVPN: Free Decentralized VPN Service

Independent dVPN is a free decentralized solution that uses the Sentinel network to offer a secure and anonymous VPN service. This open-source application allows users to protect their online privacy without relying on centralized services. Independent dVPN is ideal for those seeking a more flexible approach to privacy. For more information, visit the Independent dVPN website.

Cosmos dVPN: The Next Evolution

The Cosmos dVPN is coming soon, with payments in $ATOM directly integrated via the IBC protocol. Available on Android and iOS, it will offer a payment gateway via Apple Pay and Google Pay, facilitating access to this service for users of the Cosmos ecosystem.

Staking: An Almost Free VPN!

By staking your $DVPN with Inter Blockchain Services (IBS), you:

• Secure the Network: Contribute to Sentinel's robustness and reliability.
• Earn Rewards: The interest earned can offset the cost of your dVPN subscription.
• Optimize Your Investment: Benefit from a privacy solution at a lower cost while supporting a project aligned with your values.

Join the Movement for a Free Internet

With its innovative approach, Sentinel is redefining the standards of online confidentiality and security. By combining a decentralized architecture, an AI data layer, and a bandwidth marketplace, it positions itself as a key infrastructure of Web3.

Inter Blockchain Services (IBS) is proud to support this initiative as a validator. We invite you to join us in this exciting adventure to build together a New Decentralized World.

To stay abreast of the latest innovations within the Cosmos ecosystem and to follow the progress of many exciting projects, join us on Discord and follow us on Twitter.

Sources

• Documentation Sentinel
• White Paper Sentinel
• Article Sentinel AI Data Laye

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