Refraction Launches $IRL Rewards Program at Buenos Aires AI x Open Media Forum Co-Hosted with Livepeer
Buenos Aires, Argentina – Livepeer and Refraction are set to host the "AI x Open Media Forum" in Buenos Aires, Argentina, culminating in the launch of Refraction's new rewards program, $IRL. The event, taking place at Valerie’s Factory, aims to foster discussions around the future of open, censorship-resistant media and the transformative role of artificial intelligence in the creative sphere. This initiative underscores a collaborative effort to shape the next wave of digital art, music, and culture.
The forum is designed to be highly interactive, moving beyond traditional panels to facilitate hands-on engagement. Attendees will participate in "breakout discussions, lightnight talks (no shilling), a post-production zine, and a cheeky happy hour," as highlighted by Rich O'Grady in a recent social media post. This format encourages participants, including artists, developers, and researchers, to explore tools, share insights, and contribute to strengthening open media protocols.
Livepeer, a global compute network for real-time AI video, is presenting the forum. The organization focuses on building open infrastructure for decentralized video processing, enabling capabilities like real-time content creation and advanced communication AI. Livepeer's platform supports everything from transcoding to livestreaming, leveraging a decentralized network of GPUs to handle high demand.
Refraction, co-curating the event, operates as an artist-owned community dedicated to advancing digital art and culture both online and on-chain. The two entities have a history of collaboration, including joint research into the future of creator-led streaming and decentralized media, emphasizing their commitment to artist-led innovation. Refraction seeks to challenge contemporary cultural frameworks through its events and initiatives.
The event will also feature the official launch of $IRL, Refraction's new culture rewards program. This initiative represents a significant step towards incentivizing community engagement and support for cultural endeavors within the decentralized ecosystem. The program aims to reward individuals for their participation and contributions, fostering a vibrant and active community around emerging digital art and media.
Key contributors to the event include Kaitlyn Davies, Nick Hollins, and Miss Lizzy Art, who were specifically acknowledged by Rich O'Grady "for making this a reality 🔥." These individuals are recognized figures in the Web3 space, known for their work in community building, strategic initiatives, and digital art, further emphasizing the event's focus on a collaborative and artist-centric approach to decentralized media. The forum and launch collectively signal a continued push towards innovation at the intersection of AI, Web3, and creative expression.