Cocoon Decentralized Compute Network Goes Live, Offers Confidential AI Processing

The decentralized confidential compute network, Cocoon, has officially launched and is now processing its initial artificial intelligence (AI) requests. Announced by Telegram founder Pavel Durov, the new platform aims to address critical privacy and economic concerns associated with traditional centralized cloud computing providers. The network's official website, Cocoon.tech, is currently operational, with its first AI requests from users already being processed.

Cocoon distinguishes itself by offering "100% confidentiality" for AI requests, a direct challenge to established players like Amazon and Microsoft. Durov stated in his announcement, "> Centralized compute providers such as Amazon and Microsoft act as expensive intermediaries that drive up prices and reduce privacy." Cocoon positions itself as a solution to both the economic and confidentiality issues prevalent in legacy AI compute services.

A core component of Cocoon's decentralized model involves GPU owners, who are already "earning TON" by contributing their computing power to the network. This mechanism incentivizes participation and distributes the computational load across a wider, more private infrastructure. The integration of the TON cryptocurrency facilitates these decentralized transactions and rewards for node operators.

Looking ahead, Cocoon plans for rapid expansion and increased adoption. Durov explained, "> Over the next few weeks, we’ll be onboarding more GPU supply and bringing in more developer demand to Cocoon." This scaling initiative is expected to enhance the network's capacity and reach, with a particular focus on integrating new AI-related features for Telegram users built on Cocoon's confidential capabilities.

The launch of Cocoon enters a rapidly expanding confidential computing market, which was valued at USD 5.39 billion in 2022 and is projected to grow significantly, driven by increasing demands for data privacy and security in AI and cloud environments. Cocoon's emphasis on user control and privacy aligns with broader industry trends seeking to protect sensitive data during processing. Durov affirmed that Cocoon "> will bring control and privacy back where they belong — with users," highlighting its commitment to user-centric data handling.