iExec RLC is a decentralised cloud computing platform that operates on the Ethereum blockchain. It is designed to provide on-demand access to computing resources and technologies for decentralised applications (dApps). The platform connects cloud computing service providers and users in a decentralised, open marketplace, using its native ERC-20 token, RLC, for transactions and incentivising contributions.
iExec RLC operates by leveraging the Ethereum blockchain to enable secure and scalable decentralised cloud computing. It employs the Proof of Contribution consensus mechanism, ensuring providers supply the necessary computational resources and are compensated with RLC tokens. The platform utilises the open-source XtremWeb-HEP protocol to aggregate unused computing resources, making them available to dApps and other platforms. Smart contracts on the Ethereum blockchain manage transactions, ensuring security and transparency in the exchange of computing resources for RLC tokens.
iExec RLC's decentralized cloud computing capabilities can be applied across various industries, offering use cases such as:
iExec RLC was founded on October 16, 2016, by Gilles Fedak and Haiwu He. The founders and their team bring significant expertise in cloud computing and distributed systems. Significant milestones in its history include an Initial Coin Offering (ICO) in 2017, the development of the XtremWeb-HEP protocol, and the introduction of Proof of Contribution for consensus. Moreover, the release of iExec V3 and the Oracle Factory has advanced the platform, with partnerships enhancing its technological capabilities and market presence.