Programs
The YOM ecosystem is driven by active collaboration among content creators, node operators, and community members. To cultivate a thriving environment, the YOM Foundation finances and administers a set of BUILD and EARN programs, each designed to accelerate growth and strengthen network infrastructure. The YOM Foundation oversees initial design and deployment of these programs, using ecosystem allocations to fund programs that drive direct adoption.
EARN Programs
To strengthen the global infrastructure of the YOM network, we have launched the EARN Programs, designed to reward node operators worldwide for maintaining high standards in network performance and reliability. These initiatives specifically target critical aspects of node operations, ensuring stable, efficient, and robust delivery of digital content.
Target Audience: Studios, brands, and developers wanting to launch new projects, games, or experiences on YOM.
Focus: Technical support, financial incentives, and streamlined onboarding.
STREAK Program
The STREAK Program rewards node operators who maintain consistent uptime, thereby elevating the reliability and global coverage of the network Key features:
Eligibility: Operators who keep their nodes online for uninterrupted 6-hour intervals.
Reward Effect: A fixed number of 3 free sessions per 6-hour period is allocated to qualifying nodes, effectively boosting the operator’s earnings without additional resource usage.
Impact: Encourages uptime, ensures session availability in diverse regions, and provides a predictable bonus structure for operators committed to the network’s stability.
BOOST Program
The BOOST Program offers enhanced compensation for operators handling higher-demand or resource-intensive content, aligning network throughput with user needs. Key Features:
Reward Effect: Busy or underserved regions (due to bandwidth constraints or high electricity costs) may qualify for supplementary rewards to ensure top-tier service where it’s most needed.
Impact: High-performance nodes are incentivized to focus on the content that requires the most power, enhancing user experience and meeting surges in demand quickly and efficiently.
BUILD Programs
YOM is at the forefront of transforming how we connect, create, and conduct business in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. We are committed to pioneering solutions that empower studios and creators that enhance the delivery of immersive content on our DePIN.
The advent of more intuitive and user-friendly development software, particularly Unreal Engine 5, has democratized content creation, leading to a surge in user-generated content. Yet, the challenge remains in providing an open network that not only facilitates the publication of this content but also manages it effectively at runtime—a critical gap that YOM aims to fill.
Understanding and integrating new tools into traditional business models is complex, requiring both learning and practical application. This is where YOM's tailored ecosystem programs come into play, designed specifically to support and accelerate our partners' growth within this dynamic environment.
ACCELERATOR Program
The KICKSTART Program is crafted to assist emerging studios in navigating the complexities of the YOM ecosystem, helping them to secure their first project and gain momentum.
Studios must have fewer than 18 full-time employees and demonstrate a need for additional support.
Applicants must pass our technical audit, showing proficiency in Unreal Engine 5 and a history of delivering content.
Participants should be able to effectively represent YOM and commercialize its benefits to potential clients.
Waiver: We offer a waiver of $5,000 in onboarding, services, and training fees.
Grant: Up to $15,000 in development costs are reimbursed, with a 40% reimbursement in $YOM, vested over a period of 24 months.
Co-Marketing: Joint campaigns with major gaming publishers or consumer brands to broaden the YOM user base.
Program Administration & Evolution
Foundation-Led Initiation In the early stages, the YOM Foundation orchestrates program logistics, from designing eligibility criteria to allocating initial funding.
DAO Involvement & Transparency
Over time, the DAO oversees funding proposals for each program, with XP-weighted voting determining budget distributions and rule updates.
On-chain records ensure complete transparency—community members can track expenditures, success metrics, and overall program impact.
Continual Adaptation As user activity scales, these programs will be iteratively refined to address shifting market dynamics—whether it’s surging player demand in certain regions (EARN) or emerging developer needs for new types of content (BUILD).
By investing in robust infrastructure (EARN) and empowering innovative content creation (BUILD), YOM’s Ecosystem Programs strategically drive both breadth and depth of platform adoption. From reliable node coverage worldwide to cutting-edge gaming experiences, these initiatives underscore YOM’s commitment to sustainable, community-centric growth and to ensuring every stakeholder benefits from the network’s expansion.
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