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<a style="text-decoration:none" href="https://medium.com/story-protocol/introducing-story-protocol-cadddfdb3dac" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Story Protocol</a> is a Layer 1 blockchain platform developed by Programmable IP (PIP) Labs. It aims to transform the way intellectual property (IP) is managed in the digital age, particularly in the context of the rapidly evolving AI landscape.&nbsp;
Creators can track, manage, and monetize their creations, from inception through every stage of their lifecycle, with Story Protocol by tokenizing IP.
<h2 dir="ltr" id="span-span-the-vision-behind-story-protocol-span-span">The Vision Behind Story Protocol</h2>
Story Protocol&nbsp;<a style="text-decoration:none" href="https://learn.story.foundation/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">addresses</a> a growing concern in the creative industry: the potential for IP theft and exploitation, especially with the rise of AI-generated content.&nbsp;
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Traditional IP laws and frameworks are often inadequate to deal with the challenges posed by digital content's ease of replication and distribution. Story Protocol seeks to fill this gap by providing a decentralized platform that ensures creators retain control over their work and are fairly compensated whenever it is used or modified.
<h2 dir="ltr" id="span-span-how-story-protocol-works-span-span">How Story Protocol Works</h2>
At the heart of Story Protocol is the concept of tokenizing IP, turning creative works—such as prose, images, or audio—into digital assets that can be tracked and managed on the blockchain.&nbsp;
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This tokenization allows creators to register their IP on Story Protocol, creating a permanent and immutable record of their work. As a result, the origin of the content is always traceable, and any subsequent use or modification can be monitored.
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Story Protocol's architecture is built on two main components: data structures and modules, referred to as "nouns" and "verbs."&nbsp;
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The data structures store relevant IP metadata, effectively creating "IP legos" that represent the core components of a creative work. These structures form the foundation for tracking the provenance and attribution of IP.
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Modules, on the other hand, are the functional elements of the protocol. They allow users to interact with the IP in various ways, such as licensing, creating derivative works, or setting up revenue streams.&nbsp;
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For example, a licensing module enables the creation of programmable licenses, allowing creators to define how their work can be used by others without the need for lengthy legal negotiations.
<h2 dir="ltr" id="span-span-building-on-blockchain-span-span">Building on Blockchain</h2>
The entire Story Protocol infrastructure is built on blockchain technology, offering a decentralized solution for IP management.&nbsp;
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The Story Protocol team believes decentralization is crucial because it eliminates the need for intermediaries, such as centralized platforms or legal entities, to distribute and monetize creative content. As a result, creators can directly interact with their audience and partners, ensuring that all transactions are transparent and untampered with.
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Story Protocol is designed to be fully compatible with existing blockchain ecosystems, particularly the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM).&nbsp;
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Story Protocol is compatible with other decentralized applications (dApps) and blockchain networks, enhancing its utility. The protocol is being developed using the Cosmos SDK, which allows for high scalability and interoperability across different blockchain networks.
<h2 dir="ltr" id="span-span-the-future-of-ip-in-the-ai-era-span-span">The Future of IP in the AI Era</h2>
As AI continues to play a more significant role in content creation, the need for a robust IP management system becomes even more critical. Story Protocol’s ability to track and manage IP across its entire lifecycle is particularly valuable for AI developers.&nbsp;
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For instance, AI models and their outputs can be registered as IP on the platform, allowing developers to monitor how their models are being used and evolve over time. This capability opens up new possibilities for monetizing AI-generated content, such as licensing fees or royalties for derivative works.
<h2 dir="ltr" id="span-span-recent-developments-and-funding-span-span">Recent Developments and Funding</h2>
On August 21, 2024, PIP Labs&nbsp;<a style="text-decoration:none" href="https://x.com/StoryProtocol/status/1826227872455106967" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">raised</a> $80 million in a Series B funding round led by a16z crypto, bringing their total funding to $140 million. The round included notable investors like Polychain Capital, Stability AI's SVP Scott Trowbridge, and digital art collector Cozomo de' Medici.&nbsp;
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With this Series B round, PIP Labs has raised $140 million to date. The company raised $54 million in a Series A funding round led by a16z crypto last year.&nbsp;
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 1/ Announcing $140M in total fundraising to build Story, the World’s IP Blockchain. <a href="https://t.co/9M3tqqYcvO" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">pic.twitter.com/9M3tqqYcvO</a>— Story (꧁IP꧂) (@StoryProtocol) <a href="https://twitter.com/StoryProtocol/status/1826227872455106967?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">August 21, 2024</a>
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