Gradient Network Heats Up: Season 1 Underway & Future Rewards on the Horizon!
Gradient Network, a leading DePIN project building a decentralized global network on Solana, has been buzzing with activity! Recent updates indicate a strategic shift towards optimizing incentives for its growing community and provide strong hints at exciting future opportunities for airdrop hunters. If you’re running a Sentry Node or looking to get involved, pay close attention!
Season 1 Has Landed!
Gradient Network officially launched Season 1 on April 15, 2025. This new phase is designed to rebalance incentives, ensuring a more efficient and rewarding experience for its vast network of Sentry Nodes. Key changes for Season 1 participants include:
- More Points per Tap: Successful “Taps” now yield increased points, encouraging quality contributions.
- Daily Caps on Tap Rewards: A new daily cap has been implemented to prioritize consistent, quality engagement over sheer volume.
- Uptime Rewards Adjustment: Uptime rewards will gradually phase out over time, shifting the focus to active participation.
- Automatic Updates: Sentry Node and Dashboard updates were handled automatically, ensuring a seamless transition for all participants.
For more details on Season 1:
Edge Host Pilot Program: A New Frontier
Beyond Sentry Nodes, Gradient Network introduced the Edge Host Pilot Program as its first step towards “Homogenized Computation” – unifying globally distributed compute resources. This program is specifically looking for:
- Data centers with idle or underutilized bandwidth/GPU resources.
- Individual contributors with powerful and high-availability compute resources.
This initiative opens new avenues for participation and potential future rewards beyond the traditional Sentry Node setup. The team has hinted that this is just the beginning for new ways to interact with Sentry Nodes as more compute resources are aggregated.
Learn more about the Edge Host Program and how to apply:
What’s Cooking Next?
While no specific airdrop details have been officially announced, Gradient Network’s recent communications strongly hint at significant future developments. The team has been “busy cooking in the back kitchen” and has teased that “things are in motion (plural),” suggesting multiple exciting initiatives are on their way. This often signals potential new incentives, rewards, or even airdrops for loyal participants. Stay vigilant and keep those nodes running!
Key Event Timeline:
| Event | Date (UTC) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Edge Host Pilot Program Launch | March 18, 2025 | Introduction of a new program for aggregating compute resources, opening new earning avenues. |
| Season 1 Incentives Announced | April 10, 2025 | Details on updated points system, daily caps, and uptime reward adjustments for Sentry Nodes. |
| Season 1 Official Start | April 15, 2025 | New incentive structure for Sentry Nodes goes live. |
| Future Developments Teased | May 13 - June 10, 2025 | Hints about multiple upcoming “things in motion” and significant progress behind the scenes. |
Action for Airdrop Hunters:
If you’re already operating a Gradient Sentry Node, continue to ensure its uptime and active participation to maximize your “Taps” and points under the new Season 1 rules. If you possess significant compute resources, consider exploring the new Edge Host Pilot Program for potentially new ways to earn. Keep a close eye on Gradient Network’s official announcements for any further hints on future rewards or airdrops!