Polygon Labs has collaborated with Fleek, an on-chain cloud computing platform, to underpin some of Polygon’s most crucial open-source projects.
This collaboration aims to tailor Fleek’s onchain cloud infrastructure to meet the demands of developers using Polygon’s CDK (Composite Developer’s Kit).
Fleek is set to revolutionize cloud services within the blockchain sector with the launch of its first public testnet. This includes the introduction of CDN (Content Delivery Network) and JavaScript Runtime services through its pioneering Edge Functions. This development marks a notable shift towards more efficient and performance-oriented web services in the blockchain landscape.
Harrison Hines, CEO of Fleek, highlighting its potential to enhance the infrastructure for blockchain developers.
“Our goal is to develop web services that not only benefit from decentralization and self-sovereignty but also excel in performance, cost-efficiency, and developer experience,” Hines added.
The collaboration is timely, as traditional blockchain solutions often fall short in performance when tasked with delivering conventional web services. Fleek’s approach leverages decentralization for enhanced security and operational performance. Early tests have been promising, with Fleek demonstrating significant performance advantages over conventional cloud platforms like AWS and Vercel.
For instance, in edge function testing, Fleek recorded a Time to First Byte (TTFB) of 37.02 milliseconds—substantially faster than AWS Lambdas at 274.22 milliseconds and Vercel Serverless at 103.09 milliseconds. These results underscore Fleek’s capability to offer more efficient web solutions.
“By integrating Fleek’s innovative solutions, we are enhancing the flexibility and diversity of the Polygon network, which is crucial for the ongoing development of the blockchain ecosystem,” said Sandeep Nailwal, Co-Founder of Polygon Labs.
Polygon CDK, already in use by high-profile projects such as IDEX and Immutable, is essential for developers aiming to launch new L2 chains on Ethereum. The existing reliance on corporate cloud infrastructures like AWS has been costly and fraught with issues such as censorship and security vulnerabilities. Fleek’s new model promises a decentralized, low-cost, and secure alternative that could significantly disrupt traditional cloud services.
Moreover, Fleek’s model, which operates its global network of web infrastructure algorithmically, reduces typical cloud operation costs by minimizing human-related expenses, which usually make up 75-80% of the total costs. This algorithmic management not only cuts costs but also reduces the time developers spend on routine maintenance and DevOps tasks, further enhancing the appeal of Fleek’s platform.
The shift towards decentralized, algorithm-driven cloud networks could mirror the success seen in models like Uber and Airbnb, which have transformed their respective industries by decentralizing supply and optimizing operations through technology.