devtools.fm: Developer Tools, Open Source, Software Development Eli Mallon - Streamplace and the future of decentralized video streaming
Apr 28, 2025
Eli Mallon, founder of Streamplace and a pioneer in decentralized video solutions, discusses the future of video streaming. He shares the challenges of building platforms that prioritize user engagement and alternatives to centralized models like Twitch. The conversation dives into content ownership, monetization strategies, and the potential of micropayments for supporting creators. Additionally, Eli explores how decentralized technology can reshape social media, emphasizing the need for sustainable and accessible digital experiences for everyday users.
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Livepeer's Decentralized Transcoding
- Livepeer reduces video transcoding cost drastically using a decentralized network of orchestrators.
- It leverages consumer-grade GPUs to handle streams cheaper than centralized providers like Google or Amazon.
The Birth of StreamPlace
- Eli pitched StreamPlace as a project focused on decentralized social video dedicated to live streams and VODs.
- The proposal was approved, and he left Livepeer to start StreamPlace in July last year.
Decentralized Video with Cryptographic Signing
- StreamPlace models live streams as one-second MP4 segments signed cryptographically for authenticity.
- This allows decentralized broadcast while ensuring viewers trust the source even from untrusted hosts.