FAQs

1. What is the Pictor Network? Our Mission and Belief?

What is the Pictor Network?

Pictor Network is a decentralized GPU render network that leverages blockchain technology. It consists of a large number of workers (computers) distributed globally. This network is designed to quickly meet the rendering needs of customers anywhere, utilizing powerful GPU systems to ensure high performance and flexible scalability.

Our Mission and Belief?

Our mission is to revolutionize the rendering industry by providing a decentralized, efficient, and scalable GPU render network. We believe that decentralizing GPU resources through blockchain technology will democratize access to high-performance rendering services, enhance security, and reduce costs. Our global network quickly meets the rendering needs of creators and businesses. Our belief is reinforced by positive user feedback, our commitment to transparency, collaboration, and our dedicated development team. We are confident that Pictor is delivering practical benefits and has the potential to transform the rendering industry.

2. How does Pictor Network get more Creators?

Pictor Network has a strategic approach to attract more Creators, building on our strengths in user base, compatibility, and affordability.

Leverage of Existing User Base (300,000+ Web2 Users):
Pictor’s foundation is built on an alliance of four successful render farms (3S Cloud Render Farm, iRender Farm, Super Renders Farm, and Chip Render Farm) with 300,000 Web2 users. Pictor facilitates the transition from Web2 to Web3, moving these users to Pictor Network. We ensure that users are retained and empowered to leverage the network’s decentralized capabilities by offering a seamless migration process and familiar workflows.
Comprehensive 3D Software and Rendering Engine Support:
We at Pictor differentiate ourselves by supporting all 3D software and rendering engines, such as Blender, Cinema 4D, Redshift, Octane, etc. This compatibility allows 3D Creators to adopt our network without altering their workflows, streamlining onboarding and broadening our reach across creative industries.
Affordable Pricing with Cost Savings of Up to 80-90%:
Our decentralized architecture allows us to offer rendering services at prices that are 80-90% lower than traditional cloud providers like AWS and Google Cloud. This cost efficiency is achieved through a unique bidding system and decentralized resources, giving Creators affordable, high-performance options. Our pricing model makes us highly competitive while opening new markets, including smaller studios and independent artists.

3. How does Pictor get more Workers?

Pictor Network offers multiple incentives and opportunities for Workers to join the network, monetize their resources, and maximize their earning potential.

Monetization of Idle GPUs:
Pictor enables Workers to earn income by renting out their idle GPUs when they are not in use. This turns unused hardware into a revenue stream, allowing individuals or organizations with excess computing power to capitalize on their existing infrastructure. Whether from individual setups or large-scale data centers, Workers can easily join the network and start earning.
Bidding System for Job Allocation:
Pictor’s bidding system allows Workers to compete for rendering jobs by offering competitive rates, helping them secure more tasks and increase their earnings. Workers can adjust their bids based on network demand and their own availability, providing flexibility and the ability to maximize their token rewards.
Mining Tool for Additional Rewards:
When rendering jobs are unavailable, Workers can utilize Pictor’s mining tool to continue earning rewards. This guarantees that even during low job volume, Workers can maintain profitability and generate a steady income stream from their hardware.

4. Why does Pictor transition from Web2 to Web3?

Pictor is transitioning from Web2 to Web3 to leverage the benefits of decentralization and scalability, which provide significant operational and financial advantages:

Utilization of Community GPUs:
By moving to Web3, we tap into the community’s idle GPU resources, avoiding the need to purchase expensive hardware from manufacturers like NVIDIA. This decentralized model reduces dependency on a single supplier and cuts costs while ensuring a more diverse and resilient network of computing power.
Scalability Through Underutilized Resources:
Web3 enables us to access a vast number of underutilized GPUs that are otherwise left idle. By incorporating these resources into our decentralized network, we can scale more efficiently without heavy hardware investments, turning unused GPUs into productive assets that meet increasing demand.

5. How does Pictor scale up after transitioning to Web3?

Pictor’s transition to Web3 is not just a technological shift but a strategic move aimed at scaling the network efficiently. Our growth plan is built around two key elements:

Migration of Existing Users:
We already have a strong foundation of over 300,000 users in Web2, originating from an alliance of four established render farms. By migrating this existing user base to Web3, Pictor ensures a smooth scaling process. These users are familiar with our services, allowing us to quickly gain traction in the Web3 environment and continue growing our network.
Partnerships with Global Render Farms:
In addition to leveraging our existing user base, we plan to partner with other large-scale render farms globally, around 20 in total. These partnerships allow us to tap into vast pools of both Creators and GPU Workers, accelerating network growth and increasing our capacity to meet rising demand. By driving both demand for rendering services and supplying GPU resources, these collaborations will significantly enhance our ability to scale efficiently.

6. Will Pictor’s existing Workers lose money with Web3’s lower pricing?

No, Pictor’s existing Workers will continue to earn through multiple revenue streams, ensuring they remain profitable even with Web3’s lower pricing:

Creator Payments:
Workers will still receive payments directly from Creators for rendering tasks, ensuring consistent earnings based on the volume of jobs they secure.
Mining Rewards:
When rendering jobs are unavailable, Workers can still generate income through Pictor’s mining tool, allowing them to continuously profit from their idle GPU resources.
Early Contributor Rewards (Potential): Existing Workers may also benefit from potential early contributor rewards, offering additional incentives for their early participation and contribution to the network.

7. The Surge in Cloud Computing Demand Leading to Supply Shortages and How We Address the Issue?

The rapid growth in cloud computing demand, particularly driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and computer-generated imagery (CGI), has led to significant supply shortages. AI applications, including machine learning, deep learning, and data analytics, require immense computational power. This surge has outpaced the expansion of cloud infrastructure, leading to a bottleneck in available resources. The explosion in demand has strained the supply chain, causing hardware shortages and increasing competition for limited resources.

Now, let’s delve into the CGI and 3D industry.

In the past, 3D images had low resolution, few details, and basic lighting effects. Rendering quality was limited by hardware and software capabilities. VR devices had low resolution, narrow field of view, and high latency. AR applications were simple, the technology was still in its infancy, and they were not widely applied.

However, nowadays, with the explosion of technology, the standards for 3D rendering are increasingly high. Along with the rapid development of VR and AR technology, there is a significant demand for computational resources to process and render complex content. Despite the availability of many powerful GPUs, not all of them are used efficiently for rendering tasks.

In contrast, the supply of cloud computing resources is limited. This shortage is caused by restricted infrastructure, hardware shortages due to supply chain disruptions, and the rapid growth of demand outpacing expansion capabilities. Intense competition and limited investment in infrastructure exacerbate this situation, leading to higher costs, reduced performance, and service interruptions.

To address this issue, we at Pictor Network have developed a decentralized GPU render network. By leveraging blockchain technology, we connect thousands of GPUs from around the world, utilizing idle resources to meet the growing demand. This approach not only enhances supply capabilities but also optimizes costs, improves performance, and ensures data security for Creators. Our model allows us to swiftly and flexibly meet the rendering needs of creators and businesses globally.

8. How Do We Differ from AWS and Other Centralized Render Farms?

Because we come from an alliance of render farms with many years of providing rendering services in the web2 platform, with experience working with over 300,000 customers in more than 100 countries around the world, we understand very well the limitations that the web2 platform and our customers face. Therefore, we aim to be a bridge to bring web3 technology to web2 customers so that our customers can enjoy the tremendous value that web3 technology and the decentralized rendering network bring.

Here are the differences we have identified between Pictor Network and centralized rendering platforms like AWS or other render farms.

Decentralization

Pictor Network: We leverage a decentralized network of GPUs distributed globally, utilizing idle resources from various sources. This ensures high availability and flexibility.
AWS and Other Centralized Render Farms: Typically rely on centralized data centers, which can lead to bottlenecks and higher costs.

Cost Efficiency

Pictor Network: By using idle GPU resources, we offer competitive pricing, reducing costs for users significantly.
AWS and Other Centralized Render Farms: Often have higher operational costs due to maintaining large data centers, leading to higher prices for end-users.

Scalability and Flexibility

Pictor Network: Our decentralized network model allows for easy and flexible scaling, adapting quickly to varying demands without the constraints of physical infrastructure.
AWS and Other Centralized Render Farms: Scaling can be limited by the physical capacity of their data centers, which can be expensive and time-consuming to expand.

Performance and Reliability

Pictor Network: With a global network of powerful GPUs, we ensure high performance and reliability, distributing workloads efficiently to prevent overload.
AWS and Other Centralized Render Farms: While reliable, they can suffer from performance issues during peak times due to centralized resource allocation.

Security and Transparency

Pictor Network: We use blockchain technology to enhance security and transparency, ensuring all transactions and processes are verifiable and tamper-proof.

AWS and Other Centralized Render Farms: Depend on centralized security measures, which can be vulnerable to breaches and lack transparency.

9. How is the Pictor Network different from other existing Web3 rendering networks?

In the current landscape of decentralized rendering services, the Render Network is a main player. While Pictor Network and the Render Network share a similar model of decentralized rendering, there are distinct differences that set us apart from the Render Network.

1. Web3 services

The Render Network focuses only on decentralized rendering services, without additional services to support other parts of the creative workflow.

In contrast, Pictor Network goes beyond just rendering. We offer a complete ecosystem designed to meet a variety of creative needs:

3D Rendering: Like Render Network, Pictor Network provides efficient decentralized rendering, but with a broader range of GPU and CPU resources available, making it ideal for handling large, complex 3D projects.
Ultra Render AI: This tool offers image and video upscaling powered by AI, allowing creators to quickly enhance visual quality without needing additional software.
Render Collab: A frame review and feedback tool that streamlines collaboration. It enables real-time feedback and revisions, improving team efficiency and minimizing errors in the final output.

2. Supported software

The Render Network currently supports only OctaneRender, Cinema 4D, and Redshift (in Beta only), limiting its flexibility for users with different rendering needs. In contrast, Pictor is designed to support all 3D software and rendering engines, providing broader compatibility. As a centralized render farm in a Web2 platform, we’ve gained a deep understanding of various rendering software. This expertise enables us to support a wide range of rendering software. We have a clear roadmap for expanding our supported software, with the following stages:

Stage 1: Blender, Cinema 4D, Redshift, and OctaneRender – top industry favorites widely used for Animation, Motion Graphics, Architecture, Product design, etc.
Stage 2: Unreal Engine, Unity, and Omniverse – three big names at the forefront of the Metaverse and GameFi revolutions, leading the way in real-time rendering for immersive and interactive experiences.
Stage 3: Generative AI such as AI Image Generator (Midjourney, DALL-E, Stable Diffusion, etc) and AI Video Generator (Synthesia, InVideo, Pictory, Colossyan, etc).
Stage 4: All rendering software, enables users to render any type of content. This stage will mark a major milestone in our mission to democratize access to rendering power, and to enable creators to bring their most ambitious projects to life.

For more details, please refer to our Supported 3D Software.

3. File-upload method

The Render Network primarily relies on web-based uploads, which can lead to file size and upload speed limitations. On the other hand, Pictor offers a desktop application, enabling the upload of larger files without significant speed or size constraints. This makes Pictor a more suitable choice for large-scale projects that require efficient file handling.

4. Supported file format

While the Render Network primarily requires users to export their scenes as ORBX files using Octane Standalone or OctaneRender-supported plugins, or alternatively as .c4d files for Cinema 4D projects, it remains limited to these formats. This can restrict creators to specific tools and workflows. In contrast, Pictor offers unparalleled file format support, accepting a wide range of file types without any limitations. This allows users to work with their preferred file formats and rendering software.

While the Render Network is a well-known player in the decentralized rendering space, we offer several distinct advantages that make us a more appealing choice for users. With support for all rendering engines, a desktop application for efficient file transferring, and broad file format compatibility, Pictor Network provides a more flexible rendering solution for the current complex rendering pipelines.

Moreover, we have a strong existing customer base of over 300,000 clients from our alliance of four render farms in Web2: 3S Cloud Render Farm, iRender Farm, Super Renders Farm, and Chip Render Farm. We aim to transition our centralized render farm customers, as well as numerous other artists and studios in the billion-dollar 3D rendering market, to Web3 and enable them to leverage the advantages of a decentralized network.

10. Why is Our System Faster, Cheaper, and More Diverse Compared to Centralized Platforms Like AWS?

Pictor Network offers a more cost-effective and faster solution compared to traditional cloud providers. By utilizing underused resources such as independent data centers and consumer GPUs, we deliver computing services at a significantly lower cost than conventional cloud providers.

Our speed advantage comes from avoiding the time-consuming processes associated with traditional cloud services. Providers like AWS require extensive KYC details, and long-term contracts, and often have waitlists for popular hardware. Securing GPU resources from these providers can take up to two weeks.

Pictor Network eliminates these limitations, enabling users to access GPU resources almost instantly. This combination of speed and cost-efficiency makes the Pictor Network 10 to 20 times more effective than traditional cloud providers.

11. How Does Our More Democratic and Liberal Pricing Model Work?

In Pictor network, GPU/CPU providers, known as Workers, bid for computing jobs. Unlike traditional cloud computing platforms where prices are set by the service provider, the cost for rendering GPU/CPU power on Pictor Network is determined by the Workers themselves.

This innovative approach means that pricing is directly influenced by real-time supply and demand within the cloud computing market. As a result, costs can fluctuate based on current market conditions, ensuring a more fair and transparent pricing structure.

By allowing Workers to set their own prices, Pictor Network creates a decentralized ecosystem where market forces naturally dictate the cost. This method not only democratized the cloud computing market, making it more equitable and fair, but also provides greater freedom and flexibility for both Workers and users. It aligns perfectly with the principles of decentralization and user empowerment, fostering a more open and dynamic market environment.

12. How Do We Address Supply-Demand Asymmetry and Optimize Energy Usage to Help Keep the Earth Greener in the Long Term?

More and more artists, developers, businesses, and organizations need rendering services to process images, videos, 3D models, AI/ML, and various other applications. This creates a large and continuously growing demand for rendering services.

Although many people possess powerful GPUs, not all of them participate in the network providing rendering services. This leads to a discrepancy between the number of available GPUs and the number of GPUs actually used for rendering tasks. Additionally, the underutilization of idle GPUs results in a waste of resources and substantial computational potential. The primary reason for this is the lack of connection between users and providers.

By dynamically allocating rendering tasks to the most available and energy-efficient GPUs around the world, we reduce overall energy consumption. This helps to utilize existing resources without the need for additional energy-intensive data centers. Using idle GPUs helps to reduce waste and optimize the energy already consumed in producing these devices.

A decentralized GPU rendering network reduces the need for large data centers, which are significant contributors to carbon emissions. By distributing tasks across smaller, energy-efficient devices, we lower overall carbon emissions.

We choose the most environmentally friendly blockchain possible, using Proof of Stake instead of Proof of Work to minimize energy consumption and computational resource usage, and also encourage the use of renewable energy sources within our network to power GPUs, further reducing environmental impact, thereby reducing the negative impact on the environment.

13. What is a DePIN and how does Pictor Network fit?

DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks) are decentralized physical infrastructure networks that use blockchain technology and decentralized mechanisms to manage and distribute resources. Instead of relying on a few centralized service providers, DePIN leverages distributed resources from various sources, including personal devices, businesses, and organizations worldwide. Pictor Network fits the DePIN model because it utilizes idle resources from multiple sources, uses blockchain technology to ensure transparency and security, has flexible scalability, and provides high performance and reliability. This allows Pictor Network to effectively meet user demands and optimize resource utilization globally.

14. What type of GPUs does Pictor Network offer?

Currently, we offer the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090, and RTX 4090.

These GPUs are specifically chosen for their exceptional performance in professional rendering tasks. The GeForce RTX 3090 and RTX 4090 are all equipped with advanced features such as ray tracing, AI-accelerated workflows, and massive VRAM, making them ideal for handling complex rendering jobs with high efficiency and speed.

Advanced Ray Tracing: Both the RTX 3090 and RTX 4090 are equipped with advanced ray tracing capabilities to simulate the physical behavior of light, producing highly realistic images.
AI-Accelerated Workflows: RTX 3090 and RTX 4090 have lots of Tensor Cores that accelerate various AI-driven tasks in rendering processes. AI denoising, for example, significantly reduces noise in images, enhancing the final output quality and speeding up the rendering process.
Massive Memory Capacities: Both RTX 3090 and RTX 4090 come with substantial memory capacities of 24GB VRAM, allowing them to handle large and complex 3D scenes without performance bottlenecks.

As unrivaled performance leaders of NVIDIA’s modern GPUs, RTX 3090 and RTX 4090 reign supreme, enabling faster rendering times and empowering creators to produce stunning, high-quality visuals in a fraction of the time.

At the initial stage, Pictor Network is backed by an alliance of three leading render farms: 3S Cloud Render Farm, iRender Farm, Super Renders Farm, and Chip Render Farm. Together, we have over 3000 GPUs (consisting primarily of the latest RTX 3090 and RTX 4090 models), housed in Tier III Data Center. This powerful alliance ensures that Pictor Network is ready to provide a reliable and scalable infrastructure capable of handling complex, large-scale rendering projects from day one.
Note: We are continually working to expand the support list to include more GPU models. As we offer new GPU models, we will keep you updated through our website and documentation. Stay tuned for the latest news!

15. Why is Pictor Network needed for GPU rendering?

Pictor Network is essential for GPU rendering for several compelling reasons:

Extensive Experience and Market Understanding

Pictor Network originated from 3S Cloud Render Farm, a centralized render farm with 4 years of experience in the cloud rendering industry. 3S Cloud Render Farm has provided SaaS-based rendering services, processing millions of jobs for over 100,000 customers, including individuals and studios from more than 100 countries. This extensive background gives Pictor Network a deep understanding of the market and customer needs in the Web2 space.

Advanced Technology Inheritance

Pictor Network inherits all the advanced technologies from 3S Cloud Render Farm, including support for a wide range of 3D software, render engines, and plugins, especially industry-standard tools. Additionally, Pictor Network leverages the AI Pictor Core technology, an AI-driven core with over a decade of refined data, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency in rendering tasks.

Transition to Decentralization with Blockchain

Building on its centralized render farm roots, Pictor Network applies blockchain technology and smart contracts to evolve into a distributed GPU rendering network, or a decentralized render farm. While Web3 concepts can be challenging for mainstream users to grasp, Pictor Network aims to bridge this gap. By leveraging its existing Web2 customer base, Pictor Network seeks to introduce the benefits of Web3 to Web2 users seamlessly, allowing them to enjoy these advantages without significantly altering their established workflows.

In summary, Pictor Network combines deep industry expertise, advanced rendering technology, and the innovative benefits of blockchain to provide a robust, scalable, and user-friendly GPU rendering solution. This unique blend ensures that Pictor Network can meet the growing demands of modern rendering projects while making advanced technology accessible to a broad audience.

16. Who are your target customers?

In short, anyone creating digital visuals and relying on rendering is a potential customer of the Pictor Network.

The Customer Market

As the digital world expands and diversifies, the need for high-performance rendering solutions has never been more critical. Key sectors such as 3D Graphics, the Metaverse, AI, Gaming, and NFTs are not only growing rapidly but also driving innovation across industries. These sectors represent some of the most dynamic and fast-evolving markets today, each with a substantial economic footprint and a strong trajectory for future growth.

The customer market for Pictor Network is exceptionally promising, driven by the combined forces of 5 main sectors:

1. 3D Graphics

The global 3D Graphics market size was valued at USD 3.72 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to reach around USD 23.20 billion by 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 20.08% from 2024 to 2033.

3D Rendering Market Size, 2023 to 2033 (Precedence Research)

2. The Metaverse

The Metaverse market is experiencing rapid growth and development worldwide. The global Metaverse market size was valued at USD 92.46 billion in 2023 and it is estimated to surpass around USD 2,369.70 billion by 2033 with a registered CAGR of 38.31% during the forecast period 2024 to 2033.

Metaverse Market Size, 2023 to 2033 (Precedence Research)

3. Artificial Intelligence (Generative AI)

The global generative AI market size was USD 17.65 billion in 2023, accounted for USD 25.86 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach around USD 803.90 billion by 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 46.5% from 2024 to 2033.

Generative AI Market Size, 2023 to 2033 (Precedence Research)

4. Video Games (3D Games and GameFi)

The video games market is observed to get accelerated with the rapid adoption of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality (AR and VR) technologies that offer immersive gaming experiences. The global video games market size was estimated at USD 248.52 billion in 2023 and it is projected to hit around USD 664.96 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 10.32% during the forecast period 2024 to 2033.

Video Game Market Size, 2023 to 2033 (Precedence Research)

5. Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs)

The global non-fungible token (NFT) market generated a revenue of USD 26.98 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 211.71 billion by 2030. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2024 – 2030) of 34.2% by 2030.

NFTs Market Size, 2020 to 2030 (Grand View Research)

The combined market value of these sectors stands at approximately USD 389.33 billion as of 2023, with an average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 29.88%. By 2033, this market value is projected to reach approximately USD 4,372.98 billion. This indicates a robust and accelerating demand for advanced rendering capabilities. These sectors require scalable, efficient, and cost-effective rendering solutions to meet the increasing complexity and volume of digital content being produced. For Pictor Network, this presents an unparalleled opportunity.

Customer Industries

Pictor Network’s target customers comprise a diverse array of individuals and organizations operating across a wide range of industries:

Media and Entertainment: Film Studios, Animation Studios, TV Production Companies, Visual Effects (VFX) Studios
Video Games: AAA Game Studios, Indie Game Studios, VR and AR Game Development Companies
Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC): Architectural Studios, Interior Design Studios, Engineering Firms, Construction Companies
Metaverse: Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Artificial intelligence (AI) Studios and Developers
E-commerce and Product Visualization: E-commerce Platforms, Product Visualization Studios, Fashion Brands
Educational Institutions: Architecture, Art and Animation University/College/Institution Professors and Students
Manufacturing and Industrial Design: Automotive Design Studios, Consumer Electronics Companies, Engineering and Consulting Firms, Aerospace Companies
Healthcare and Medical Visualization: Medical Device Manufacturers, Healthcare Training Institutions

Use Cases and Applications

Pictor Network allows artists, designers, and developers to create new forms of creative, scientific, and industrial productions. Individuals and studios can use our decentralized GPU network for a wide range of GPU workloads and applications, including:

Visual Effects
Motion Graphics
Virtual Assets and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs)
Virtual Production
Architecture
Simulation
Product Design
Visualization
Gaming
Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)
Artificial Intelligence (AI) such as Generative AI

By offering decentralized, scalable, and cost-effective rendering solutions, Pictor Network is well-positioned to meet the growing demand for high-quality visual content in numerous industries. As new technologies and applications continue to emerge, 3D rendering will become increasingly vital in various professional domains. Pictor Network is ready to be a crucial decentralized render farm for anyone creating digital visuals, ensuring they have access to the best rendering capabilities available.

17. Why should customers choose Pictor Network?

Pictor Network is the optimal choice for customers seeking top-tier rendering services. Unlike other traditional centralized cloud rendering service providers (like AWS and other Web2 render farms such as RebusFarm, Fox Renderfarm, Ranch Computing, GarageFarm, and more), Pictor Network offers a unique combination of reliability, security, and efficiency for 3D rendering. By leveraging cutting-edge blockchain technology and a robust decentralized infrastructure, we ensure exceptional performance and cost-effectiveness for all rendering needs.

Using our decentralized render farm services, you can get a wide range of benefits:

Unlimited GPU Power: Access to globally limitless GPUs to speed up 3D rendering processes, ensuring you never run out of GPU computing power.
Scalability: Easily scale up to match your project’s demands, allowing you to efficiently handle large and complex workloads.
Top-tier GPU Options: Utilize the most powerful NVIDIA GPUs (currently the GeForce RTX 3090 and RTX 4090), which are provenly optimized for professional rendering tasks.
Comprehensive Software Support: Use any rendering software with Pictor Network, as we support all rendering software regardless of its versions. This means you can leverage the full power of your favorite tools and plugins without worrying about compatibility issues.
Easy to Use: Get started swiftly and easily with our user-friendly all-in-one application – Pictor Render app. All you need to do is upload your project files and let Pictor Network handle the rest.
Cost-Effective Pricing: Enjoy cheap pricing due to the decentralized nature of our network, with a flexible pricing model that includes:
- Pay-as-you-go: Pay only for the GPU power you use.
- Rental Plan: Rent our GPU power for a fixed period with attractive discounts.
- Supply-Demand-Determined Pricing: Enjoy fair and competitive pricing determined by the real-time supply and demand of our network’s computing power.

Pictor’s decentralized infrastructure allows us to offer prices that can be 80-90% lower than centralized GPU cloud providers like AWS and Google Cloud, as well as centralized render farms.

Smart Contract Assurance: Ensure that you only pay Workers when they have precisely completed your requested rendering projects.

By choosing Pictor Network, you can access the most powerful, scalable, and cost-effective rendering solutions that simplify your workflow and maximize your project’s efficiency.

18. How does Pictor Network manage the availability and allocation of global GPU resources to Creators?

Pictor Network seamlessly connects a global network of 3D Creators with a distributed network of GPU Workers, creating an efficient and dynamic marketplace for rendering resources. Each Worker node runs the Pictor Worker app, which integrates with the Pictor Network to monitor device availability in real time.

Our intelligent algorithm, AI Pictor Core, plays a crucial role in this process. With over 14 years of rendering experience and handling millions of jobs, it efficiently allocates resources by matching the needs and preferences of Creators with the available GPU Workers. This ensures that rendering tasks are assigned to the most suitable and available resources, optimizing performance and minimizing wait times.

In addition to this, Pictor Network leverages blockchain technology and smart contracts to facilitate transparent and secure transactions between Creators and Workers. Smart contracts automate the process of resource allocation, payment, and verification, ensuring that all parties are fairly compensated and that tasks are completed as agreed.

Pictor Network’s sophisticated networking solution has been rigorously tested to ensure reliability and optimal performance.

19. What is the overall model of Pictor Network, and who are the main participants in the network?

Pictor Network operates on a decentralized model that leverages blockchain technology to connect Workers with Creators efficiently. The main participants in the network are:

Creator: Artists, studios, or anyone who needs high-performance GPU rendering power for their projects. They submit rendering tasks to the network and benefit from the decentralized and cost-effective GPU resources provided by Workers.
Worker: GPU owners who contribute their computational power to the network for rendering tasks submitted by Creators. Workers can be individuals or organizations with idle GPUs looking to maximize their utilization and monetization.
Checker: These participants play a critical role in maintaining the quality and trustworthiness of the Pictor Network. They perform various tasks including job and node allocation, performance evaluation, and quality assurance.
Pictor Network: The protocol that facilitates the connection and coordination between Creators, Workers, and Checkers, ensuring smooth operation and optimal resource allocation within the decentralized network.

20. What are Workers in Pictor Network, and how do they work?

Workers in the Pictor Network are those supplying the computational power needed for 3D rendering projects submitted by Creators. There are no geographical restrictions, and extensive knowledge of 3D rendering is not required. A worker can be:

Individual
Studio
Render farm
Data center
Tech company, and more.

By connecting their GPUs to the Pictor Network, Workers can rent out their GPU power to Creators in need of additional rendering resources. In return, Workers are compensated with $Pictor tokens for the rendering power they provide.

Here’s how Workers work:

Joining the Network: Workers join the Pictor Network by registering on the Pictor Cloud and installing the Pictor Worker app on their machines. Once the Worker app is installed, it integrates the GPU(s) into the Pictor Network, making Workers available for rendering tasks.
Rendering Tasks: Workers process the rendering tasks assigned to them. The rendering process is monitored to ensure quality and performance standards are met.
Rewards: After successfully completing rendering tasks, Workers are rewarded with $Pictor tokens. These tokens can be used within the network or exchanged for other cryptocurrencies or fiat money.

Detailed instructions are available in the Quick Start and Worker guide.

21. What are the minimum requirements to become a Worker?

To qualify for rendering jobs on Pictor Network, Workers must meet the following minimum system requirements:

1. Hardware Requirements

Graphics Card (GPU)

A CUDA-enabled NVIDIA® GPU.
Minimum CUDA® 10.1 drivers with support for compute capability 3.0 or higher.
Driver version 419 or newer.
At least 8 GB of VRAM.

Network: Reliable and strong network connectivity is required for efficient data transfer.

For better performance, an Ethernet connection with a download/upload speed of 200 – 500 Mbps is recommended.

RAM: At least 32 GB of RAM.

Hard Drive

Minimum of 100 GB free disk space on the C-Drive.
SSDs or other non-mechanical hard drives are preferred for faster read/write speeds.

2. Software Requirements

For open-source software like Blender, there are no specific requirements.
For software that requires a license, we will provide specific requirements on a case-by-case basis.

Note: The Worker requirements may change based on actual conditions to ensure optimal network operation.

22. What are Checkers in Pictor Network, and how do they work?

Checkers are critical participants of the Pictor Network, playing essential roles in ensuring the efficiency, reliability, and quality of the network. They perform three main functions:

1. Job Manager

Checkers manage rendering jobs and rendering process:

Break down rendering jobs into smaller tasks.
Distribute these tasks to qualified available Workers.
Monitor the entire rendering process and more.

This creates an additional layer of proof to ensure the smooth execution of rendering tasks.

2. Node Manager

Checkers manage and monitor Workers:

Decide whether a Worker can join the network.
Monitor their online/offline status.
Validate, judge, ban, and reconnect Workers.
Allocate a number of Workers for a rendering job.

This function is crucial for maintaining a stable and reliable network.

3. Service Quality Assurance

Checkers perform various quality assurance tasks:

Maintain the network’s integrity by protecting it from malicious nodes.
Verify the accuracy and quality of the rendering jobs completed by Workers. This involves reviewing the outputs to ensure they meet the predefined criteria and identifying any discrepancies or errors in the rendered outputs.

This role is vital for ensuring that the final render results are accurate and reliable.

For more detailed information, refer to Pictor Network Checker

23. What are the minimum requirements to become a Checker?

To become a Checker on Pictor Network, participants must run a Checker Node application. The Checker Node app requires specific hardware, license, and staking requirements to ensure they can effectively perform their evaluation and verification tasks. The minimum requirements include:

1. Hardware Requirements

1 X86 CPU Cores @2.1GHz
RAM: 64 MB
Disk Space: 10 GB
Internet Connection: 100 Mbps

2. License Requirements

To run a Checker Node application, you must hold a Checker Node License (NFT) or receive delegation from an NFT owner. You can acquire the necessary NFT from checker.pictor.network.

3. Staking Requirements

A minimum amount of $Pictor tokens must be staked as collateral to participate as a Checker. This stake ensures commitment to maintaining network integrity and quality.

Note: The Checker requirements may change based on actual conditions to ensure optimal network operation.

24. How does Pictor Network incentivize community participation to ensure sustainable network development?

Pictor Network employs several strategies to incentivize community participation and ensure sustainable network development:

Token Rewards: Both Workers and Checkers are rewarded with Pictor Network tokens for their contributions. Workers earn tokens by providing GPU power for rendering tasks, while Checkers earn tokens by verifying the quality and accuracy of the rendered outputs and ensuring the trustworthiness of the network.
Competitive Marketplace: Pictor Network creates a transparent and competitive marketplace where Workers can set their own prices for rendering tasks. This encourages participation by allowing GPU providers to compete fairly based on the quality and cost of their services.
Staking Mechanism: Checkers and other participants may be required to stake Pictor Network tokens as collateral. This staking mechanism not only ensures commitment and reliability but also provides additional earning opportunities through staking rewards.
Community Governance: Pictor Network promotes a decentralized governance model where token holders can participate in decision-making processes. This includes voting on proposals, influencing the development roadmap, and contributing to the network’s strategic direction.
Environmental Sustainability: By leveraging idle and underutilized GPUs globally, Pictor Network promotes efficient use of existing resources, reducing the need for new hardware production. This environmentally friendly approach attracts participants who value sustainability.

25. What kind of proof does Pictor Network use for verification?

Yes, Pictor Network employs a combination of proof mechanisms to ensure the accuracy and quality of rendering tasks.

In 3D rendering, when tasks are distributed across multiple nodes, we encounter two scenarios: the task being rendered and the task being rendered correctly. After submitting a project and receiving the results, merely having it rendered is not sufficient. The crucial question is whether the output meets your expectations. For instance, a task might be rendered but not correctly, as seen with issues like flickering artifacts in animations. This inaccuracy can be caused by hardware discrepancies, plugin issues, or missing materials and textures.

To address this, Pictor Network uses a hybrid verification technology that combines:

Proof of Work

In this mechanism, Checkers record the time when the Worker receives the job (T1) and when the work is finished (T2). The performance is measured during this period (ΔT= T2 – T1). At the end, there will be metadata that serves as the Proof of Work, along with the rendering result as an additional proof. Checkers will evaluate the quality of the Worker’s output using our AI system, AI Pictor Core.

Proof of User Confirmation

Based on our extensive experience in 3D rendering, we have found that while 95% of tasks are rendered correctly, there is still a 5% chance of inaccuracies. To mitigate this, Pictor Network employs Proof of User Confirmation. Users, or Creators, are given the ability to review the rendered output and confirm which parts are rendered correctly and which parts need re-rendering. This additional verification step allows users to directly assess the quality of the rendering results. If errors are found, the network will also issue warnings or impose penalties on the responsible Workers and Checkers.

This dual approach ensures that not only is the rendering task completed, but it also meets the expected quality standards.

26. How do you ensure data privacy and security?

Data Encryption: Data is encrypted before being sent to the network, ensuring that only authorized users can access and decrypt it, protecting data from unauthorized access.
Data Fragmentation: Data is fragmented and distributed across multiple nodes, making it difficult for any single node to reconstruct the complete dataset, enhancing security.
Distributed Storage: Data is shared and stored across multiple nodes, ensuring it is distributed, encrypted, and resilient against unauthorized access.
Decentralized Control: There is no central authority controlling the data, reducing the risk of centralized attacks and data breaches, and giving users full control over their data.
Blockchain Integration: Blockchain provides an immutable ledger, preventing tampering and ensuring all actions are verifiable and auditable.
Consensus Mechanisms: Consensus mechanisms are used to validate transactions and data exchanges, ensuring only legitimate and authorized actions are executed.

Token Incentives for Security: Participants are incentivized through tokens to maintain the integrity and security of the system, aligning economic incentives with network security.
Ensuring the quality of system workers: All workers must first join our virtual network. Only those who meet our established standards (SOC2 for regular workers and Tier 3 preference for data centers) are authorized to join the Pictor Network.
In the near future, we will support IPFS and also ensure compatibility with platforms like S3 and Google Cloud.