Filecoin, Lockheed Martin test IPFS in space
The Filecoin Foundation and Lockheed Martin Space have transmitted data in space using a version of the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) on a satellite. This adaptation enhances privacy and security by identifying data based on content rather than location. The system reduces delays, compensates for radiation-induced data corruption, and enables cryptographic verification. IPFS allows data retrieval from the closest source, which is crucial given the multi-second delay from the Moon and multi-minute delay from Mars. The decentralized architecture stores multiple copies of data globally, improving reliability in harsh environments. Interest in decentralized archival storage is increasing among media companies, with potential military applications being explored. The FIL token, used within the Filecoin ecosystem, has a market capitalization of approximately $1.8 billion as of May 16.
