Builders

Impossible Cloud Network (ICN) works by combining decentralized storage, compute, and networking into a unified, permissionless cloud infrastructure secured by two core node types: HyperNodes and ScalerNodes. HyperNodes are monitoring the network and ensuring that ScalerNodes perform reliably and according to protocol standards. Everyone can stake ICN tokens ($ICNT) to these nodes to secure the network and receive rewards. This architecture enables modular, composable cloud services where enterprises and developers can build and scale without relying on centralized providers. The entire system is designed to deliver Web3 decentralization with Web2-level performance, security, and usability, making ICN the foundation for next-gen digital infrastructure.

A HyperNode is a foundational node type that secures and monitors the decentralized infrastructure of ICN. These nodes ensure ScalerNodes (which deliver cloud services like compute and storage) behave reliably, and they’re rewarded for doing so. As the protocol evolves, HyperNodes will be globally distributed, increasing fault tolerance and decentralization. They’re essential for linking Web3 composability with Web2-grade performance, enabling a permissionless, high-throughput ecosystem for enterprises and developers. Learn more about running a HyperNode in our Docs.

A ScalerNode is responsible for providing the actual resources (like compute, storage and networking) that power the network’s decentralized services. Once the protocol is fully live, ScalerNodes will support enterprise-grade applications by delivering high-performance cloud capabilities across the ICN ecosystem. Each ScalerNode is backed by staked collateral and is monitored by HyperNodes to ensure it operates reliably and efficiently; good behavior earns rewards, while bad performance is penalized. This mechanism ensures trustless service delivery while enabling decentralized scale. ScalerNodes allow contributors to offer real-world hardware to the network and be compensated for doing so, forming the backbone of ICN’s composable DePIN architecture. Learn more about running a ScalerNode in our Docs.

You can participate in Impossible Cloud Network (ICN) and earn rewards by becoming part of its decentralized infrastructure—either by running a HyperNode or a ScalerNode, or by staking ICN tokens to support the network. Running a HyperNode helps secure the protocol and monitor ScalerNodes, earning you rewards for upholding network reliability. Operating a ScalerNode allows you to provide real hardware resources—like compute or storage—and get compensated for contributing infrastructure. If you prefer a less technical path, you can stake your ICN tokens to existing nodes and earn a share of their rewards. All participants, whether technical operators or token holders, play a vital role in scaling the network and are incentivized through token-based payouts and future governance opportunities.

Using Impossible Cloud Network (ICN) offers several key advantages over traditional cloud services: it provides enterprise-grade performance with decentralized security, eliminating single points of failure and reducing reliance on Big Tech monopolies. ICN is cost-efficient, leveraging global hardware to deliver high-performance compute, storage, and networking at lower prices. Its modular and composable architecture allows developers and enterprises to build custom solutions without being locked into rigid infrastructure. Unlike other DePIN projects that silo services, ICN integrates all core cloud functions in a unified protocol, ensuring seamless scalability, censorship resistance, and full user sovereignty—bridging the power of Web3 with the usability of Web2.

Data security in the Impossible Cloud Network (ICN) is addressed through a multi-layered approach. At the foundational level, ICN’s decentralized architecture eliminates centralized control, reducing the risk of single points of failure or corporate misuse. All hardware providers are carefully vetted and must operate enterprise-grade infrastructure housed in certified data centers (e.g., ISO, SOC), ensuring a robust and compliant physical security layer. Additionally, users can implement advanced product-level security features, such as identity and access management, to tailor protection based on their specific needs. This combination of decentralized governance, vetted infrastructure, and customizable security ensures that data on ICN remains secure, private, and resilient.