Arweave’s Genesis Block to be Sent to the Moon for Preservation
Arweave has planned to send its Genesis Block to the moon, utilizing molecular storage technology on synthetic DNA. This event is scheduled for January 15th, and the data will be preserved indefinitely after reaching the lunar surface.
- The Genesis Block, created by Iridia's molecular technology, offers durable data storage that can last thousands of years with minimal energy use.
- The delivery will be conducted by LifeShip, a space exploration firm.
- The moon's stable environment will protect the data from Earth’s disruptions, creating a unique lunar archive.
- A metal pyramid within the lunar lander will house the Genesis Block, safeguarded by advanced shielded nanotechnology.
Sam Williams, founder of Forward Research and Arweave, emphasized the significance of the Genesis Block as the foundation of Arweave’s mission to permanently store knowledge and history. He noted that early network backers could choose messages in the initial block, adding a personal connection to this venture.
Williams also highlighted the project's potential to innovate data storage technologies, drawing parallels to Bitcoin's impact on ASIC computation costs.
Buck Watia, Vice President at Iridia, stated that this collaboration marks an important step in preserving significant data beyond temporal limits.