Flare Launches New Blockchain Node Tool on Google Cloud

• Flares Blockchain Machine Images streamline full node deployment, enabling rapid, cost-efficient operations directly from the Google Cloud Marketplace.
• Supporting over 20 top blockchain networks, Blockchain Machine Images enhances infrastructure flexibility and scalability for developers and businesses.
• With pricing around $300 per month, Flares service offers a budget-friendly alternative for blockchain nodes, compared to competitors higher fees.

Flare, the blockchain for data networks, has launched Blockchain Machine Images, designed to simplify blockchain node deployment on Google Cloud Marketplace. This innovative service enables Web3 developers to quickly deploy dedicated nodes, lowering costs while offering a robust node infrastructure.

Streamlined Deployment for Web3 Developers

With Blockchain Machine Images, developers can deploy full blockchain nodes with a single click. This service simplifies deployment and provides seamless node syncing within minutes. By leveraging Google Clouds environment, Blockchain Machine Images allows Web3 developers to spin up nodes without requiring intensive infrastructure setup. The solution supports over 20 prominent blockchain networks, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Avalanche, enhancing compatibility across the ecosystem.

Introducing Flares Blockchain Machine Images on @GoogleCloud Marketplace — enabling rapid deployment of full nodes across 20+ networks, including Bitcoin & Ethereum, with plans to add more.

A scalable & reliable solution designed for developers.

— Flare ☀️ (@FlareNetworks) October 25, 2024

Flare‘s solution is expected to attract businesses aiming to lower infrastructure costs while maintaining node reliability. Compared to other node-as-a-service platforms, which can charge up to $2,000 per month, Flare’s dedicated node option is available for approximately $300. This pricing model makes the service more accessible, allowing businesses to allocate resources more efficiently without the added expense of dedicated teams for infrastructure management.

Enhanced Capabilities for Data Indexing and RPC Calls

Blockchain Machine Images provide developers with extensive functionality, such as unlimited remote procedure calls (RPC), data indexing, and the capability to manage high workloads. These features make the tool an asset for projects requiring continuous data access and secure environments to manage their blockchain data. Additionally, users can configure image IDs for autoscaling, enabling projects to adapt effortlessly to changing data and workload requirements.

Introducing Blockchain Machine Images also benefits Flares attestation providers, who are responsible for retrieving and validating data from external networks like Bitcoin and Ripple. This tool offers these entities improved stability and performance, contributing to data integrity and enhancing the reliability of data streaming within the Flare ecosystem.

The release of Blockchain Machine Images is a strategic expansion of Flares cloud-based offerings. Before this, Flare had integrated an API portal within Google Cloud, enabling Web3 developers to access real-time blockchain data and perform onchain transactions. With Blockchain Machine Images, Flare delivers a complete node-as-a-service solution, providing developers and enterprises full control over node management within their cloud environments.