Midnight continues to deliver the critical tools and infrastructure needed to support the community with strategic ecosystem partnerships. Cherry Servers, a provider of high-performance, bare-metal servers, offers scalable and secure solutions designed for demanding blockchain workloads.
Cherry Servers is committed to providing services for network validators on the Midnight network, enabling them to access infrastructure optimized for Midnight block production.
Supporting Cardano SPOs with tailored infrastructure
Cherry Servers simplifies the onboarding journey for Cardano Stake Pool Operators (SPOs) by removing common barriers like the need for physical infrastructure, reducing technical complexity and security concerns. Their cloud-based servers allow SPOs to quickly deploy without managing hardware, ensuring high availability and reliability essential for block production. With enterprise-grade security features, operators can ensure their infrastructure runs smoothly and remains secure..
Cherry Servers streamlines the process for Cardano SPOs to become Midnight block producers by providing:
- Infrastructure support: gain access to bare-metal server solutions tailored to their needs, ensuring the right tooling to establish Midnight block production.
- Technical configuration frameworks: with Cherry Servers, SPOs can experiment with server setups optimized for various requirements and configurations. Cherry Servers offers pre-configured bare-metal servers, simplifying deployment.
Additionally, Cherry Servers brings extensive expertise in supporting blockchain infrastructure, offering tailored solutions and professional guidance to meet the unique needs of SPOs. This allows operators to focus on optimising pool performance and community engagement, knowing their infrastructure is robust, scalable, and reliable.
Infrastructure tools for a robust Midnight ecosystem
"Cherry Servers is proud to be one of the few server providers who openly embrace Web3, as we believe in the fundamental principles of free internet, decentralization, and the freedom of choice without being tied to any single vendor," said Vaidas Rutkauskas, CEO of Cherry Servers. "Partnering with the Midnight network allows us to take these ideals further, especially through their innovative approach to security. By leveraging zero-knowledge technology, Midnight is transforming user privacy without compromising security. This alignment with our values of transparency and decentralization makes this partnership a natural fit".
Get started as a Midnight block producer
- Join the conversation: connect with other Midnight block producers and keep up-to-date with the latest information in the block-producers channel in the Midnight Discord server.
- Watch the onboarding guide: learn how to become a Midnight block producer by watching a step-by-step walkthrough.
- Explore the documentation: check out the recommended hardware and documentation for becoming a Midnight block producer.
Working with partners like Cherry Servers, Midnight continues to lower barriers to adoption and provide the tools needed for a thriving, secure, and innovative ecosystem.