Ask HN: How else can I monetize?

[Rudgers]

We monetize idle computers (Mainly gaming PCs) at scale. Currently we can automatically mine the best algos for the specs, and are working on generative AI tools to sell via an API. We also work with a bandwidth partner to sell bandwidth.

Any other ideas for monetization? We have considered chrome extensions (replacing existing ads or affiliate links), and containerized workloads, but would love to hear anyone's thoughts. Thanks!

[Rudgers]

Forgot to mention, we have also considered distributed rendering as a workload

[thefatboy]

Do you pay the machine owners?

[Rudgers]

Yes, our model is monetizing it for them and take a cut. The better the rates we can get the longer we anticipate people using us for + the easier it will be to grow our network.

[thefatboy]

I guess you could sell VPS' and/or VPNs