
Introducing the Local AI Research Group
We are excited to announce the formation of the BLOB Research Group. A collaborative initiative dedicated to advancing decentralized AI and knowledge sharing. Our mission is to bring together researchers, developers, and enthusiasts to explore innovative approaches in distributed machine learning, privacy-preserving technologies, and open-source AI development. Join us as we shape the future of collaborative intelligence.

The Future of Decentralized AI
Learn how decentralized artificial intelligence is reshaping the landscape of machine learning and data collaboration.

Oatflake MVP released
We are thrilled to announce the release of the Oatflake MVP, our first working prototype for decentralized AI training.

Local AI vs API: Performance Comparison
An in-depth analysis comparing local AI processing versus API-based solutions, examining performance metrics, privacy implications, and cost-effectiveness for different use cases.

LLUM 2025: Public Q&A
Exhibiting Miralls del dema LLUM 2025, our public question-and-answer bot that created a thousand collective future visions.

LAIA: La Inteligencia Artificial
A 6-month community intervention exploring local AI versus global search systems in Barcelona's El Clot neighborhood. Investigating how AI can serve local communities rather than extracting value for distant algorithms.

Making AI Accessible: A Universal Design Approach
Exploring how artificial intelligence can be designed inclusively to serve users with diverse abilities, backgrounds, and technological access levels.