How AdaMoments is Redefining Digital Content Ownership

Before we know it the world will be driven by AI models that optimize every corner of the economic, social, and political fabric. What drives value? Data.  AI with access to high quality data knows what you are craving, how to grab your attention, and how to service your needs.

“Data is the oil of the digital age”. Often said and true as it drives effective marketing, sales and political strategies. Every individual with a presence on the internet (perhaps unknowingly) is contributing to a vast reservoir of data. The difference now is that the value of data is increasing drastically due to AI.

Why Is Your Data So Valuable?

Since the rise of AI, chip manufacturing stocks have surged, and energy grids are being pushed to their limits. It should come as no surprise that the third crucial ingredient for AI’s success: high-quality data, is also rising in value.
Imagine high frequency traders battling for mili-seconds - advantage to trade stock and skim a few percentage points of prices to make profit. Imagine the competition of  extremely effective AI systems competing to be first to place orders in the market or sell perfectly placed and targeted advertisements. You can quickly imagine how this industry will grow enormously if an AI system is the first to detect consumer fads or interpret market dynamics.

As AI technology continues to advance, the quality of the data AI processes will increasingly determine its effectiveness. Just as a high-performance engine relies on premium fuel to function optimally, AI depends on data that is rich in context and contains meaningful signals. In the AI ecosystem, the principle of ‘Input = Output’ holds firm: the better the data, the better the AI. As competition intensifies, AI systems with superior input will far outperform those relying on lesser quality data. 

All this elevates the value of ‘ signal’ — genuine human data—which stands in stark contrast to the growing ‘noise’ of AI-generated content. All data creators  who control the signal of their data will ultimately gain more than those who give it away for free.
This is where AdaMoments.io steps in. We empower the next generation of content creators to control their data. Combined with our data union framework, we are pioneering a new market model that empowers individuals with their data. Envision a world turned on its head, where AI companies are paying you (or your Data Union) to use your data instead of you buying the subscriptions!

Taking Back Control with Data Unions

A Data Union is an organization that allows individuals to pool, protect, and even profit from their data via a shared framework. Data Unions empower individuals to come together to form a stronger basis from which to negotiate and pursue their digital rights.

Before individuals can join a Data Union, people have to embrace becoming true custodians of their data. Many are unfamiliar with cryptographic tools that enable self-custody. The opportunity-cost of delaying the management of your own data may soon be too high.

Without strong content ownership protections, creators lose control over how their data is accessed and exploited. AdaMoments.io, through its Data Union framework, seeks to shift the power dynamic toward users.  We do so by:

1. providing creators with ownership of their digital assets
2. listing these assets publicly under a ‘deny AI-training’ ledger
3. providing irrevocable proof of authentic creation

Global Efforts to Protect Content Ownership

Governments are recognizing the urgency and importance of regulating how AI impacts

personal data. In Europe, the AI Act imposed by the European Union, in August 2024, seeks to make AI systems more transparent, secure, and respectful of user privacy. These regulations are likely to become even more crucial as AI becomes more embedded in everyday life.

In the U.S., artists are taking a stand against AI companies, like Stability AI, that were using their work without permission. These companies allegedly used copyrighted art to train AI models without the artist’s consent. The artists argued that their creations were scraped from the internet and fed into AI models, which then used their work to generate new images without their authorization (Link to article). The lawsuit highlighted the risks AI poses to intellectual property. This case has put a spotlight on the global issue of content ownership in the digital age, reinforcing the need for stronger safeguards as AI models continue to expand.

AdaMoments: Ahead of the Curve

AdaMoments is built to give creators control. We ensure that all data is stored such that it has a clear lineage of ownership that gives more rights to users. Each moment (post) created by users is added to a public ‘Do-not-train’ ledger, to support our user rights against unethical AI training. Any AI company claiming to be an ethical and/or compliant AI company will need to prove they did train on this to negate any legal liability. In addition, by handing media ownership, creators can decide the type of advertisements they want to showcase next to their content and benefit from the proceeds. All of these operations, including signing approval for adverts and payments are handled by the blockchain’s native capabilities.

Redefining Data Ownership in the Age of AI

As AI continues to reshape our digital landscape, the question of data ownership becomes more critical than ever. Just as oil powered the engines of the automotive industry, data is now the fuel driving AI's rapid expansion. AdaMoments is not just a platform—it’s a movement aimed at reclaiming control over our digital assets. By leveraging blockchain technology, it empowers individuals to protect, secure, and monetize their data, ensuring that ownership remains where it belongs—with the creators. In a world where AI’s reach is expanding daily, AdaMoments offers a future where users are no longer passive contributors, but active participants in shaping how their data is used and valued. With AdaMoments, the future of digital ownership is finally in your hands. Join the movement.

“Data is the fuel of the future, own your moment.”

- Max van Rossem, Co-Founder AdaMoments