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TF Marketplace
The TF Marketplace is a central platform facilitating the exchange of value through the mutual credit TFP system. It connects suppliers (providers) and consumers, enabling the discovery, acquisition, and management of various resources and services.
Core Marketplace Categories
The marketplace is organized into categories that align with the exchange mechanisms described in the TFP system document:
| Marketplace | Description | Suppliers | Consumers | TFP Exchange |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compute Resources (Slices) | Primary marketplace for compute capacity | Farmers providing hardware resources | Users needing compute capacity | TFP transferred based on resource utilization |
| 3Nodes | Physical computing hardware marketplace | Hardware sellers | Hardware buyers | TFP transferred based on hardware value |
| Mycelium Gateways | Internet connectivity services | Gateway providers | Users requiring internet access | TFP paid based on bandwidth consumption |
| Bandwidth Providers | Bandwidth supply for TF-run Mycelium Gateways | Bandwidth providers | TF-run Mycelium Gateways | TFP paid based on TB of bandwidth delivered |
| Mycelium Names | Global fair name system | TF COOP (name provider) | Users registering names | TFP paid based on name length (shorter names cost more) |
| Human Energy Services | Professional technical services | Service providers (designers, admins, developers) | Users needing expertise | TFP transferred based on agreed rates |
| Application Solutions | Pre-configured, self-healing applications | Solution providers | End users | Users provide slices to solution providers while maintaining sovereignty |
| TFP Exchange (phase 2) | Trading platform for TFP | TFP sellers | TFP buyers | Direct exchange of TFP for currencies (TFT, USD, etc.) |
Marketplace Features
Discovery and Filtering
- Resource Discovery: Browse available resources using filters for location, reputation, uptime, bandwidth, and price
- Solution Catalog: Curated collection of pre-configured applications with specified resource requirements
- Service Directory: List of available professional services with ratings and specializations
Acquisition Models
- Flexible Terms: Resources can be acquired on various terms (hourly, monthly, yearly)
- Discounts: Available for longer-term commitments
- Service Credits: Purchase credits for accessing different tiers of technical support
Advanced Features
Buy Orders (Future Enhancement)
The marketplace will support an order system allowing consumers to place buy orders, signaling demand for specific configurations or price levels rather than only browsing available offers.
Reputation System
Suppliers build reputation based on:
- Meeting service level agreements
- Uptime and reliability
- Consumer ratings
- Length of participation in the marketplace
Benefits of the Marketplace
- Sovereignty: Consumers maintain control over their resources and deployed solutions
- Transparency: Clear pricing and reputation metrics
- Efficiency: Direct matching of suppliers and consumers
- Flexibility: Multiple acquisition models to suit different needs
- Community Growth: Encourages participation from both suppliers and consumers
Governance
The marketplace operates under the same governance principles as the TFP system, with transparent rules and community consensus ensuring fair practices and preventing manipulation.