Vana has officially launched its mainnet and VANA token, marking a pivotal step in the realm of decentralized data ownership. Co-founded by Art Abal and Anna Kazlauskas, the protocol empowers users with full control over their digital data, challenging traditional platforms like Reddit and Twitter. The project has garnered strong institutional support, securing over $25 million in funding. Vana introduces a deflationary token model and VRC-20 tokens, potentially reshaping how AI companies utilize user data and altering data contribution incentives.