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IronForge is a novel federated learning (FL) framework that eliminates central coordinators using a DAG structure for fully decentralized operations. It ensures fairness and security in open networks, outperforming existing FL systems.

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Computer Science
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning

Background:

Federated learning (FL) protects data privacy but faces challenges like network asynchrony and lack of fair incentives.
Existing FL frameworks often rely on central coordinators, limiting decentralization and scalability.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce IronForge, a new generation FL framework designed for fully decentralized, secure, and fair operations in open networks.
To address limitations of current FL architectures, including central dependency and incentive mechanisms.

Main Methods:

Developed a directed acyclic graph (DAG)-based structure where models are nodes and relationships guide aggregation, enabling decentralized control.
Implemented a fair incentive mechanism based on state consistency within the DAG.
Integrated dedicated defense strategies against FL attacks on privacy and incentive fairness.

Main Results:

IronForge demonstrated superior performance, fairness, and security compared to existing FL frameworks in experimental evaluations using FLSim.
The DAG-based approach successfully eliminated the need for central coordinators, achieving fully decentralized operations.
The incentive mechanism proved effective, particularly in networks with unevenly distributed training resources.

Conclusions:

IronForge represents a significant advancement as the first secure and fully decentralized FL framework for open networks.
The framework is suitable for realistic network and training settings, offering a robust solution for privacy-preserving distributed learning.