Yes, initially, our architecture was designed with the intention of using Ethernet connectivity to off-load tasks to the cloud. However, due to the unavailability of the necessary Ethernet IP, we pivoted to a simpler off-chip strategy. Instead of relying on cloud processing, we now store intermediate outputs and handle post-processing locally. This approach reduces our dependence on the cloud.

That said, we've included an external AXI Stream interface in our design. This interface maintains the potential for cloud connectivity in the future, as it allows us to connect to an external FPGA if needed. This setup ensures that we're not completely closing off the option of cloud-based processing down the line.