Datai Network (DATAI) is a decentralized GPU computing network that combines DePIN (decentralized physical infrastructure networks) with artificial intelligence (AI). The project aims to democratize global access to high-performance computing resources, especially GPUs, and accelerate AI development. Users can rent out unused GPU power, while AI developers can access it at a lower cost through a peer-to-peer (P2P) marketplace. Additionally, the B2C product Crunchie offers AI-powered DeFi research automation.

Project Concept and Features

Datai Network addresses the limitations of traditional centralized cloud GPU rental services, offering a decentralized solution. By aggregating globally distributed GPU resources, the platform provides scalable, cost-efficient, and reliable infrastructure for AI training, inference, and big data analytics.

Key Features

• Decentralized GPU Marketplace: Users can rent unused computing power and earn $DATAI tokens.

• AI-Focused: Optimized for AI and machine learning workloads.

• Community Governance: Prioritizes decisions through a Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO).

• Efficient Resource Use: Idle hardware contributes to economic and environmental efficiency.

• Enhanced Security and Privacy: Decentralized architecture ensures data and workload protection.

Partners

• ChainGPT

• Shima Capital

• r3

• Blizzard (Avalanche Ecosystem Fund)

• Big Brain Holdings

• Outlier Ventures

• SIX Fintech Ventures

• GSR

How It Works

Datai Network operates on a node-based architecture:

• Indexer Node: Indexes developer-created projections, processing on-chain activities into usable data.

• Gateway Node: Routes user requests to relevant indexers and delivers data.

• Projections: Code bundles that calculate user positions, reward balances, and pool data for specific protocols.

• Subgraph: Indexes events to identify active users in each protocol.

• Watcher: Periodically analyzes subgraph data to compute current positions.

These components deliver enriched, reliable, and AI-ready on-chain insights.

Team and Founders

• Elie Azzi: Co-founder & CEO, blockchain engineer since 2016, creator of Merlin, DeFi analytics expert.

• Maria Mounayar: Co-founder & COO, Amazon/AWS experience, operations and marketing background, Web3 transition through Merlin.

• Igor Lessio: CTO, extensive experience in software, logistics, and AI.

• Carmen: Product Manager, skilled in bridging traditional technology and Web3 products.

Roadmap

Q4 2025

• Token Generation Event (TGE)

• Expansion to non-EVM chains like Solana and Sui

• Launch of Web3 data solution for AI/ML training

• Execution Layer partnership for agent independence

• Developer integration acceleration via Ambassador Program

Q1 2026

• Transition from centralized to fully decentralized network

• Scale revenue via business development efforts

• Continue expanding data coverage with developer incentives

• Extend Chain Insights Solution across more chains

Governance

Datai Network will implement DAO governance with $DATAI token holders:

• Mechanism: Stake tokens to submit proposals and vote.

• Decisions: Protocol upgrades, fee structures, reward distribution, treasury usage, and feature integrations.

Token Information ($DATAI)

• Total Supply: 1 billion DATAI

• Max Supply: 1 billion DATAI

• Circulating Supply (self-reported): 41.22 million DATAI

Token Utility

• Data Consumers: Pay for network data queries and enjoy discounted fees.

• Network Stakeholders: Indexers, developers, and data aggregators earn $DATAI and stake tokens as collateral for honest behavior.

• In-House Applications: 10% buyback from platform revenue; token used to meet current customer demand.

• External Applications: Stake $DATAI to join the network and pay for data access.

DATAI Token Allocation

• Seed Round: 29%

• Treasury Reserve: 14.2%

• Team & Advisors: 15%

• Liquidity: 10%

• Ecosystem Grants: 8%

• Validator Rewards: 8%

• Early Backers: 8%

• Staking Rewards: 4%

• Public Round: 2.4%

• KOL Round: 2.4%

• Marketing: 8%

Ecosystem

Datai Network ecosystem consists of:

• AI/ML Developers: Users renting computing power for AI workloads.

• GPU Providers/Miners: Individuals or institutions monetizing idle hardware.

• DAO Community: $DATAI holders participating in governance and network decisions.

Features

• Decentralized, community-driven data and computing network

• Projection system for easy integration with multiple protocols

• Optimized on-chain analytics via Subgraph and Watcher modules

• AI-powered DeFi research through Crunchie

• Transforms raw data into AI-ready insights

• Scalable node architecture for high accuracy and security

Official Links

• Website
• Twitter
• Telegram

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