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Decentralized Compute

A network of distributed GPU and CPU providers that offer computing power for AI training, inference, and rendering without relying on centralized cloud providers like AWS or Google Cloud.

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A network of distributed GPU and CPU providers that offer computing power for AI training, inference, and rendering without relying on centralized cloud providers like AWS or Google Cloud. Providers (data centers, crypto miners, gamers with idle GPUs) rent out spare capacity, typically at 50-80% lower cost than centralized alternatives. Major projects include Render Network (RNDR), Akash Network (AKT), io.net (IO), and Gensyn. The trade-off is lower reliability and no SLAs compared to centralized cloud.

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