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| 1h | 24h | 7d | 30d | 60d | 90d |
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| 1.59% | 4.85% | 17.14% | 14.87% | 34.56% | 53.62% |
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| Address | Token | Quantity | Percentage | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0xef72...eb7b |   GAIA | 220,984,250 | 22.1% | $457K |
| Base: L1 Standard Bridge (2c35) | GAIA | 102,465,059.7 | 10.25% | $211.9K |
| 0x13dd...14d6 | GAIA | 97,095,694.73 | 9.71% | $200.79K |
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About Gaia
Gaia is a decentralized AI inference platform that enables developers to deploy and run AI agents on a distributed network of nodes. Its core business revolves around providing a marketplace where node operators host open-source LLMs (like Llama, Gemma, and Phi) and knowledge bases, while users access them via an OpenAI-compatible API. The platform's key value proposition is decentralization: instead of relying on centralized cloud providers, AI inference is performed across a peer-to-peer network, reducing costs and increasing censorship resistance. It addresses market pain points such as high inference fees, vendor lock-in, and lack of transparency in AI model execution. By allowing anyone to run a node and contribute compute, Gaia creates a more accessible and resilient AI infrastructure.
In the past six months (Feb-Aug 2026), Gaia has focused on expanding its node ecosystem and improving the developer experience. The official website and Twitter indicate ongoing efforts to integrate more open-source models, enhance the staking and incentive mechanisms for node operators, and simplify the deployment process via Docker and CLI tools. The platform has also emphasized its compatibility with existing AI frameworks, making it easy for developers to switch from centralized APIs. While no major negative events were reported, the project faces inherent challenges common to decentralized networks, such as ensuring node reliability and maintaining quality of service across heterogeneous hardware.
Gaia's journey began with a $10 million seed round in May 2024, backed by strategic investors including Generative Ventures and Republic Capital, aimed at decentralizing AI inference. A landmark partnership with UC Berkeley's FHL Vive Center followed, integrating decentralized AI teaching assistants into STEM courses. The Alpha phase processed thousands of daily requests on Telegram, Discord, and X, leading to a Beta launch focused on node accessibility, later extending support to all Apple M chips. By mid-2025, node count surpassed 100,000, demonstrating network scale. Gaia introduced the GDN domain system for AI-driven services and an AI search tool, bridging creativity to execution. Custom Formula 1 racing AI agents showcased domain-specific applications. A hackathon with $50,000 in rewards fostered ecosystem development. The GAIA token launched on Binance Alpha on July 30, with a first-phase airdrop requiring 233 Alpha points, marking a key liquidity and community milestone. These events collectively establish Gaia's long-term trajectory toward a decentralized, user-owned AI infrastructure.
Co-founders and key executives:
Matt Wright (Co-founder & CEO): Former J.P. Morgan, Consensys, and AngelHack leader; built developer communities and founded Gaia to decentralize AI inference.
Shashank Sripada (Co-founder & COO): Founding executive at Nextwave X Partners; previously led venture initiatives with corporates like Chipotle; focuses on operations and commercial growth.
Sydney Lai (Co-founder & CTO): Technical lead driving Gaia's distributed AI infrastructure; background in engineering and blockchain systems.