The AI industry is evolving at an astonishing pace, introducing life-changing innovations such as AI agents, advanced large-language models (LLMs), complex generative AI platforms, AI robotics, AI video models, and much more. However, AI workloads are extremely GPU-intensive, and innovative AI builders need access to reliable and scalable GPU computing resources. Furthermore, Web3 AI developers require versatile blockchain infrastructure to build their AI projects.
Aethir and Polyhedra have teamed up to launch a visionary grant program that combines premium GPU cloud computing and AI blockchain infrastructure to support high-impact AI builders. Our shared objective is to support teams building scale-ready, verifiable, and compliant AI applications, focusing on real-world use cases where the authentication of models and data matters. The grant program will be a part of Aethir’s $100 million Ecosystem Fund, joined by Polyhedra’s AI blockchain expertise.
Aethir’s decentralized GPU cloud offers enterprise-grade computing services with our globally distributed network of 425,000+ GPU containers for advanced AI and gaming use cases. The Aethir DePIN stack supports 120+ partners and clients with scalable and cost-effective GPU computing across 95 countries worldwide.
Polyhedra’s EXPchain is pioneering trust and safety by bridging humans, AI, and blockchain through advanced zero-knowledge-proof technology. Establishing practical verification for large language models (LLMs), EXPchain empowers developers to create secure, scalable, and transparent AI applications.
Aethir and Polyhedra are powering the future of Web3 AI evolution by supporting AI innovators with cloud computing and blockchain infrastructure grants.
Grant Program Details
The program will provide grants to AI startups building in the Aethir and Polyhedra ecosystems.
Aethir will provide grantees with compute grants that can be used in Aethir’s DePIN stack to source premium GPU computing for eligible AI projects.
Eligible Applicants
- Enterprise and SMB use cases where AI authenticity and compliance are critical.
- Leading researchers and builders from top universities and reputable builder communities.
- Products built for long-term usage, pioneering innovative AI solutions that solve real-world problems.
Key Eligibility Criteria
All applicants must fulfill the following two key criteria to receive grants.
- Aethir: The project uses Aethir’s cloud computing services and/or collaborates with the Aethir ecosystem through token incentives.
- Polyhedra: Must deploy core functionality on EXPchain.
The grant range for individual AI projects is between $10,000 and $100,000, depending on the project’s needs and the grant committee's decisions.
Supporting AI Innovation with Aethir and Polyhedra’s Grant Program
Aethir’s $100 million Ecosystem Fund has been established to support AI, Web3, and gaming trailblazers with reliable and scalable cloud computing power. As part of our mission to provide enterprise-grade GPU computing for AI use cases, the Aethir Ecosystem Fund now includes our joint grant program with Polyhedra—the grant program results from the synergy between our two ecosystems and our focus on AI innovation.
To apply for Aethir and Polyhedra’s AI grant program, please complete this application form, and our team will contact you as soon as possible.
