The Rise of AI Layer 1 (NEAR Protocol): By 2026, $NEAR will no longer just be a high-speed blockchain but has evolved into the 'backbone' for decentralized AI. With its capability to handle large data sets at low costs, NEAR is attracting AI models to run directly on-chain.
Potential AI Portfolio (TAO & RENDER): Bittensor ($TAO ) continues to lead the way in peer-to-peer artificial intelligence networks, while RENDER is tackling the global GPU shortage for model training. These projects have shifted from 'promising' to 'real-world application'.
The future of Decentralized AI: The convergence of AI and Blockchain is addressing transparency and data ownership issues. Instead of letting big corporations monopolize, decentralized AI allows users to contribute data and receive corresponding value, paving the way for a new economic era by 2026.
