*Top AI + Big Data coins by dev activity*
“Development activity” = how much code the team writes. More commits, updates, fixes. It shows the project is alive and building.
*The 3 you listed:*
1. *LINK (Chainlink)*
What it does: Brings real-world data to blockchains.
AI/Big Data angle: Used for data feeds, proof of reserves, CCIP. Lots of AI projects need real data.
Dev activity: Chainlink ships updates all the time. Staking, CCIP, new chains.
2. *ICP (Internet Computer)*
What it does: Wants to run full apps on-chain, like a web3 cloud.
AI/Big Data angle: Can run AI models on-chain. Has “canisters” for big data.
Dev activity: DFINITY team pushes code daily. Lots of new features.
3. *NEAR*
What it does: Fast, cheap layer 1 chain.
AI/Big Data angle: NEAR team is big on “user-owned AI.” They fund AI projects and data tools.
Dev activity: Very active. Sharding, chain abstraction, AI apps.
*Why dev activity matters:*
1. Shows the team did not quit in the bear market.
2. More updates = more new features for users.
3. But high activity does not always mean price goes up.
*Other names often in top 10 for dev activity:*
FET, GRT, RNDR, OCEAN, TAO. Depends who measures it and when.