Cortex is an open-source, peer-to-peer, decentralized blockchain platform that supports the distribution and execution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) models on a distributed network. It enables easy integration of AI models into smart contracts and the creation of decentralized applications (DApps) with AI capabilities.
Cortex defines itself as the world’s first decentralized world computer that can run AI and AI-powered dApps on the blockchain. The Cortex Virtual Machine operates with GPU-based AI mining support and EVM compatibility, running AI models on the Cortex chain instead of CPUs.
Prior to Cortex, there was no known way to efficiently and deterministically run machine learning models on a blockchain. Cortex claims to have solved this problem primarily through CVM and MRT (merging and only integer output) mechanisms.
In addition, Cortex brings a new player to the ecosystem: Artificial Intelligence developers. It provides a mechanism that encourages AI developers to store their models on the blockchain. This creates an ecosystem that allows AI developers to profit from their AI models on the blockchain and enables dApp developers to access the best AI models in the world.
Furthermore, Cortex offers users a wallet and mining service. The wallet is available for free on Chrome, iOS, and Android. Users can securely store CTXC tokens and use them for fast transactions without revealing their identities.