Zero-cost crazy farming? A roundup of 10 AI projects that can be "white-washed".

Author: Biteye Core Contributor Anci

Editor: Biteye Core Contributor Denise

A computer, configured in three minutes, without spending a penny on gas fees. Recently, projects related to “lightweight nodes/power sharing” have been continuously emerging. After Grass, we have tested 10 representative cases.

01, DAWN, raised 35.5 million USD, testnet

DAWN (Decentralized Autonomous Wireless Network) is a DePIN project based on Solana that allows users to participate in the network by sharing or selling excess internet bandwidth, and to receive rewards through a reward mechanism.

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Participation method: Become a DAWN validator

02, Orochi Network, raised 12 million USD, mainnet launch

Orochi Network is a verifiable data layer based on ZKPs, with the core goal of providing a secure, scalable, and verifiable data processing pipeline for Web3 applications (such as AI/ML models, dApps, and smart contracts), achieving data privacy and integrity, applicable to fields such as gaming, DeFi, IoT, and AI.

Participation Difficulty: ???

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Participation method: Join the ONProver event

03, Gradient, raised 10 million USD, testnet

Gradient Network is a decentralized edge computing network on Solana. It offers a peer-to-peer network protocol, supporting AI inference, content distribution, and serverless functions, emphasizing user privacy, transparency, and decentralized control.

Participation Difficulty: ???

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Participation method: Run a Gradient Sentry Node

04, Bless, raised 8 million USD, testnet

Bless Network aims to integrate the idle computing resources of everyday devices to build a globally shared decentralized computing network, providing low-latency and low-cost computing power for AI, machine learning, and data-intensive applications.

Participation Difficulty: ???

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Participation method: Run Bless Node

05, Datagram Network, raised 4 million USD, testnet

DGramNetwork is a Layer 1 project aimed at providing high-speed data transmission through community-sourced computing, storage, and bandwidth resources, utilizing Hyperfabric technology, and optimizing network performance with AI. It is particularly focused on high-performance applications such as AI-optimized routing, video conferencing, gaming, and telecommunications.

Participation Difficulty: ???

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Participation method: Run ALPHA testnet node

06, Teneo Protocol, raised 3 million USD, testnet

Teneo Protocol aims to build a decentralized, community-driven AI Agent network, where these AI Agents will collect real-time public data from social media (such as X, Reddit, etc.) and the open web, transforming it into structured datasets for AI training.

Participation Difficulty: ???

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Participation method: Run Teneo community nodes on the test network.

07, ARO Network, raised 2.1 million USD, Previewnet launched.

ARO Network aims to utilize the idle bandwidth and computing resources of global users to build an efficient, low-latency decentralized edge network to support edge computing and AI workloads, emphasizing low latency and high efficiency. Currently in the Previewnet phase, it is expected to launch the test network in the fourth quarter of 2025.

Participation Difficulty: ???

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Participation method: Run ARO Node node

08, OptimAI Network, financing, network undisclosed

OptimAI Network is a decentralized data layer incubated by YZi Labs, similar to Grass and Teneo, which collects and validates high-quality, diverse datasets for training AI models through community-contributed computing resources, bandwidth, and feedback.

Participation Difficulty: ???

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Participation method: Run the OptimAI Node.

09, Dreamcash, financing, network undisclosed

Dreamcash is a DEX on Hyperliquid that has been gaining popularity recently. It aims to lower the interaction threshold of DeFi through AI-driven market analysis and automated yield strategies, enabling both novice and experienced investors to easily participate in the digital asset market.

Participation Difficulty: ???

Expected earnings: ???

Participation Method: The product is currently in the private testing phase. You can download the mobile app, which has an automatic timer that calculates the waiting time on the waitlist. The longer you wait, the more points you earn.

10. Nebulai, financing, network not disclosed.

Nebulai is a decentralized AI computing network that aims to connect global computing resources (such as CPU, GPU, storage, and bandwidth) through blockchain, forming a permissionless, efficient, and censorship-resistant AI workload execution platform.

Participation Difficulty: ???

Expected revenue:???

Participation method: Join the computing power network.

Specific operation: Enter the Open Compute webpage, connect the wallet, and then turn on the switch button on the webpage to run and receive $NEB incentives.

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These are 10 projects that are easy to operate and cost zero. If you find it useful, feel free to like, share, and you can also leave a comment to share your findings!