Mainnet and Mining Launch Aug 18th

Transform Wasteful Mining
Into Useful AI Work

VFTChain introduces Proof of Useful AI Work (PoUAW) - the first consensus mechanism that secures a blockchain through real AI computations. Turn your GPU into a productive asset.

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Proof of Useful AI Work 1B VFT Total Supply Solana + Filecoin Validator Network
99%
Less Wasteful
vs Traditional PoW
70%
Cost Savings
vs Cloud Providers
1TB+
File Support
IPFS/Filecoin Storage
24/7
Decentralized
Global GPU Network

Can't Mine? Become a Validator!

Low-spec hardware? Earn VFT by validating AI computations with minimal requirements.

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Solving Two Critical Problems

Cryptocurrency mining wastes enormous computational resources while AI development remains inaccessible due to expensive, centralized cloud computing.

Current Problems

Wasteful Crypto Mining

Proof-of-Work consumes electricity equivalent to entire countries, with 99%+ of computation producing no useful output beyond maintaining the ledger.

AI Compute Crisis

Training GPT-4 costs millions. GPU access is monopolized by major cloud providers at premium prices.

Innovation Gatekeeping

Advanced AI development limited to well-funded organizations, stifling global innovation.

VFTChain Solution

Proof of Useful AI Work

Replace arbitrary hash puzzles with real AI computations. Every calculation secures the network AND produces valuable results.

Decentralized GPU Marketplace

Connect idle GPUs worldwide with AI developers. Market-driven pricing cuts costs by up to 70%.

Democratized AI Access

Anyone with a good idea can access world-class compute. From students to startups to researchers.

Real-World Applications

Medical Research

Train AI models on MRI scans for early disease detection. Process sensitive data with encryption.

AI Development

Train LLMs, computer vision models, and neural networks without cloud vendor lock-in.

Data Science

Process terabyte-scale datasets for business intelligence and predictive analytics.

Enterprise-Grade Technology Stack

Built on proven blockchain infrastructure with novel consensus innovation

Solana

Solana Blockchain

65,000 TPS throughput
Sub-second finality

Filecoin

Filecoin/IPFS

Decentralized storage
Content-addressed data

Smart Contracts

Rust programs
On-chain verification

Encryption

End-to-end security
TEE support

System Architecture

AI Developers & Enterprises

Submit jobs via SDK/API

client.submit_job(model, data, gpu_type)

VFTChain Protocol

Job marketplace & consensus

Job Assignment
Validator Verification
Payment Settlement

GPU Mining Network

Process jobs, earn VFT

Proof of Useful AI Work (PoUAW)
Submit Job Smart Contract GPU Processing Validators Verify Result Delivered

Validator Network

Validator Role

Validators ensure the integrity of AI computations by verifying that miners have correctly executed jobs. They form a decentralized verification layer that prevents fraud and ensures quality.

Low Hardware Requirements
Any GPU or integrated graphics, 4GB+ RAM
Earn 5% of Job Fees
Validators share verification rewards
No Staking Required
Start validating immediately, no collateral needed

Verification Process

# Validator verification flow
1. Miner completes AI job
2. Result submitted to blockchain
3. Validator committee selected randomly
4. Validators run verification tests:
   - Check intermediate checkpoints
   - Verify gradient commitments
   - Test on hidden validation data
5. 2/3 majority confirms result
6. Rewards distributed:
   - 95% to miner
   - 5% to validators

Easy Integration

Python SDK Example

# Install VFTChain SDK
pip install vftchain

# Submit an AI training job
from vftchain import Client

client = Client(wallet="phantom_wallet_address")

# Upload dataset to IPFS/Filecoin
dataset_cid = client.upload_data("training_data.tar.gz")

# Submit GPU job
job = client.submit_job(
    task_type="training",
    model="transformer",
    dataset=dataset_cid,
    gpu_requirements={
        "type": "RTX_4090",
        "vram_gb": 24,
        "count": 4
    },
    max_price_per_hour=2.50  # in VFT
)

# Monitor progress
print(f"Job ID: {job.id}")
print(f"Status: {job.status}")
print(f"Assigned to: {job.miner_address}")

# Get results
result = client.get_result(job.id)
model_weights = client.download(result.cid)

Supported Frameworks

PyTorch PyTorch - Full support for all versions
TensorFlow TensorFlow - Native integration
JAX - Accelerated computing
Hugging Face - Model hub support
Docker - Custom environments

Proof of Useful AI Work

A revolutionary consensus mechanism that transforms blockchain security from wasteful computation into productive AI work

How PoUAW Works

1

Client Submits AI Job

AI developers post jobs with dataset CIDs and payment in VFT

2

Miners Compete/Bid

GPU providers bid to perform the computation at market rates

3

Useful Work Performed

Miner trains the AI model or runs inference on their GPU

4

Validators Verify

Validator committee (low-spec hardware users) verifies results using hidden test data

5

Rewards Distributed

Miner earns job fee + block reward, result stored on IPFS

Security Mechanisms

Cryptographic Verification

Intermediate checkpoints and gradient commitments ensure work authenticity.

Validator Committees

Random selection from staked validators prevents collusion. 2/3 majority required. Low hardware requirements enable broad participation.

Reputation System

On-chain reputation scores incentivize long-term honest behavior.

PoUAW vs Traditional Consensus

Feature Proof of Work Proof of Stake Proof of Useful AI Work
Energy Usage Extremely High Low Productive
Useful Output None None AI Models/Results
Decentralization Mining Pools Wealth-Based GPU Miners + Validators
Entry Barrier ASICs Required Large Capital Consumer GPU
Revenue Model Block Rewards Only Staking Rewards Job Fees + Rewards
Participation Options Mining Only Staking Only Mining + Validation

VFT Token Economics

Carefully designed tokenomics that reward useful work, secure the network, and promote long-term ecosystem growth

Token Specifications

Token Symbol VFT
Blockchain Solana (SPL Token)
Total Supply 1,000,000,000 VFT
Consensus Proof of Useful AI Work
Token Standard SPL (Solana)
Launch Status Launching Aug 18th

Token Utility

Payment Currency

Exclusive medium for AI compute payments

Mining Rewards

Earn VFT for processing AI workloads

Validator Rewards

Earn 5% of job fees by validating AI computations

DAO Governance

Vote on protocol upgrades and treasury

Fee Burning

Deflationary mechanism from transaction fees

Token Distribution

Mining Rewards
60% (600M VFT)

Distributed over time to GPU miners

Community Treasury
15% (150M VFT)

DAO-controlled ecosystem fund

Team & Advisors
10% (100M VFT)

Vesting schedule applied

Early Investors
7.5% (75M VFT)

Strategic partners, 2-year vesting

Public Airdrops
5% (50M VFT)

Community rewards and adoption

Partnerships
2.5% (25M VFT)

Strategic integrations

Emission Schedule

Halving every 5 years, mimicking Bitcoin's model

Deflationary

1% of transaction fees burned, reducing supply

Utility-Driven

Value tied to real AI compute demand

Start Mining VFT

Transform your idle GPU into a revenue-generating AI compute node. Join thousands of miners earning VFT by doing useful work.

$3-12/hr
Earning Potential
95%
Job Fee Share
24/7
Passive Income
0%
Pool Fees

Supported GPUs

NVIDIA RTX 5090 (Blackwell) $12+/hour
NVIDIA RTX 5080 $10/hour
NVIDIA RTX 4090 $8/hour
NVIDIA RTX 4080 $6/hour
NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti $5/hour
AMD RX 7900 XTX $4/hour
NVIDIA RTX 3090 $3/hour

Earnings based on current network demand

System Requirements

GPU: 8GB+ VRAM

NVIDIA 30-series or newer recommended

RAM: 16GB minimum

32GB+ for optimal performance

Storage: 500GB+ SSD

For caching models and datasets

Internet: 100 Mbps+

Stable connection required

OS: Windows 10/11, Linux

Ubuntu 20.04+ recommended

Mining Dashboard

Status
Mining Active
Current Job
Training BERT
Earnings (24h)
247.5 VFT
GPU Utilization
94%
Recent Jobs
Image Classification +45.2 VFT
NLP Training +67.8 VFT
Video Processing +38.5 VFT
Performance Metrics
Jobs Completed 1,247
Success Rate 99.8%
Reputation Score 9.7/10

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Become a VFT Validator

Can't mine with your hardware? Join the validator network! Earn VFT by verifying AI computations with minimal GPU requirements and help secure the network.

GPU Mining

High-end GPU Required
RTX 3080+ with 8GB+ VRAM
High Power Consumption
200-400W continuous
Expensive Hardware
$1000+ investment
Higher Earnings Potential
$3-12/hour depending on GPU

Validation

Any GPU Works
Even integrated graphics
Low Power Usage
Minimal electricity costs
Zero Entry Barrier
No upfront costs or staking
Steady Income
50-200 VFT/month average

Validator Requirements

Hardware

  • Any GPU or integrated graphics
  • 4GB+ RAM (8GB recommended)
  • 50GB+ SSD storage
  • Stable internet connection

Getting Started

  • Download desktop client
  • Enable validator mode
  • Start earning immediately
  • No upfront investment

Earnings

  • 5% of all job fees
  • Shared among validator pool
  • Reputation-based bonuses
  • Automated payments

How Validation Works

1

Join Validator Network

Simply enable validator mode in the desktop client

2

Run Validator Software

Desktop client runs validation tasks automatically

3

Verify AI Results

Check miner computations using test data

4

Earn Rewards

Receive 5% share of job fees for successful validations

Validator Benefits

Low Resource Usage

Validation requires minimal computational power compared to mining. Your hardware can handle other tasks while validating.

Fully Automated

Once set up, the validator runs automatically in the background. No manual intervention required.

Network Contribution

Validators are essential for network security and integrity. Help build a trustworthy AI compute ecosystem.

Estimated Validator Earnings

50-200
VFT per Month
Average earnings
5%
Of Job Fees
Validator share
24/7
Passive Income
While using your PC

Earnings depend on network activity and validator performance

Already have the desktop client? Enable validator mode in settings

Development Roadmap

From concept to global AI compute infrastructure - our journey to revolutionize how AI gets built

Phase 1: Foundation

Whitepaper, core team formation, initial development

✓ Whitepaper Published
✓ Core Architecture Designed
✓ Solana Integration
Complete
Complete

Phase 2: Private Testnet

Core functionality, mining client, job marketplace

✓ Desktop Client Beta
✓ Basic Mining Operations
✓ Validator Network Live

Phase 3: Platform Launch (NOW)

Desktop client release, mining live

• Desktop client v1.0 released ✅
• GPU mining functional ✅
• Validator network launched ✅
• DAO governance active ✅
• Pinata IPFS integrated ✅
• Smart contract deployment (In Progress)
Q3 2025 (Current)
Q4 2025

Phase 4: Token Launch

VFTC token launch, DEX listings

• Token generation event
• Raydium DEX listing
• Staking rewards live
• Enterprise partnerships

Phase 5: Advanced Features

Distributed training, privacy features, enterprise tools

• Multi-GPU job coordination
• Encrypted computation (TEE)
• Federated learning support
• Cross-chain bridges
Q1 2026
2026

Phase 6: Global Scale

Enterprise partnerships, cross-chain integration

• Fortune 500 deployments
• 100,000+ active GPUs
• Multi-chain bridges

Phase 7: AI Cloud Vision

Decentralized AI infrastructure standard

• 1M+ GPU nodes
• Industry standard for AI compute
• Complete Web3 AI stack
Beyond

Join the VFTChain Community

Connect with thousands of developers, miners, and AI enthusiasts building the future

Discord

Active community

GitHub

Open source code

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Global chat

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