Grants Program

Supports developers, researchers & entrepreneurs building AI3.0

Funds projects that grow and enhance the Autonomys Network

Allocates up to 10% of the total $AI3 token supply to ecosystem development

MISSION

To support, enhance and accelerate the growth of decentralized AI (deAI) on the Autonomys Network by empowering innovative developers, researchers and entrepreneurs to create AI-powered decentralized applications (super dApps), tools and infrastructure that drive the evolution of AI3.0.

Objectives

Foster Innovation in Decentralized AI

Support projects that unlock new possibilities for AI-powered applications through decentralized technology.

Enable Scalable AI Infrastructure

Fund initiatives that contribute to the development and improvement of the Autonomys Network’s core components, such as high-throughput storage, AI-centric compute resources, and modular blockchain architecture.

Promote Accessibility

Lower the barriers to entry for developers and researchers by providing resources to create cost-effective, scalable, and user-friendly solutions.

Encourage Interoperability

Support projects that connect and integrate the Autonomys Network with other blockchain ecosystems and existing AI tools.

Enhance Privacy and Security

Prioritize the development of privacy-preserving and verifiable AI systems to ensure data integrity and user protection.

Foster Innovation in Decentralized AI

Support projects that unlock new possibilities for AI-powered applications through decentralized technology.

Enable Scalable AI Infrastructure

Promote Accessibility

Lower the barriers to entry for developers and researchers by providing resources to create cost-effective, scalable, and user-friendly solutions.

Encourage Interoperability

Support projects that connect and integrate the Autonomys Network with other blockchain ecosystems and existing AI tools.

Enhance Privacy and Security

Prioritize the development of privacy-preserving and verifiable AI systems to ensure data integrity and user protection.

Infrastructure Grants

For developers and researchers enhancing the core components of the Autonomys Network, including improvements to the distributed storage network (DSN) for high-throughput AI data hosting; advancements in the modular blockchain architecture, including consensus mechanisms like Proof-of-Archival-Storage (PoAS); and scalable, AI-optimized compute solutions.

AI-Powered dApp Grants

For dApp developers building super dApps or integrating advanced AI capabilities into their applications via the Autonomys Network for autonomous and collaborative functionality, including AI-driven tools and platforms for industries like finance, healthcare, and logistics, and on-chain agents capable of dynamic decision-making.

Research Grants

For academics, AI researchers, and blockchain scientists advancing the theoretical and practical foundations of decentralized AI systems and exploring new frontiers in blockchain technology, focusing on research into new consensus mechanisms, scalability solutions, or eco-friendly alternatives to traditional mining; privacy-preserving AI systems and decentralized AI governance; and innovative applications of AI and blockchain technology.

Community Grants

For educators, community leaders and content creators fostering education, adoption, and ecosystem growth through the creation of open-source tools, resources, guides and documentation; developer initiatives such as workshops, tutorials and developer bootcamps; and community engagement campaigns to onboard new developers and users to the Autonomys Network.

Integration Grants

For developers and teams enabling seamless connectivity between the Autonomys Network and other blockchain ecosystems and AI tools via interoperability solutions, bridges, plugins, and SDKs that simplify integration for developers.

What We Provide

The Subspace Foundation Grants Program is committed to supporting grantees throughout their journey. While the program primarily offers financial resources in the form of gas credits, $AI3, stablecoins, or US Dollars, it also provides operational support to ensure the success of funded projects, including:

A dedicated grant administration team to help guide you through every step of the process, from application assistance, clarifying grant requirements and answering questions, to milestone support, working closely with grantees to ensure milestone requirements are well understood and achievable. Expect quick responses to your inquiries through your preferred communication channels (email, Discord, or forum).

Comprehensive living documentation and resources, including clear grant guidelines and instructions on submitting applications, delivering milestones, and reporting; technical guides and APIs for integrating and building on the Autonomys Network; and accessible information about the network and grants program.

Visit autonomys.xyz for an overview of the network
Visit academy.autonomys.xyz to understand our architecture and mission at a deeper level
Visit develop.autonomys.xyz for all documentation related to development
Visit docs.autonomys.xyz for all documentation related to node running
Visit subspace.foundation/grants for all information about the grants program

Community and networking opportunities as part of the vibrant Autonomys Network community, including real-time developer support from peers and experts via Discord, technical advice, project update sharing and collaboration with other grantees on the forum; project recognition and marketing through features on Autonomys’ blog, forum and social media channels; and community-led hackathons and events in which to participate, showcase progress, connect with other builders, and receive feedback.

Expert mentorship and advisory from Autonomys leadership and industry veterans, including technical guidance on optimizing your solution for the Autonomys Network; strategic input and feedback on your project’s potential impact and scalability; and insights from experts in decentralized AI and blockchain technology.