io.net
Decentralized GPU network aggregating idle GPUs into on-demand AI compute clusters.
About
io.net is a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) on Solana that aggregates underutilized GPUs from independent operators into scalable virtual clusters for AI training and inference. Developers provision GPU clusters through io.net Cloud, selecting GPU type, location, and security level, while suppliers earn IO token rewards for contributed compute.
The company raised a $30 million Series A in March 2024 led by Hack VC at a $1 billion valuation, with Multicoin Capital, Solana Ventures, OKX Ventures, Aptos Labs, and Delphi Digital participating, plus angels including the founders of Solana and Aptos. It secured SOC 2 certification in early 2025 as part of an enterprise push.
Caveats: the token-based economy exposes suppliers to crypto volatility, decentralized scheduling can complicate strict SLA guarantees versus centralized clouds, and DePIN projects face ongoing regulatory uncertainty.
What it can do
- On-demand decentralized GPU clusters
- Hourly cluster booking with geo selection
- IO token payments and rewards
- Proof-of-compute verification
- SOC 2 certified platform
Setup
Sign up at io.net, fund an account (fiat or IO token), and deploy GPU clusters from the web console or API.
Prerequisites
Account with payment method; IO tokens optional for discounted compute.
Use cases
Works with
Trust score — 8/10
Scored 8/10 (verified tier, metrics-v1). Evidence: Verified via vendor site/docs/GitHub and reputable coverage, wave 82; Trending score 84/100 from researcher assessment.
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