what's inference labs?
Inference Labs is a company focused on advancing verifiable AI through zero-knowledge machine learning (zkML). They developed DSperse, a modular framework for distributed machine learning inference that enables targeted cryptographic verification of specific subcomputations, or "slices," rather than entire models. This approach reduces costs, latency, and memory usage while maintaining trust minimization for critical components like safety checks, IP protection, and sensitive decisions. DSperse supports flexible proof boundaries, global consistency via audits or incentives, and integration with various proving systems. The project is open-source, with empirical results showing up to 60% faster proofs and 50% smaller circuit files on real models. It aims to make verifiable AI practical for real-world applications in blockchain and beyond.
TruthTensor platform deployed 20k+ AI agents in 6 days for Polymarket trading and points.
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x.com/inference_labsRefined concurrent request handling and hardened CI/CD pipeline.
Inferencelabs, described as a network enabling fault tolerant distributed AI at scale through slice-based verification, announced a creator campaign on Kaito platform.
TruthTensor platform reaches 20,000+ AI agents deployed within 6 days of launch, enabling users to create AI agents that place trades on Polymarket using custom strategies and earn points through activity, performance, and referrals.
Secures $6.3M in funding to launch a protocol for proving AI agent inferences.
Partnership with Kaito launches through a new leaderboard, allocating 0.5% of total token supply as rewards: 0.4% for top creators (including 0.1% regional allocation for CN/KR creators) and 0.1% for Kaito ecosystem contributors.
Launches $100K Galxe Starboard campaign with rewards in USDT and future $VERFI token for top contributors through an upcoming ecosystem event.
New Starboard platform goes live, offering up to $100K in USDT plus future VERFI token rewards for top creators.
Reveals architecture details of Auditable Autonomy system including DSperse for verification decisions and JSTprove for proof generation, with on-chain evidence anchoring.
Launches official X Community called "Hitchbot's Guide to the Galaxy" as a dedicated space for discussions about autonomy, verifiable AI, and networked intelligence.
Announces new brand identity and introduces "Auditable Autonomy" with cryptographic governance for all models, systems, and interfaces.
JSTprove verifiable inference toolkit integrates with DSperse model slicing for modular proofs in the Inference Network.
Latest DSperse implementation cuts zkML proof time by 60.5% (228s to 90s) using model slicing for parallel verification.
Announces $11.8M funding raise, nearly doubling the previous total of $6.3M reported in June 2025.
DSperse slicing technology demonstrates significant performance improvements with the Doom model, reducing proof time by 27.5% (from 200s to 145s) and cutting proving key size by 50%.
Launches ClipTagger-12B, a 12B parameter vision-language model developed with Wynd Labs that outperforms Claude Sonnet on video frame captioning while being 17x cheaper.
New DSperse approach achieves 77% faster witness generation, 66% faster proof time, and 45% less memory usage in zkML applications.
New partnership with Orochi Network enables verified data integration for trustless AI inference through zkML-zkMDAL alignment.
New partnership with Unmarshal AI enables trustless AI verification across 55+ blockchains for DeFi, RWA, and DePIN applications.
Operating largest zkML proving cluster on Bittensor Subnet 2 with 10M+ monthly proofs and 76% performance advantage over competitors.
Featured in Cointelegraph's VC Roundup alongside leading DeFi and AI projects, indicating growing industry recognition.
Expands into healthcare sector with zkML-powered diagnostic model validation ensuring patient privacy.
Delphi Digital identifies project as early mover in provable AI inference across distributed GPU networks.
Secured $3M in new funding, bringing total raised to $6.3M.
Secures $6.3M funding round for building decentralized AI security infrastructure.
Hardware requirements revealed: 16GB VRAM Macbook (M1 Pro or better) or NVIDIA/AMD GPU with high VRAM needed for participation.
New partnership with OpenPad AI enables AI-driven Web3 analytics and early-stage deal discovery.
New partnership with AscendEX exchange (5M+ users) expands market reach for verifiable AI infrastructure.
New partnership with EZKL launches privacy-preserving age verification system using zkML on iPhones.
Project rebrands from Kuzco points to Inference; requires Solana wallet attachment for previous farmers.
Strategic partnership launched with Conflux Network to implement verifiable AI on Layer 1 blockchain with focus on Asian market expansion.
New partnership with Marlin Protocol implements TEE technology for secure decentralized AI compute layer.
New strategic partnership formed with WORLD3 to develop transparent, verifiable AI systems for autonomous worlds.
Delphi Ventures backs project with multiple investment rounds, including co-leading first round.
Strategic partnership announced with Three Protocol, combining AI verification and Web3 eCommerce capabilities.
Live zkML infrastructure deployment confirms working product with three active integrations: Renzo, Testmachine, and Smart Delegation.
Delivers Proof of Inference on Bittensor network while partnering with Mode, RPS AI, and Forta Network for DeAI infrastructure development.