San Francisco, CA, August 4th, 2025, FinanceWire
Planck Network has launched what it describes as an industry-first modular layer‑0 blockchain designed specifically for AI-native services and decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePINs). The protocol is intended to serve as the foundational infrastructure for AI-optimized layer‑1s, rollups, and decentralized services, allowing Web3 developers to integrate AI functionality directly without separately interfacing with external compute resources.
The platform incorporates a global GPU processing network, with approximately US $40 million in dedicated AI hardware deployed or committed. This infrastructure aims to support Web3 developers and applications across more than 30 blockchain ecosystems—including Ethereum, BNB Chain, Near, and Polkadot—by providing built-in access to decentralized compute at scale.
CEO Diam Hamstra stated: “Planck Network is a full-stack infrastructure layer combining high‑performance hardware, modular blockchain architecture, and real‑world revenue streams, enabling developers to build decentralized AI applications without reliance on centralized cloud providers.”
Notable Developments and Platform Architecture
- Modular Layer‑0 Base Layer: Planck Network’s core architecture offers shared validator infrastructure, interoperable GPU compute, and cross-chain messaging via the Planck Network Tunnel (powered by VIA Labs). It supports over 30 blockchain networks and integrates USDC payment rails for stablecoin interoperability.
- AI‑Optimized Layer‑1 Chain: An EVM-compatible layer‑1 chain (branded as Planck Network) is tailored for AI workloads—such as model training, inference, and fine-tuning—operating on enterprise-grade GPU nodes. This layer reportedly does not support independent token launches or additional layer‑2 rollups.
- Flagship Products:
AI Cloud: Offers decentralized access to GPUs like H100, A100, B200, H200, RTX 4090, with service-level agreements and bare-metal compute. Pricing is reportedly up to 90% lower than conventional cloud providers, with users able to schedule AI jobs via a GPU Console using USDC or $PLANCK.
AI Studio: Features a low-code platform for model deployment and pipeline automation—supporting open-source or proprietary models, on‑chain fine‑tuning and inference, dataset management, and custom orchestration modules.
Token Mechanics and Revenue Model
- $PLANCK Token: Functions as the native currency within the ecosystem.
- GPU Staking: Operators stake $PLANCK to manage uptime commitments and access workloads.
- Liquid Staking (LPLANCK): Users receive a rebasing token, earning rewards and additional protocol utilities.
- Delegation: LPLANCK holders may delegate to GPU pools, sharing protocol emissions and revenue.
- Governance Participation: LPLANCK holders participate in DAO decisions regarding token emissions, staking incentives, and ecosystem strategy.
- Buyback Mechanism: Income from GPU job execution (paid in USDC) is used to purchase $PLANCK tokens, reinforcing potential demand in the staking economy.
Financial & Institutional Backing
Planck Network’s ecosystem is supported by notable stakeholders in Web3 infrastructure and investment, including:
- DNA Fund, led by early venture figures in Web3
- GDA Capital, a global digital asset investment and advisory firm
- DePIN X Capital, contributing enterprise-grade GPUs valued at $30 million+
- Rollman Management, offering infrastructure support and GPU deployment funding exceeding $200 million
The project has raised approximately US $3.5 million in early-stage capital, with an additional US $4 million committed through staking token sales.
About Planck Network
Planck Network is a modular layer-0 blockchain purpose-built for AI-native applications and decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePINs). It provides scalable compute infrastructure, enterprise-grade GPU hardware, and a two-layer blockchain architecture to support AI workloads and decentralized services across multiple blockchains.
About DNA Fund
DNA Fund is a venture capital firm in the Web3 space, co-founded by Brock Pierce and Scott Walker. With a background in early-stage investments and infrastructure projects, DNA Fund supports blockchain-based startups with capital, strategic guidance, and ecosystem development.
About GDA Capital
GDA Capital is a global investment firm focused on blockchain and digital assets. The firm offers capital investment, token strategy, and advisory services for projects at various stages of growth across multiple industries within the digital economy.
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