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Monetization of AI Processing in the Current Technology Landscape

Introduction

In today’s tech-driven world, artificial intelligence (AI) has permeated almost every industry, streamlining processes, improving decision-making, and providing new services and products. While AI continues to evolve, the commercialization and monetization of AI processing are turning heads. This post will delve into how AI processing is being monetized, the concept of tokenization, and how decentralization could be the key to a more inclusive and diverse AI ecosystem.

Understanding the Monetization of AI Processing

To get started, it’s essential to understand what AI processing entails. It involves the use of computing resources to run algorithms and models that can perform tasks typically requiring human intelligence. These tasks include understanding natural language, recognizing patterns and images, and making predictions based on data.

Traditionally, companies that offered AI capabilities often did so via cloud-based platforms. However, as the technology matures, new avenues of monetization have emerged.

Tokenization: Pay-per-Use Models

One of these novel approaches is tokenization, which, in the context of AI processing, means paying for processing power using digital tokens. This model allows for more granular control over costs as you can pay for processing time per minute or even per second. This pay-per-use model is incredibly efficient for companies that may not have consistent processing needs.

Tokenization is facilitated through blockchain technology, which allows transactions to be securely and transparently recorded. Companies can buy tokens and then redeem them for processing time on AI platforms. This model is not only cost-effective but also fosters a marketplace for AI processing where companies can compete on price and performance.

Processors vs. Modelers: Where Lies the Opportunity?

Within the AI landscape, companies usually fall into one of two categories – processors or modelers. Processors provide the computing power necessary to run AI algorithms, while modelers develop the algorithms and models.

For processors, the opportunity lies in scaling and optimizing computing resources efficiently. As AI algorithms become more complex, there is a growing demand for high-performance computing. By providing these resources as a service, processors can attract a wide range of customers who don’t want to or can’t afford to invest in building their infrastructure.

On the other hand, modelers can focus on creating innovative algorithms that cater to niche markets or solve specific problems. By concentrating on specialization, they can build a competitive edge that is not easily replicable.

Decentralization: Breaking the Silos

One of the challenges of AI development has been the siloed nature of research and development. Companies often keep their data and models proprietary, which can stifle innovation and lead to biases within AI algorithms.

This is where decentralization can be a game-changer. By decentralizing AI development and processing, companies, individuals, and institutions can collaborate and contribute to a shared pool of knowledge. Large Language Models (LLM) and Natural Language Processing (NLP) models, for instance, can benefit from diverse datasets that are not bound by the constraints of a single organization.

Enhancing Diversity and Inclusion

Decentralization can lead to AI models that are more inclusive and representative of the global population. When development is centralized, the data used to train AI models often reflect the biases and limitations of that particular organization. By opening up the development process and allowing contributions from a diverse group of collaborators, the resulting AI models are more likely to be free of biases and better attuned to different cultures, languages, and perspectives.

The Vision for the Future

The vision for AI processing is one where decentralized networks of processors and modelers collaborate on a global scale. Blockchain technology can facilitate this through secure transactions and the tokenization of processing power. This approach is expected to reduce the barriers to entry for AI development, allowing smaller players and even individuals to participate actively in the ecosystem.

In such a network, innovation can thrive as AI models can be crowdsourced, bringing together the collective intelligence of experts from various domains. Here’s what this visionary landscape would entail:

Shared Learning and Continuous Improvement

In a decentralized AI network, models can be constantly updated and improved upon by contributors worldwide. This shared learning can facilitate more robust and high-performance AI algorithms. Open-source models that are backed by a community of contributors can evolve much faster than proprietary ones.

Enhanced Security and Privacy

Decentralization can also lead to improved security and privacy. With the use of blockchain technology, transactions and data exchanges are encrypted and verifiable. This ensures that data used for training AI models can be anonymized and that contributors can retain control over their data.

Cost Efficiency

For businesses and developers, decentralized AI processing can translate into cost savings. Instead of investing in expensive infrastructure, they can access processing power on-demand. Additionally, by contributing to and utilizing community-driven models, they can save on development costs and focus on innovation.

Empowering the Underrepresented

One of the most significant advantages of a decentralized approach to AI development is the empowerment of underrepresented communities. In many cases, the data used to train AI models is biased towards a specific demographic. Through decentralization, contributors from various backgrounds can ensure that the data and models are representative of a diverse population, resulting in fairer and more inclusive AI systems.

Scalability

Decentralized networks are highly scalable. With the advent of 5G and other high-speed communication technologies, it is possible to have a global network of AI processors and modelers working seamlessly together. This scalability can further fuel the AI revolution, bringing its benefits to every nook and corner of the world.

Wrapping It Up

The monetization of AI processing is poised to undergo a transformative change through tokenization and decentralization. By harnessing the power of blockchain for tokenized transactions and fostering a global, collaborative development ecosystem, the AI landscape can become more vibrant, inclusive, and innovative.

Companies and individuals that embrace this shift and contribute to the shared growth of AI will likely find themselves at the forefront of the AI revolution. This new paradigm holds the promise of not just advanced technologies, but also of a more equitable and just society where the benefits of AI are accessible to all.

The Continual Beatdown While Keeping Upbeat…?

I can’t be the only person that has to be experiencing this, but the unrelenting negative commentary, news, photos, predictions and even local weather are really testing the best of us. I wake-up hoping to hear that The Curve is flattening, I hope that someone mentions the economy is on the uptick, jobless claims are ramping down and even something as far fetched that positive cases have crested and are on the downward trend. However, assuming (regretfully acknowledging fact) that we (USA) are only on our second or third week of the crisis and depending on where you live and who you believe, it’s still pretty early in this saga. This puts us right back to where we were weeks ago, while you wish you could control things you can’t, you need to practice keeping Positive. Unfortunately, for some of us in the parts of the US where it’s still late Winter, or early Spring…it’s cold, rainy, sometimes snowy and often dreary outside. You may have colleagues that mention going out for a walk to keep their sanity and you wish you could do the same. However, this is just another straw on the proverbial back of the camel. So while you suck it up, wince a little at their triumphs and hope tomorrow brings a little sunshine and a moderately milder day, there is still more ahead in the tunnel of terror you will need to navigate.

I guess what I’m trying to convey is that no matter how much negative “information” you may subscribe to, or be an unwitting participant of, there is still more to be had at this moment and what you do to process it, is up to you. There are plenty of false saviors out there, such as movie stars, celebrities, influencers, musicians and other personalities that already live in artificial environments that are now providing support and/or guidance. But be aware, most are doing this out of a lack of attention, hits to the revenue stream, that has occurred since focus has been turned away from them and onto real-life situations. Let’s say I have a relative, or someone close to me suffering from the negative consequences listed above, a celebrity posting on TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube post will not ease my anxiety. Yet it will get them attention and admiration, especially as they check the “right thing to do” box. I don’t fault them if they truly believe they are assisting in the crisis, but as many have witnessed over the years selfless and discrete charity has done more than posting, for the sake of posting. However, if it makes you feel upbeat to have your favorite celebrity jump into the crisis fray, then so be it and enjoy the euphoric feelings.

In Summary

At the end of the day, only you can measure positivity and its impact on you. If you wake up in the morning in a better place than you went to bed in…then all the better. However, if you wake up looking for false deities and quick fixes, I would hope you remember that we are all in this together and often reaching out over the virtual table or even phone-line will have a greater impact on your day than not, plus it creates relevant relationships going forward.

A Case for Factual Positivity…

The hourly barrage of disappointing news, statistics that highlight the negative trends which can be culled from any sample data and the dire warnings of things to come can really take its toll on you mentally if you let it. However, there is also a problem with “only” hunting for and regurgitating the positive (trying to find that silver lining), ironically you may start to imagine / embellish / inflate stories you have heard that may not actually be factual. So, what am I trying to say here…Positivity is beneficial, when it is grounded in fact and comes with a reputable audit trail. This is a lot harder to produce than the alternative. Yes, there are always people that will gravitate to the negative, salacious and / or outrageous commentary. Why, because it’s exciting and can be used to attract an interactive and boisterous audience which equals more pageviews and more clicks. Positivity is typically not going to be as “sexy” as a negativity, especially when that negative statement is rooted in controversy. We’ve all heard of the term Hot Takes and the provocative nature they are derived from.

Understanding the above, leadership needs to know their audience (I discussed this in a previous post)…will the audience listen to facts, will it be confusing to the group, does it meet the expectations of the reader? The author may want to begin the dialog with controversy / negativity / rumor just to gain their audiences attention, pique their interest and then begin to address the individual topics one-by-one with a positive spin, containing the facts that will ultimately push the negative elements to the back of their audience’s mind. However, be aware in that audience there may also be…

The Troll

Unfortunately, there has been a whole new online personality that has developed over the last few years (Internet Troll) – Those that love to poke the bear for a reaction and ultimately receive notoriety that they would not have normally had in “normal” society. They would not dare do this in public, so they will hide behind avatars, burner accounts, handles and any other user id that gives them anonymity. Once exposed, they will quickly dispose of the ID and start a new one to continue their lust for attention. While often easy to shut them down via facts and figures, they are not limited in their pursuit of a crowd. They will often say the most outrageous comments, just to see / get the reaction. Getting out in front of them is key in your communication strategy to shed positivity, where positivity is warranted.

In summary, the case for factual positivity is absolutely warranted. It provides that proverbial “light at the end of the tunnel” which helps to keep the team / organization motivated, but also aides in knocking the troll nation down a peg by hindering the notoriety and fame they are desperately seeking.