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# Decentralized Infrastructure

AI models are hosted and executed on decentralized networks, such as those leveraging blockchain or distributed ledger technology. This infrastructure distributes computational tasks across multiple nodes, providing enhanced security through redundancy and reducing the risk of single points of failure. Decentralization also enhances scalability, as additional nodes can join the network to meet growing computational demands. The decentralized nature of the infrastructure ensures that AI models are resilient, accessible, and not dependent on a single provider, improving overall reliability.