basilica (SN39)

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basilica (SN39) is a decentralized compute marketplace that operates as Subnet 39 on the Bittensor network. The project's objective is to offer GPU resources to support artificial intelligence workloads with a focus on performance and reliability. With this, basilica positions itself as an infrastructure layer for applications within the Bittensor AI ecosystem.

How basilica works

In practice, the platform connects those who need compute with miners who provide GPU capacity. The approach prioritizes service quality and consistency, rather than operating solely through price arbitrage. To encourage the delivery of compute according to suitable standards, basilica uses collateral systems based on smart contracts.

Technology and purpose in the ecosystem

As Subnet 39, basilica integrates the infrastructure of an AI ecosystem called Covenant AI. It operates alongside other subnets, including Templar (SN3) and Grail (SN81), focused on different components of the system. This design seeks to enable reliable access to GPU for machine learning tasks.

Use for those who work with AI

basilica serves researchers, developers, and organizations that need GPU capacity to train, fine-tune, and deploy machine learning models. The marketplace model was designed to reduce uncertainty in obtaining compute, supporting the execution of artificial intelligence workloads with greater predictability.