
3 AI Projects Making Waves on Base This Week
Base Hub highlights three promising AI projects on the Base blockchain. OpenGradient has 13 new models and 2M+ verified inferences, while AntSeedAI has 100+ paying users and 336 services.
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Base Hub highlights three promising AI projects on the Base blockchain. OpenGradient has 13 new models and 2M+ verified inferences, while AntSeedAI has 100+ paying users and 336 services.

Investigative researcher ZachXBT alleges that insiders control 95% of the LAB token supply, citing hidden deals and private loans. The project, valued at $6 billion, faces scrutiny over potential market manipulation.

Hyperliquid, a derivatives-focused blockchain, generated the highest fee revenue last week, outpacing major chains. This shift highlights the growing influence of specialized 'vertical chains' in the crypto ecosystem.

Turnkey has raised $12.5 million to develop and launch its Verifiable Cloud, a secure computing product for digital assets. The funding round was backed by Circle Ventures and Sequoia Capital, highlighting growing interest in secure digital asset solutions.

Kroll, managing the FTX/Alameda bankruptcy, is regularly unstaking and selling Solana (SOL) to repay creditors. This process is part of ongoing efforts to liquidate Alameda Research's assets.

Fidelity International has launched a tokenized liquidity fund on Chainlink, backed by Moody’s ratings and JPMorgan’s pricing data. This marks a significant step in bringing traditional finance products to the blockchain.

Investigative researcher ZachXBT has identified an 18-year-old allegedly responsible for multiple crypto scams totaling $19 million. The individual is accused of orchestrating several high-profile frauds over the past year.

Coinbase reported a $500 million loss in Q1 2026 due to falling crypto prices. The company's shares fell 4% following the earnings report, highlighting the volatility in the crypto market.

Venice's daily text inference has surged from 10 billion to 55-65 billion tokens, a 6x increase. This rapid growth raises questions about its valuation and sustainability.

Japanese telecom giant KDDI is acquiring a 14.9% stake in Coincheck Group for $65 million. The deal includes a business alliance to expand crypto access through revenue sharing and customer referrals.

The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) is moving $6 trillion in DTC-custodied U.S. Treasuries onto the blockchain using Canton’s real-world asset (RWA) infrastructure. Meanwhile, Lighter’s LIT token launched trading at a fee multiple comparable to Hyperliquid’s high-fee model.

JPMorgan is launching a new tokenized money market fund, following BlackRock's recent move. This marks a growing trend of traditional finance firms adopting blockchain technology.

Elliptic, a blockchain analytics firm, has raised $120 million in a Series D funding round, valuing the company at $670 million. Deutsche Bank and Nasdaq Ventures are among the major investors, signaling growing interest from traditional financial institutions in the crypto space.

XRP-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the U.S. saw their largest single-day inflow since January, attracting $25.8 million. This surge comes even as ether ETFs experienced outflows, highlighting shifting investor interest.

Kraken's parent company and Franklin Templeton are collaborating to create blockchain-based investment products. This partnership aims to bring traditional finance closer to crypto, offering new opportunities for investors.

State-sponsored hackers from North Korea were responsible for 60% of all crypto-related thefts in 2025, totaling $2.1 billion. These groups are using advanced techniques to launder money across different blockchain networks.

Dolphin AI has launched a new chatbot that prioritizes user privacy. The bot doesn't store conversation history, making it a more secure option for sensitive discussions.

A new open-source AI model has been released that can outperform GPT-4 in coding tasks. This could make advanced AI tools more accessible to developers and hobbyists.

BlackRock is filing to offer new tokenized funds, joining a 200% year-over-year growth in real-world assets on the blockchain. This move could make investing in traditional assets more accessible.

The VVV token is reaching record prices, and a detailed post explains the company, token, and product. This is a great resource for understanding the project's potential.

Experts at Consensus Miami discussed how hybrid blockchains and address monitoring can protect user privacy while maintaining transparency. This approach could make blockchain technology more appealing to everyday users.