AI Models Go Decentralized...Meet Modelz

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Midas AI Research
July 11, 2025

A new platform called Modelz by Alpaca Network is revolutionizing how AI developers monetize open‑source innovation. For the first time developers can tokenize their models using an Initial Model Offering and create community owned AI assets. Each model becomes a tokenized entity complete with its own governance treasury and revenue share structure. Investors do not need technical skills and can gain exposure to AI first hand by buying into tokenized models.

Modelz turns AI development into a shared economy. Creators receive upfront funding and ongoing returns every time their models are used. Token holders share in the upside. The platform also supports staking of $PACA tokens to access early drops and shape future projects.

This marks a shift from centralized software control to collective ownership. It rewards creators and backers alike and builds real incentives around open source contributions.

Why Modelz Matters

Tokenizing models unlocks entirely new revenue pathways for creators. Developers who share models on repositories like Hugging Face can now earn each time their code is deployed. That turns experimental or niche work into sustainable businesses.

At the same time investors no longer need to be engineers to support AI development. They can acquire model tokens early and benefit from adoption through secondary market gains and revenue share. This lowers the barrier to entry for funding open source AI.

What Businesses and Builders Should Do

Creators should explore tokenizing a model they already use or plan to build. Modelz allows you to host the code then launch an IMO using $PACA tokens. Once funded the model is live and revenue is automatically distributed.

Investors in startups or AI projects should consider buying tokenized model shares. This gives them early exposure to real usage data and a stake in the success of decentralized AI innovation.

How to Get Started With Modelz

Visit modelz.io and sign up for the mainnet or beta. Select a model or tool to test. Tokenize it by launching an IMO or invest in an upcoming one. Stake $PACA to gain governance seats and rebates on future offerings. Watch as usage grows and payouts stream in.