Billions is a global network designed to provide verifiable digital identities for both humans and artificial intelligence (AI) agents. The project aims to establish trust, privacy, and accountability in online interactions through a "Private Proof of Humanity" system built on mobile-first verification. ^[1]

Overview

The Billions network was developed to address the growing challenges of digital trust in an era where AI is increasingly integrated into daily life. As interactions with AI systems in sectors like finance, healthcare, and social media become more common, the project identifies a critical need for robust identity verification to ensure these interactions are accountable, safe, and reliable.

The core problem Billions seeks to solve is the proliferation of bots, AI-generated deepfakes, and anonymous malicious actors online, which erode trust and create security risks. The project's vision is to build a "Global Trust Economy" where every interaction between humans and AI is authenticated and secure. This vision is articulated in one of the project's foundational statements:

"Billions envisions a connected world where every interaction among humans and AI is authentic, secure, and trusted. By bridging the gap between humanity and technology, Billions aims to unlock unprecedented value and personalized benefits for every individual, making the digital future equitable, inclusive, and uniquely human-centric." ^[1]

To achieve this, Billions has outlined a three-phase development roadmap. The first phase, the "Human & AI Network," focuses on establishing the foundational anonymous verification system for both human users and AI agents. The second phase, the "Reputation Layer," aims to create a system for building verifiable reputation based on real-world actions and credentials, moving beyond superficial metrics like social media followers.

The final phase, the "Global Trust Economy," is the culmination of the project's goals, where a user's verified identity unlocks exclusive benefits, personalized rewards, and unique digital experiences within a broad ecosystem of partners. The project's development is supported by significant capital, having announced a total of $30 million in funding in September 2025. As of that same period, the network reported a user base of over 900,000 verified individuals worldwide. ^[1]

History

The project's public presence began with the creation of its official X (formerly Twitter) account in January 2022. ^[2] A significant milestone was reached on September 19, 2025, when Billions announced it had secured $30 million in capital funding to develop its Human and AI Network. ^[1]

In late September 2025, the project announced a series of technical and community-focused developments. On September 18, 2025, Billions revealed a strategic partnership with Beamable Network to implement its "Private Proof of Humanity" solution on the Solana blockchain, with an initial focus on the on-chain gaming sector. ^[2]

This was followed by the announcement of its second official NFT collection, the "Billions Supermasks NFT," on September 21, 2025, designed to serve as a new form of digital identity for its users. ^[2] During this period, the project also engaged its early community through a "burn" event for its initial "Genesis NFT" collection. The event, which allowed holders to either burn or keep their NFTs, was extended for 24 hours and concluded on September 23, 2025. By September 28, 2025, the project confirmed that a snapshot of all Genesis NFT holders had been completed, finalizing the event. ^[2]

Technology

The technological foundation of Billions is centered on creating a secure and private method for verifying identity, detailed in its technical whitepaper, the "Deep Trust Paper." ^[1]

Core Framework

The central concept of the network is "Private Proof of Humanity," a system designed to cryptographically distinguish humans from bots and AI agents without compromising user privacy. This framework is intended to combat the rise of AI-driven misinformation, deepfakes, and automated accounts that can manipulate online ecosystems. The system is built to be accessible and does not require proprietary hardware or invasive biometric scanning, relying instead on common consumer technology. ^{[1] [2]}

Verification Process

The verification process is mobile-first, designed for widespread adoption.

• Human Verification: A user downloads the Billions mobile application, available on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Using their smartphone's camera and an official government-issued ID, the user can complete the verification process. The system is designed to be privacy-preserving, with user data remaining encrypted on their personal device.
• AI Verification: The network also provides a mechanism for assigning verifiable identities to AI agents. This allows for accountability and trust when humans interact with AI, ensuring that the AI's actions can be traced back to a verified source or operator.

This dual verification system for both humans and AI is a core component of the project's goal to create a trusted digital environment. ^[1]

Blockchain Integration

Billions leverages decentralized identity technologies. The project's technical repositories indicate a strong integration with or foundation upon 0xPolygonID, Polygon's decentralized identity protocol. This suggests the use of World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) standards such as Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs) and Verifiable Credentials (VCs), which allow users to own and control their own identity data without relying on a central authority. ^[1]

In addition to its foundation within the Polygon ecosystem, Billions announced a strategic expansion to the Solana blockchain in September 2025. Through a partnership with Beamable Network, Billions is set to implement its Private Proof of Humanity solution on Solana, targeting the on-chain gaming industry to address issues like bot-driven cheating and unfair reward distribution. ^[2]

Ecosystem and Features

The Billions network includes several components designed to incentivize participation and provide utility for its verified identity system.

Rewards System

Verified users on the Billions network can earn "Power," which functions as the platform's internal reward points. Power is acquired by users who prove their humanity and by completing various tasks and activities available on the "Billions Portal," a dedicated web platform for user engagement. These points are not a cryptocurrency but serve as a measure of a user's engagement and standing within the ecosystem. Accrued Power can be used to unlock access to ongoing rewards, exclusive benefits, and personalized digital experiences offered by the network and its partners. ^[1]

NFT Collections

Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) play a central role in the Billions identity system, serving as digital representations of a user's status and identity within the network.

• Genesis NFTs: This was the first NFT collection released by the project, distributed to early supporters. In September 2025, the project held a "burn event" where holders could choose to destroy their Genesis NFT, with over 300 NFTs being burned during the event. This type of event is often used to transition early assets or reward holders with new tokens or status.
• Billions Supermasks NFT: Announced on September 21, 2025, the Supermasks collection is the project's second official NFT series. Each Supermask NFT is explicitly designed to represent a unique human on the network, functioning as a new form of digital identity within the Billions ecosystem.

These NFT collections are integral to the project's goal of creating a verifiable and user-owned reputation layer. ^[2]

Partnerships

Billions has established a number of partnerships and integrations across the blockchain and technology sectors. A strategic partnership was formed with Beamable Network to bring the Private Proof of Humanity solution to the Solana ecosystem. Beamable Network is described as a DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network) focused on on-chain gaming, with the collaboration aimed at creating fairer gaming environments by eliminating bots. ^[2]

The project's official website also lists several prominent organizations under a "Trusted By" section, implying partnerships, integrations, or use of its technology. This list includes entities from finance, social media, and various blockchain ecosystems:

• HSBC
• TikTok
• Polygon
• Scroll
• Frame
• Aurora
• NEAR Protocol
• Avalanche

These affiliations suggest a broad strategy for adoption across multiple industries. ^[1]