Roko Network is a deep tech protocol that aims to integrate network components to form a self-organizing human-machine network.^[1]

Overview

Roko Network is a decentralized protocol that aims to establish a self-organizing human-machine ecosystem by incorporating artificial intelligence, machine learning, and blockchain technologies. It is designed to support the development of AI and robotics through platforms for trading AI agents as NFTs, coordinating GPU resources for AI training, and simulating robotic systems.

Governed by the Ethereum-based ROKO token, the network seeks to facilitate secure transactions, encourage participation, and prioritize privacy while enabling collaboration between humans and machines.^[1][2][3]

Architecture

Roko Network's architecture integrates various components designed to support AI, machine learning, and robotics. These include RokoDAO for governance, Roko Ultra for intelligent communication, Roko HD Wallet for secure transactions, and the Precision Timing Protocol for synchronized AI and IoT operations. Tools like the URDF Editor facilitate robotics design, while NapthaAI and Nevermined handle AI workflows and payment routing.

Security features include Zymbit for secure boot processes and AWS Timebeat for precise time synchronization. Together, these components aim to establish a decentralized platform for advancing AI and robotics capabilities.^[4]

Ecosystem

RokoDAO

RokoDAO is a decentralized autonomous organization that governs the Roko Network. It manages network funds through Treasury Governance, utilizing Snapshot for voting, and oversees user identities and wallets. The DAO aims to support developers by providing tools through its Developer Platform and Grants Program.

RokoDAO is responsible for integrating the Precision Timing Protocol to synchronize and secure operations, verifying compute tasks and managing treasury functions. It also coordinates Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs) and decentralized marketplaces, aiming to maintain transparency, security, and efficiency within the network.^[1][5]

Roko Ultra

Roko Ultra is a conversational agent developed to facilitate user interaction within the Roko Network. It integrates services such as DePIN and an HD Wallet to support communication and functionality. Built on the Bittensor and EVOLVE frameworks, it aims to serve as a potential interface for network requests.^[1][5]

Roko HD Wallet

The Roko HD Wallet aims to validate transactions and provide time anchors for the Roko treasury, ensuring security through "Root of Trust" verification and edge-based signatures. It plans to integrate decentralized identity (DID) services and follow a Network Time Protocol (NTP) structure. The Roko Precision Timing Protocol seeks to synchronize network computations, providing precise time signals for IoT and AI tasks, while enhancing security through Shamir secret sharing encryption.^[1][5]

GPU Orchestrator

The GPU Orchestrator aims to support AI model training by providing scalable, on-demand decentralized GPU resources. It integrates the Naptha API to streamline data exchange and offers a user interface for managing resource allocation. The platform also includes a personal assistant node, The EGG, and oversees node management tasks such as timing and network wallet operations.^[5]

Robotic Simulation Platform

The Robotic Simulation Platform is designed to facilitate the creation, simulation, and testing of robotic systems through its URDF Builder and URDF Simulator components. The Builder enables users to develop and validate robot models, including their shapes, structures, and physical properties.

The Simulator supports control and learning processes, allowing robots to engage with their environment and refine their capabilities through reinforcement and supervised learning. The platform aims to support collaboration by incorporating fiat-on-ramp mechanisms and account abstraction, simplifying access while encouraging data sharing and development among researchers and developers.^[1][5]

Roko Ledger

The Roko Ledger is a blockchain-based system within the Roko Network that aims to manage transactions while prioritizing data integrity, security, and privacy. It records AI training processes, simulation data, and interactions in a decentralized, immutable manner. Integrated with other network components, it seeks to coordinate tasks such as AI model training and uses the Roko Precision Timing Protocol to ensure synchronized and secure computations.^[5]

CetiAI & NapthaAI

CetiAI and NapthaAI are platforms designed for GPU rental and AI orchestration. CetiAI aims to provide on-demand rental of H100 GPUs at discounted rates while also utilizing Roko's existing GPU infrastructure. NapthaAI seeks to support the Roko Network by offering an LLM workflow orchestration engine, enabling Operator Nodes to manage and coordinate tasks through AI workflows and agent services.^[1][5]

Nevermined & Zymbit

Nevermined and Zymbit contribute to the infrastructure of the Roko Network with a focus on payment routing, orchestration management, and security. Nevermined aims to facilitate decentralized payment routing and the management of AI agent orchestration.

Zymbit focuses on providing secure boot services, ensuring that network devices and nodes are initialized and authenticated properly to prevent unauthorized access and maintain network integrity.^[1][5]

Tokenomics

Roko Network Token ($ROKO)

ROKO is the native ERC20 token of Roko Network, deployed on the Ethereum mainnet. It is used for transactions, incentivizing participation, and enabling decentralized governance within the network.^[5]

Utilities

The ROKO token serves several functions within the Roko Network, including facilitating transactions, staking, governance, and supporting the network's revenue model:

• Transactions: Aims to facilitate the purchase of GPU resources, the trading of AI agents as NFTs, and access to the Robotic Simulation Platform.
• Staking: May be used to access premium features, serve as collateral for DePin resources, and support Actively Validated Services (AVS).
• Governance: Provides holders with the ability to participate in decision-making, including voting on network upgrades and protocol changes.
• Revenue Flow: Contributes to the community treasury through node rewards, transaction fees, and service models, such as a freemium option for the simulation platform.^[1][5]