# Talus

> Talus is a decentralized AI automation protocol that enables the creation of autonomous AI Agents for on-chain and off-chain use. Built on the Sui Network, it offers verifiability, transparency, and high performance.

- Canonical URL: https://iq.wiki/wiki/talus
- Categories: Projects & Protocols
- Tags: Layer1, AIPlatform, AIInfrastructure, AIAgent
- Created: 2026-07-23T10:32:59.939Z
- Last updated: 2026-07-24T21:08:16.633Z
- Source: IQ.wiki — the world's largest blockchain and crypto encyclopedia (https://iq.wiki)

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**Talus** is a decentralized AI infrastructure project built on the [Sui](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sui) [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain). The platform provides tools for developing, deploying, and operating autonomous [AI agents](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ai-agents) that can execute onchain and offchain tasks. Talus integrates artificial intelligence with blockchain-based infrastructure to support verifiable agent execution and decentralized automation across [Web3](https://iq.wiki/wiki/web3) applications. [\[1\]](#cite-id-xvcNxLtA40zsFfKw)  [\[3\]](#cite-id-7GoETZmDAn6iclnP)  [\[5\]](#cite-id-TeoTjGKStYet2f27) 

## Overview

**Talus Network** is a decentralized platform focused on enabling autonomous AI-driven services to improve the digital economy. It was initially launched in 2023 by Talus Labs, and provides an infrastructure that combines [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) with AI, facilitating autonomous digital workflows. Talus Network aims to decentralize artificial intelligence and bring new efficiencies to various sectors such as finance, gaming, and supply chain management. [\[2\]](#cite-id-5bkgLdV6JkdDP89d)**​**

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## History

Talus Network emerged as a solution to the limitations of centralized AI systems, intending to democratize the use of AI. Founded in 2023 by Michael Hanono, along with support from notable investors like [Polychain Capital](https://iq.wiki/wiki/polychain-capital), [Animoca Brands](https://iq.wiki/wiki/animoca), and [Sui](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sui), it quickly garnered attention for its innovative approach to decentralized AI. [\[3\]](#cite-id-7GoETZmDAn6iclnP) [\[4\]](#cite-id-62T3HWSyHmSdLRAi)​

The protocol is developed using the Move programming language and operates on the [Sui](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sui) [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain), leveraging its high throughput and low latency to support complex AI workflows with rapid and secure execution. [\[5\]](#cite-id-TeoTjGKStYet2f27)​

## Technology & Infrastructure

The core of the Talus Network lies in its Talus Agentic Framework (TAF), which allows for the creation and deployment of smart, autonomous agents. These agents can autonomously manage tasks across different [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) environments, using the high-performance capabilities of the [Sui](https://iq.wiki/wiki/sui) blockchain. TAF facilitates modular and asynchronous workflows through decentralized agents, which are constructed using Talus Tools. These tools can represent both onchain and offchain processes, allowing developers to create workflows that are verifiable yet secure. [\[6\]](#cite-id-XnCPU3QE80cXIpOS)​

Nexus, another fundamental component, serves as a decentralized protocol for automating AI-driven workflows. It comes complete with a Leader network that coordinates offchain computations, ensuring integration with both onchain and offchain operations. [\[7\]](#cite-id-OS7uWOyHVPWOSDNr) By providing both onchain tools and decentralized automation, Talus seeks to reduce entry barriers for AI and make it accessible to a broader audience.

## Products & Use Cases

Talus offers a variety of applications for its infrastructure, primarily aimed at elevating the capabilities of current [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) solutions:

1. **Talus Vision:** This is a no-code visual builder that simplifies creating complex agent workflows, making it accessible for non-developers to participate in blockchain and AI innovations. [\[2\]](#cite-id-5bkgLdV6JkdDP89d)
2. **Agent-versus-Agent (AvA) Gaming:** This platform allows [AI agents](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ai-agents) to compete in gaming environments autonomously, reflecting the network's entertainment capabilities and reinforcing its potential for creating dynamic, AI-driven games. [\[1\]](#cite-id-xvcNxLtA40zsFfKw)
3. **Agent as a Service (AaaS):** It involves using autonomous agents to optimize and manage services like [DeFi](https://iq.wiki/wiki/defi) protocols, where agents can undertake tasks such as liquidity management and automated trading strategies. [\[8\]](#cite-id-e7RtKl96woisJx54)

## Tokenomics

The native currency of the Talus Network is the US is capped at 10 billion, with various allocations for different purposes such as ecosystem rewards and foundation reserves. Stakeholders who hold $US tokens may participate in governance and other community-related functions within the network. [\[9\]](#cite-id-qX96I13sakWYnvfS)​

US facilitates network operations such as paying service fees, partaking in governance, and implementing decentralized automation. This ensures transparent transaction handling and fair compensation for service providers and tool developers. [\[10\]](#cite-id-nqI6kX7qQr9ok9Mr)​

## Team & Governance

Talus Network is backed by an array of high-profile investors and a team dedicated to advancing decentralized AI technology. The involvement of [Polychain Capital](https://iq.wiki/wiki/polychain-capital), alongside other influential backers like [Animoca Brands](https://iq.wiki/wiki/animoca) and key individuals from Nvidia and IBM, underscores the substantial financial and intellectual support behind the project. [\[1\]](#cite-id-xvcNxLtA40zsFfKw)​

The governance of Talus is designed to be community-driven, with token holders participating in decision-making processes. The framework supports a democratic approach to development, emphasizing the decentralization principles at its core. [\[6\]](#cite-id-XnCPU3QE80cXIpOS)​

## Partnerships & Adoption

Talus Network continues to forge strategic partnerships to expand its reach and adoption. With a focus on integrating AI across multiple industry verticals, it aims to collaborate with platforms that share a vision for a more autonomous and efficient digital economy. [\[8\]](#cite-id-e7RtKl96woisJx54)​

Through these partnerships, Talus aims to demonstrate the potential of AI-guided automation in enhancing [blockchain's](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) capabilities, building on its infrastructure to create impactful solutions across finance, gaming, and more. [\[5\]](#cite-id-TeoTjGKStYet2f27)​