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The Open-Source
AI Compute Layer
for Base

HERNODE is a decentralized inference network powering open-source language models. Run Hermes-grade AI workloads on distributed hardware. Earn rewards. Build the future of intelligence.

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Infrastructure
Built for Open-Source AI
HERNODE provides the decentralized compute backbone for running open-source language models at scale. No gatekeepers. No API keys. Just distributed intelligence.
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Distributed Inference

Workloads are sharded across node operators globally. Low latency, high throughput, zero single points of failure.

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Hermes-Native Runtime

Optimized for Hermes model family — full GGUF/ONNX support with hardware-aware scheduling across GPU and CPU nodes.

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Stake-to-Compute

Node operators stake $HRND to participate. Higher stake = higher task priority. Slashing ensures honest computation.

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Proof of Inference

Cryptographic verification of compute work. Every inference job is attested on-chain. Fraud proofs protect requesters.

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Base-Native Settlement

All rewards, payments, and staking settle on Base L2. Sub-cent gas fees. Finality in seconds.

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Open Model Registry

Anyone can register open-source models. Community-governed curation ensures quality. No centralized model gatekeeping.

Network
Global Node Distribution
HERNODE operators span 40+ countries. The network self-balances workloads based on latency, capacity, and hardware capability.
42 Regions Online
2,847 Nodes Active
Process
How HERNODE Works
Three steps to participate in the decentralized inference economy.
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Stake $HRND

Deposit tokens to activate your node. Minimum stake scales with hardware tier. Higher stake unlocks priority task routing.

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Run Inference

Your node receives inference tasks from the network scheduler. Execute workloads using local GPU/CPU resources and submit proofs.

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Earn Rewards

Verified compute earns $HRND rewards per task. Rewards are proportional to work completed, uptime, and hardware contribution.

Token
$HRND Tokenomics
Fixed supply. Deflationary mechanics. Aligned incentives for long-term network growth.
1B
Total Supply
Node Rewards
Distributed to operators over 48 months
40%
Ecosystem Fund
Grants, partnerships, model bounties
25%
Community
Airdrops, liquidity, community incentives
15%
Team & Advisors
12-month cliff, 36-month linear vest
10%
Treasury
Governed by $HRND holders
10%
Timeline
Roadmap
Phase 1 — Q2 2026

Genesis Launch

Token launch on Base. Initial node operator onboarding. Core inference engine deployment with Hermes model support.

Token Deploy Node Software v1 Testnet Live
Phase 2 — Q3 2026

Network Expansion

Mainnet node activation. Multi-model registry. Staking contracts. First enterprise inference partnerships.

Mainnet Nodes Staking Live Model Registry
Phase 3 — Q4 2026

Proof of Inference

On-chain compute verification. Fraud proof system. Cross-chain inference requests from Ethereum, Optimism, Arbitrum.

PoI Protocol Cross-Chain Governance
Phase 4 — Q1 2027

Autonomous Intelligence

DAO governance activation. Autonomous model fine-tuning pipelines. Agent-to-agent inference marketplace.

DAO Launch Agent Market Fine-Tune Pipelines
Participate
Node Operator Tiers
Choose your hardware tier. Higher tiers receive priority routing and increased reward multipliers.
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Edge Node

Consumer GPU (8GB+ VRAM). Run quantized models for lightweight inference tasks. Perfect for community contributors.

Min Stake: 5,000 $HRND · Reward: 1x
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Compute Node

Professional GPU (24GB+ VRAM). Full-precision inference. Priority task routing. Serve enterprise-grade workloads.

Min Stake: 50,000 $HRND · Reward: 2.5x
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Validator Node

Multi-GPU cluster. Run inference + validate proofs. Highest reward tier. Participate in network governance.

Min Stake: 250,000 $HRND · Reward: 5x
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Model Curator

Stake without hardware. Curate the model registry. Vote on model quality. Earn curation fees from inference volume.

Min Stake: 10,000 $HRND · Reward: Variable
Questions
FAQ
What hardware do I need to run a node?+
Minimum: any GPU with 8GB VRAM (RTX 3060 or equivalent) or 16GB RAM for CPU-only nodes. Recommended: RTX 4090 or A100 for maximum rewards. The network auto-schedules tasks based on your hardware capability.
How are inference rewards calculated?+
Rewards = (tasks_completed * task_weight * uptime_multiplier * tier_multiplier). Tasks are weighted by computational complexity. Uptime above 95% gives bonus multipliers. Higher staking tiers unlock higher tier multipliers.
Is HERNODE affiliated with Nous Research?+
HERNODE is an independent community project inspired by the open-source AI movement. We are built on the same principles: open models, decentralized access, and community-driven development. Our inference engine is optimized for the Hermes model family among other open-source architectures.
What models can I run on HERNODE?+
Any open-source model registered in the Model Registry. Currently optimized for: Hermes family (NousResearch), Llama 3, Mistral, Mixtral, Phi-3, Qwen, DeepSeek. GGUF and ONNX formats supported. Community can register new models through governance proposals.
How does Proof of Inference work?+
Each inference task includes a cryptographic challenge. Nodes must produce output that matches the expected result within tolerance. Random spot-checks are performed by validator nodes. Fraudulent results trigger slashing of the operator's staked $HRND.
When token launch?+
$HRND token deployment on Base is targeted for Q2 2026. Follow our social channels for exact date announcement. Early node operators receive Genesis NFT badges with permanent reward multipliers.
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