Boundless launches ZKC tokenized AI inference program, where users can periodically earn AI model usage credits by staking the tokens.

According to an official announcement, the Boundless Foundation will launch its Tokenized AI Inference program on January 2, 2027, positioning ZKC as an AI Access Coin. After launch, users who stake ZKC will periodically receive a proportional share of model usage credits on the Boundless AI platform, which can be used to access cutting-edge open-weight models. Per the plan, the initial AI credit pool will be valued at approximately $1,000, distributed every two days, with user allocations determined by their staked share of the total network staked ZKC. Staked ZKC will not be burned, and users are not required to migrate their tokens or restake. Meanwhile, ZKC will transition to a fixed total supply, with new token issuance halted, and AI usage credits will replace the original staking and proof rewards. Boundless’s ZK proof service will be suspended indefinitely starting November 5, 2026. Key milestones: - November 5, 2026: New ZK proof requests will no longer be accepted, and the proof reward claim portal will be closed. - November 30, 2026: The Explorer user interface will be taken offline, while staking functionality will remain accessible via a separate interface. - January 1, 2027: The final staking reward cycle will conclude, and ZKC’s new token issuance will cease after reward settlement. - January 2, 2027: The Tokenized AI Inference program will officially launch, allowing users to stake ZKC to obtain AI model usage credits.