5.3 Compute-as-a-Service (CaaS)
ACP’s service layer will evolve into a Compute-as-a-Service (CaaS) architecture. Various user groups can access compute resources through token-based transactions or partnerships.
User Type
Purpose
Usage Model
Revenue Flow
AI Startups
LLM inference, fine-tuning
Tiered API plans
ACP payments split to contributors
Content Creators
Video/image generation
One-time API calls
Direct ACP consumption
Educational Institutions
Research, training
Partnership or grant model
Brand value and contributor onboarding
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