Get Paid to Train AI: Masa launches AI marketplace for user-contributed data

The rise of AI chatbots like ChatGPT has brought artificial intelligence into the limelight, prompting conversations about who owns the valuable data used to train them. As AI becomes more prevalent in our online interactions, understanding data ownership is crucial for both individuals and companies. That’s why one tech startup has taken the initiative to empower users, allowing them to manage their digital presence and earn rewards for contributing to AI model training.

Today, Masa Network, a prominent decentralized AI and LLM network, launched its AI Data Network and Marketplace mainnet, granting users control over their digital footprint while providing opportunities to earn from training AI models. Through the Masa Network, users can anonymously contribute data and compute power, earning token rewards in return.

Already, over 1.4 million users have contributed 40 million data points to the network. Crucially, users retain full control over their data, thanks to Masa’s innovative Zero-Knowledge Soulbound Tokens (zkSBT), ensuring privacy through encryption.

Contributing data and compute power is made accessible through various means, including quests on the Masa App, surfing with the Masa Chrome Browser Extension, or simply engaging with Masa’s Partner Ecosystem. Users accumulate data “points,” exchangeable for token rewards on the Masa Data Marketplace.

For AI developers, Masa offers high-quality, real-time personal data to train specialized AI models, alongside access to decentralized LLMs, streamlining model hosting.

Calanthia Mei, Masa Co-founder, envisions the launch of the Masa AI Data Network and MASA token as just the beginning of a transformation in the AI industry. She emphasizes empowering users to earn from contributing to the AI economy.

“The launch of the Masa AI Data Network and MASA token is only the beginning. Our mission is to radically transform AI, by empowering users to earn from powering the AI economy. We envision a future where billions of users are contributing data and compute to power the future of AI. While Web3 has been the springboard for Masa, we are already collaborating with AI developers and institutions in Web2, with the vision to transform the entire AI industry,” Mei said.

The MASA token is now live on multiple platforms, including Ethereum and Binance Smart Chain, and listed on major exchanges. To mark the mainnet launch, Masa has allocated substantial token rewards for trading competitions and AI data farming, alongside incentivizing users to share data in the AI Data Marketplace.

MASA’s highly anticipated launch, evidenced by its record-breaking Coinlist Community Sale, underscores its position as a trailblazer in the AI token landscape. Notably, it was the sole AI project featured on CoinList Launchpad in 2024.

Launched a few years ago, Masa stands as a leading Decentralized AI Data and LLM Network, empowering users to own, share, and earn from their data and compute resources. With significant backing from investors and remarkable milestones, Masa is poised to revolutionize the AI industry.