OpenGradient is a pioneering decentralized platform designed to democratize AI by enabling secure, permissionless hosting and execution of open-source AI models directly from smart contracts. By integrating blockchain technology with artificial intelligence, OpenGradient provides developers with the tools to build and deploy intelligent, optimized decentralized applications (dApps) seamlessly. The platform's mission is to accelerate open-source AI by scaling AI compute on-chain, enhancing security, verifiability, and universal access to cutting-edge AI technologies.