Node Operator Incentives
Node operators are the backbone of the EdgeMob network, providing the compute resources—CPU, RAM, and storage—that power AI inference and batch processing. To ensure sustainable participation, EdgeMob offers a clear incentive structure that rewards operators for contributing resources reliably and securely.
Earning Mechanisms
Compute Rewards
Operators earn EGMO tokens proportional to the amount of compute they provide.
Metrics such as number of inferences processed, CPU cycles consumed, and memory usage determine payouts.
Uptime & Reliability Bonuses
Devices with high availability and consistent performance earn additional rewards.
Reliability scores are tracked on-chain, influencing both earnings and routing priority.
Distributed LLM Participation
Operators who contribute to distributed LLM execution (layer-splitting workloads) earn higher rewards due to increased complexity and value.
Encourages participation in large-model hosting and collaborative inference.
Background Jobs
Operators can opt-in to run batch compute tasks or lightweight fine-tuning during idle or charging periods.
Rewards are allocated for contributing spare cycles without affecting the user’s normal phone usage.
Marketplace Hosting
In future iterations, operators may choose which models to host from the EdgeMob registry.
Earnings can be optimized by hosting high-demand or premium models.
Incentive Alignment
Fair Distribution: Rewards are algorithmically tied to actual compute delivered, ensuring fairness.
Low Barriers to Entry: Any smartphone can participate, democratizing access to earnings.
Scalable Supply: More devices joining increases overall compute power, improving SLAs and reducing costs for developers.
Long-Term Sustainability
Rewards are funded by developer and dApp payments, creating a closed-loop economy.
Staking ensures only committed operators participate in critical routing layers.
Governance mechanisms prevent concentration of power by balancing incentives across diverse participants.
Through its incentive design, EdgeMob transforms everyday smartphones into income-generating assets, empowering individuals to contribute to a global AI compute network while earning EGMO tokens in return.
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