Singapore, 25 July 2025: Pundi AI, a protocol for collecting, labelling, and verifying AI training data on-chain, on 24 July announced the launch of its groundbreaking decentralised AI Data Marketplace, a new platform that allows users to buy, sell, and license training data without centralised control or opaque pricing.
By bringing AI datasets on-chain and using NFT-based licensing, Pundi AI directly challenges the traditional model of training datasets where a few players profit from user-generated data. The launch introduces a new infrastructure for the AI economy, benefitting contributors with fair compensation, while providing AI developers and institutions access to transparent, verified, and ethically sourced datasets.
“AI today is being built on datasets that most people never agreed to share, and the rewards are flowing to a handful of companies,” said Zac Cheah, Co-Founder at Pundi AI. “With the launch of Data Marketplace, we’re flipping that model. For the first time, data contributors around the world can license their datasets transparently, earn recurring income, and participate meaningfully in the AI economy. Through this platform, we aim to build a more ethical and equitable AI future.
Creating AI’s First Data Economy
The platform arrives as global AI spending is expected to hit $297 billion by 2027, with data cited as the single largest cost factor in training models. Pundi AI’s marketplace reduces those costs while giving independent contributors, from researchers to hobbyists, a pathway to participate in and profit from the AI ecosystem.
The marketplace also complements Pundi AI’s recently announced Data Pump tokenisation feature, creating a comprehensive ecosystem where datasets can be traded directly or transformed into liquid, community-owned assets. This strategic approach reflects Pundi’s commitment to building interconnected solutions that address every aspect of AI data monetisation, from initial exchange to advanced asset tokenisation.
Advanced Technology Stack
The marketplace operates on a sophisticated multi-blockchain architecture, supporting both Pundi AIFX OmniLayer and BNB Smart Chain for fast confirmations and low transaction costs. The platform offers intuitive access through popular wallets including MetaMask, Coinbase, Phantom, and WalletConnect, with social login options via X (Twitter). Transactions are powered by $PUNDIAI tokens, USDT, and BNB, making the marketplace accessible to both crypto-native users and traditional businesses entering the Web3 space.
Key innovations include:
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IPFS Decentralised Storage: All dataset files are hosted on the InterPlanetary File System, ensuring permanent availability and data integrity
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NFT Ownership Model: Datasets are represented as NFTs, providing secure, traceable, and auditable ownership rights
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Smart Contract Automation: Transparent licensing and purchase processes through immutable smart contracts
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Enhanced Security: Metadata and access permissions are recorded on-chain, creating an immutable transaction history