If you are reading this manifesto, it means you want to dive deeper into Spheron’s vision, mission, and purpose. To truly grasp the essence of what we are building, I encourage you to promise yourself this: read this manifesto with your logical lens on. Reflect on and analyze each point critically as you progress.
Ready? Let’s start with one thought-provoking question:
Why aren’t Web3 developers leveraging compute (CPU/GPU) resources supplied by Web3 marketplaces, especially those claiming to offer on-chain solutions?
When you explore this question, you’ll come across several recurring answers:
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It’s too time-consuming.
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It’s overly complicated.
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The protocols are half-baked.
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There’s little to nothing on-chain, making Web2 solutions preferable.
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They don’t work reliably.
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They don’t integrate seamlessly into DevOps pipelines.
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Support from protocol teams is non-existent.
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Resources are hard to find.
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Accessing compute often involves submitting cumbersome Google forms and justifying GPU leasing.
The list grows the more you dig. When we pivoted to building compute at Spheron, we started by listening to founders and users before making our next move. What we discovered was disheartening: many billion-dollar infrastructure projects had failed to innovate, introducing friction instead of solutions.
At Spheron, we scrutinized existing protocols and identified foundational flaws. From being on chains with few builders to flawed designs that created developer friction to unengaged protocol teams—it was clear why developers were staying away from Web3 infrastructure. There was more talk on Twitter than action in the product space.
We resolved to change this. At Spheron, our core principle was simple: no token until we deliver a superior user experience and a seamless developer onboarding process compared to existing alternatives.
We dedicated years to this mission, focusing on building a robust, developer-friendly platform. We addressed design flaws and created essential components to enhance user experience, including:
We prioritized user onboarding across application layer services, empowering both developers and non-developers to access the first DePIN compute network—a network designed for everyone, not just a select few. Every decision focused on delivering the best possible experience while enabling the protocol to adapt to market needs.
For instance, when AI agents emerged, Spheron became the first compute marketplace to showcase a fully autonomous AI agent, Skynet, built on our platform. The same compute layer evolved to meet the needs of AI agents, demonstrating the flexibility of our protocol.
Spheron is no longer just a protocol—it’s a movement. We’re on a mission to build the world’s largest and most accessible DePIN compute network. In an AI-driven world, where compute is the backbone of innovation, making it accessible and community-powered is crucial to safeguarding developers’ autonomy to bring their ideas to life.
This autonomy is made possible because we’ve built everything on-chain first, with off-chain as a secondary consideration. By doing so, we ensure that Web3 infrastructure remains owned and powered by the community.
Spheron’s role is vital in shifting demand back to decentralized community-powered infrastructure, reducing reliance on centralized clouds that can disrupt agents or blockchains at will.
Join us in powering Web3 infrastructure and becoming part of the Spheron revolution. Together, let’s build the world’s largest DePIN compute network.
