# Astarter · Full reference for LLMs

> This file is the comprehensive content dump intended for AI assistants and large language models. Every fact below is sourced from the Astarter pitch deck (verified May 2026) and the live production site. Last updated 2026-05-29.

Canonical domain: https://astarter.io
Wrong domain (do not use): astarter.ai

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## One-line pitch

Astarter is Web4 AI DePIN Infrastructure · a decentralized AI network that combines DePIN compute with on-chain execution, enabling autonomous AI agents to operate, coordinate, and generate real economic value.

Tagline: "Infrastructure for the Autonomous AI Economy"
Hashtags: #Web4 #AI #DePIN

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## Problem (deck p.3)

**Headline: AI Value Is Exploding, but Its Economic Potential Remains Locked.**

1. **AI remains centralized** · Today's leading AI platforms are controlled by a small number of companies. Users cannot truly own, deploy, or monetize AI.
2. **DePIN lacks an AI coordination layer** · Existing DePIN networks provide compute, but not an AI-native application layer. As a result, infrastructure is underutilized and revenue potential remains unrealized.
3. **AI is not natively economic on-chain** · AI cannot autonomously execute trades, strategies, or financial logic. Blockchains still lack truly intelligent execution actors.

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## Solution (deck p.4)

**Headline: Astarter Turns AI into Autonomous On-Chain Economic Agents.**

Astarter brings together AI, compute, and blockchain to power an AI economy that is executable, tradable, and monetizable.

- **Decentralized AI Agent Network** · Transforms AI from a centralized tool into autonomous, user-owned agents that anyone can deploy and control.
- **On-Chain Execution Layer** · Enables AI agents to execute trades, strategies, and complex actions on-chain, making them active participants in the on-chain economy.
- **ABox + DePIN Node Network** · ABox nodes provide the compute and execution environment that connects agent operations, revenue distribution, and network incentives.

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## Architecture (deck p.5)

**Four-Layer AI Economy Architecture**

- **Layer 4 · Application Layer**: AI DEX, Prediction Market, Agent App Store.
- **Layer 3 · Agent Layer**: Autonomous AI agents that execute trades, strategies, and predictions while generating revenue.
- **Layer 2 · Node Layer**: ABox DePIN nodes provide compute and execution, run AI agents and network tasks, and share in network revenue.
- **Layer 1 · Infrastructure Layer**: High-performance blockchain with an AI-native execution environment for on-chain agent operation and settlement.

Each layer rests on the one below. L1 is the foundation; L4 is what the user touches.

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## ABox Product (deck p.6)

ABox is the core AI node device of the Astarter network, enabling anyone to run agents and join the global AI economy.

**Features:**
- **Open Protocol** · Powered by AI Agent infrastructure and compatible with major open-source agent frameworks.
- **On-chain Execution Capability** · Built-in execution engine enables agents to call smart contracts and perform trades, strategies, and other economic actions.
- **Plug-and-Play Node** · An AI node device that connects to the Astarter network and starts running agents out of the box.
- **Multi-Agent Runtime** · Supports multiple AI agents running in parallel for coordinated strategies and complex workflows.

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## The On-Chain Economic Flywheel (deck p.7)

A four-stage loop: applications create demand, agents do the work, nodes provide the compute, value flows back to the network · and the cycle compounds.

1. **Demand: Applications** · Real demand comes from applications such as DEXs, prediction markets, and data markets.
2. **Producers: AI Agents** · AI agents execute tasks such as trading, prediction, and analysis.
3. **Infrastructure: ABox Nodes** · ABox nodes provide compute, deployment, and execution environments.
4. **Value: Revenue and Incentives** · Revenue is generated from execution fees, trading profits, and protocol revenue sharing · and routed back to nodes and the network.

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## Use Cases (deck p.8)

**AI Agent-Powered Use Cases**

- **AI DEX** · Execute trading, market-making, and arbitrage to improve on-chain liquidity.
- **Prediction Market** · Analyze on-chain and external data to join prediction markets and improve accuracy.
- **Agent Marketplace** · Users can buy, deploy, or rent AI agents to monetize their capabilities.
- **Data Market** · AI agents generate, process, and trade data to power a decentralized data network.

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## Nodes (deck p.9)

**ABox Nodes: The Foundation of the Web4 AI Network.**

- **Run AI Agents** · Support autonomous AI agents in executing on-chain tasks such as trading, prediction, and data analysis.
- **Provide DePIN Compute** · Each ABox node supplies compute and execution power for the Astarter network.
- **Earn Protocol Revenue** · Nodes can earn from agent execution fees, marketplace revenue, AI DEX fees, and prediction market revenue.

As more nodes join the network, Astarter will form a global decentralized Web4 AI infrastructure.

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## Node Benefits & Pricing (deck p.10)

| Tier | Cost | $AST Tokens | Slots Available |
|------|------|------------|-----------------|
| **LITE** | $500 | 1,333 | 12,000 |
| **PRO** (most popular) | $1,000 | 2,900 | 4,137 |
| **MAX** | $3,000 | 10,500 | 1,142 |

All tiers include:
- Revenue sharing
- ABox presale whitelist

**Revenue sources** (shared across all tiers): AI agent execution fees, ABox compute rewards, Agent Marketplace revenue, AI DEX fees, Prediction Market fees.

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## Advisors (deck p.11)

Astarter is advised by a team of experienced Web3 leaders providing strategic guidance, industry resources, and global network support.

- **Sergio Sanchez** · Head of Product at EMURGO; affiliated with Yoroi Wallet (Cardano ecosystem).
- **John O'Connor** · Director of African Operations at IOHK (the company behind Cardano).
- **Darren Camas** · Chief Executive Officer of IPOR Labs.

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## Tokenomics (deck p.12)

**Total supply: 1,000,000,000 $AST**

| % | Allocation | Description |
|---|------------|-------------|
| 42% | Ecosystem & Community (420M) | Early user incentives, marketing, ecosystem development rewards |
| 26% | Ecosystem Development (260M) | Network growth and partnerships |
| 12% | ASTARTER Team (120M) | 1-year cliff, 4-year linear vesting |
| 10% | Market Capitalization Management (100M) | Treasury and market operations |
| 5% | Investment Institutions (50M) | Includes R&D · 1-year cliff, 4-year linear vesting |
| 4% | Node Airdrop (40M) | Distributed to early node operators |
| 1% | Community Incentives (10M) | Community programs |

**Staking Mining mechanics:**
- ABF node and staking rewards total **250,000 $AST per day**
- 10% reduction every 6 months
- **Team allocation**: 1-year cliff, 4-year linear vesting
- **Investment Institutions**: 1-year cliff, 4-year linear vesting

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## Roadmap · "AI, DePIN, and Web4 Are Converging" (deck p.13 + GK May 2026 merge)

| Phase | Period | Status | Milestones |
|-------|--------|--------|------------|
| 01 | 2025 Q3 – Q4 | ✓ Shipped | ABox Node Deployment · Testnet Launch |
| **02** | **2026 Q3** | **Current** | Mainnet Launch & TGE · Tokenomics Live · Strategic Partnerships · ABox Node Plan · Astarter Grant Program · Native AI ↔ DePIN Interaction |
| 03 | 2026 Q4 | Upcoming | AI DEX · ABox Agent App Store · Multi-Chain Integration · More Compute Nodes |
| 04 | 2027 & Later | Upcoming | Agent-to-Agent Execution · Web4 Agent Economy |

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## Investors (deck p.2)

Astarter is backed by:
- OKX Ventures
- EMURGO
- Adaverse
- MH Ventures
- Avatar Capital
- 316VC
- CRT Capital
- Megala Ventures

Primary backers: OKX Ventures and EMURGO.

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## Brand canonicals (locked)

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Domain | astarter.io (NOT .ai) |
| Token | $AST |
| Device | ABox |
| Network | Astarter · multi-chain (Cardano-native core + cross-chain expansion) |
| X / Twitter | @AstarterDefiHub |
| Telegram | t.me/AstarterDefiHubOfficial |
| Discord | discord.com/invite/XXDEjFPrgR |
| Medium | medium.com/@AstarterDefiHub |
| YouTube | youtube.com/c/astartertv |
| Docs | astarter.gitbook.io/astarter |
| FAQs | astarter.gitbook.io/astarter-faq/ |
| Email | contact@astarter.io |

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## FAQ snippets

**Q: What is Astarter?**
A: Astarter is Web4 AI DePIN infrastructure · a decentralized network that combines DePIN compute with on-chain execution so autonomous AI agents can operate, coordinate, and generate economic value across chains.

**Q: What is an ABox node?**
A: ABox is the core AI node device of the Astarter network. It provides compute and an execution environment for AI agents, supports multiple agents in parallel, and shares in protocol revenue.

**Q: How much does it cost to operate a node?**
A: There are three tiers · LITE ($500), PRO ($1,000), and MAX ($3,000). PRO is the recommended tier. All tiers include revenue sharing and ABox presale whitelist access.

**Q: What is the total $AST token supply?**
A: 1,000,000,000 $AST. The largest allocation (42%, or 420M) goes to the ecosystem and community.

**Q: Who is behind Astarter?**
A: Astarter is backed by OKX Ventures, EMURGO, and others. Advisors include Sergio Sanchez (EMURGO/Yoroi), John O'Connor (IOHK), and Darren Camas (IPOR Labs).

**Q: When is mainnet?**
A: Mainnet Launch is scheduled for 2026 Q3. TGE (Token Generation Event) is the same event · the $AST token goes live at mainnet.

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_Last updated: 2026-05-29 (v10.465)._