Metis is launching a new high-performance chain, Hyperion, dedicated to AI, which will see its testnet go live before April this year.

BlockBeats News, March 1st, according to official sources, Metis Foundation's Natalia announced at ETH Denver the launch of Metis's new high-performance Layer 2 chain, Metis Hyperion. The new chain ensures full compatibility with Ethereum while providing AI applications with uncompromising security, seamless scalability, and enterprise-grade system reliability. Its three key innovations, including an optimized inference engine, accelerated hardware, and zero-knowledge proofs, will enable AI models to run efficiently on blockchain infrastructure while maintaining high security.

Its testnet will be launched between February and April 2025, including high-performance sequencing nodes, initial developer tools, and framework testing capabilities. The mainnet will be delivered between May and August 2025, offering a high-throughput Layer 2 network and a complete developer kit in a production environment. Between September and December of this year, the Metis Hyperion mainnet will undergo upgrades, including real-time feedback, parallel execution, and enhanced AI model support.