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Cortex is a blockchain enabling on-chain machine learning execution. Founded by Ziqi Chen and Jia Tian. Cortex Virtual Machine (CVM) uses GPU for ML inference, EVM-compatible. PoW consensus. Market cap ~$2.5-8M (highly volatile). Delisted from OKX (June 2025) and ONUS (April 2025). No major protocol updates since 2020. Enables AI models in smart contracts for DApps.
Key Facts
- [1]Employees: Employee count: 11-50.
- [2]Company Type: Token company (token-based project).
- [3]Web3: Web3 and blockchain technology company. Token-based project.
- [4]Website: Official website: cortexlabs.ai.
- [5]AI Technology: Core AI/ML technologies: Graph Analytics.
- [6]Region: Region: APAC (CN).
Founder
Ziqi Chen
Founder
AI Technology
Graph Analytics
Graph neural networks for network analysis and relationship detection
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cortex (CTXC)?
Cortex is a blockchain enabling on-chain machine learning execution. Founded by Ziqi Chen and Jia Tian. Cortex Virtual Machine (CVM) uses GPU for ML inference, EVM-compatible. PoW consensus. Market cap ~$2.5-8M (highly volatile). Delisted from OKX (June 2025) and ONUS (April 2025). No major protocol updates since 2020. Enables AI models in smart contracts for DApps. Cortex (CTXC) is classified in the Crypto & Web3 segment at the Models layer of the financial AI stack.
Who founded Cortex (CTXC)?
Cortex (CTXC) was founded by Ziqi Chen (Founder).
What AI technology does Cortex (CTXC) use?
Cortex (CTXC) primarily leverages Graph Analytics technology. Graph neural networks for network analysis and relationship detection. Within the Crypto & Web3 segment, 3 companies use this technology.
What market segment does Cortex (CTXC) operate in?
Cortex (CTXC) operates in the Crypto & Web3 market segment. AI-powered crypto and Web3 companies operate at the intersection of artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, and decentralized finance. This segment includes DeFi protocols enhanced by AI, crypto trading platforms, blockchain analytics tools, and the emerging category of on-chain AI agents.
Who are Cortex (CTXC)'s competitors?
Companies similar to Cortex (CTXC) in the Crypto & Web3 space include Feedzai ($431M raised), Sardine ($170M raised), Hawk AI ($83M raised), Resistant AI ($55M raised), Flagright ($8M raised). These companies operate in related areas of financial AI: Feedzai focuses on ai-native fraud and financial crime prevention platform for major banks. Sardine focuses on ai risk platform for fraud, credit, and compliance. Hawk AI focuses on ai-powered aml and fraud detection for banks and fintechs. (Based on AIFI Map classification data.)
What products does Cortex (CTXC) offer?
Cortex (CTXC) builds models-layer solutions for the financial services industry. The company's core offering: Blockchain for on-chain machine learning. The platform is powered by Graph Analytics technology.
Is Cortex (CTXC) publicly traded?
Cortex (CTXC) operates as a token-based project rather than a traditional equity-backed company. It is a Web3-native platform leveraging blockchain and decentralized finance. The project launched via a fair-launch model without traditional venture capital funding.
Does Cortex (CTXC) use Web3 or blockchain technology?
Yes, Cortex (CTXC) incorporates Web3 and blockchain technology. Blockchain for on-chain machine learning. The project operates as a token-based platform. Cortex (CTXC) is part of the Crypto & Web3 segment in the AIFI directory.