Telegram is launching Cocoon, a new decentralized AI infrastructure designed to protect user privacy. Presented by Telegram CEO Pavel Durov at the Blockchain Life 2025 conference in Dubai, Cocoon runs atop the TON blockchain and creates a private AI compute network. GPU owners can contribute their computing power and earn Toncoin in return, while developers gain access to affordable AI compute. 

Telegram is set to be the first large client to integrate Cocoon into its mini-apps and AI features, signaling Telegram’s formal entry into private AI infrastructure. The project emphasizes confidentiality, aiming to keep user data encrypted and out of centralized hands. Cocoon positions itself as a privacy-centric alternative to centralized cloud AI services, promoting digital freedom and user control.

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