Glossary of Terms

Function Network: A decentralized system designed for AI inference, connecting Gateways (clients) to Providers (AI model operators) through a tokenized staking and reward mechanism.
FUNC Token: The native utility token of the Function Network, used for staking, rewarding, and facilitating transactions.
Provider: An operator hosting and maintaining AI inference models, offering services through the Function Network.
Gateway: An entity that connects users to providers, aggregating and routing AI inference requests.
Epoch: A fixed time period (in blocks) during which staking, rewards, and network activities are synchronized.
Shard: A unit of work or compute contribution attributed to providers, determining rewards.
Stake: FUNC tokens locked to participate in network operations, either as a provider or gateway.
Whitelist: A status allowing providers or gateways to participate in the network.
Jail: A status temporarily restricting a provider or gateway due to violations or inactivity.

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