Definition ∞ Specialized AI Subnets are dedicated subnetworks within a larger blockchain ecosystem that are optimized for specific artificial intelligence computations or machine learning tasks. These subnets provide tailored resources and environments to efficiently run AI models, process data, and generate verifiable outputs. They allow for scalable and decentralized AI capabilities.
Context ∞ Specialized AI Subnets are a critical component of the emerging Web3 AI Economy, enabling the execution of complex AI workloads on-chain. They address the computational limitations of mainnet blockchains by distributing AI tasks to more efficient, purpose-built environments. This architecture supports the development of decentralized AI applications, fostering verifiable intelligence and new economic models for AI services.