Metis launches the new high-performance chain Hyperion dedicated to AI, which will be released Testnet before April this year

BlockBeats news, on March 1st, according to official sources, Natalia from the Metis Foundation announced at ETH Denver the launch of Metis’ new high-performance Layer 2 chain, Metis Hyperion. The new chain ensures full compatibility with the ETH network, while providing zero-compromise security guarantees, seamless scalability, and enterprise-level system reliability for AI applications. Its three key innovations, including optimized reasoning engine, accelerated hardware, and Zero-Knowledge Proof, will enable AI models to run efficiently within the blockchain infrastructure and maintain high security. The Testnet is scheduled to launch between February and April 2025, including high-performance sorting nodes, initial developer tools, and framework testing functions. The Mainnet is expected to be delivered between May and August 2025, offering a high-throughput Layer 2 network and a complete developer kit for the production environment. In the period from September to December of this year, the Metis Hyperion Mainnet will undergo upgrades, including real-time feedback, parallel execution, and enhanced AI model support.