
0G (short for Zero Gravity) is the native token of the 0G Network, a decentralised AI infrastructure layer built to support the execution, storage, availability and verification of AI workloads on-chain. The project aims to address the performance and scalability limits that have historically hindered effective integration of AI with blockchain.
The 0G token operates within a modular architecture, functioning as a multi-purpose utility and staking asset across several key components:
Each component is designed to operate independently, allowing the 0G token to be used flexibly across different environments.
0G was founded by a team of builders, researchers and strategists with backgrounds in blockchain, AI, systems engineering and venture:
Michael Heinrich – Co-Founder & CEO Background spanning software development, technical product management and business strategy. Previously scaled a Web2 company to significant size, bringing operational leadership to 0G.
Ming Wu – Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Extensive R&D experience from Microsoft Research Asia focused on distributed systems, storage, computation and AI platforms. Leads the technical foundation of 0G.
Fan Long – Co-Founder & Chief Strategy & Security Officer (CSSO) Academic research in system security and blockchain combined with entrepreneurial experience. Guides strategy and security for the network.
Thomas Yao – Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer (CBO) Background in physics, self-driving technology and venture capital, including early blockchain investments. Oversees business strategy, partnerships and growth.