Status: Proposed Author: Fry Networks Discussion Period: January 11, 2026 – February 11, 2026 Vote Type: Single-choice (Yes / No) Implementation Type: Segmentation Update

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📌 1. Summary

FIP-014 proposes introducing fAI, a dedicated segmentation token for AI-focused miners.

If approved:

• fAI will be launched as the official AI segmentation token.
• AI Edge Miners (AEMs) and all future AI-class miners will transition from earning fNODE to earning fAI.
• AI rewards will reflect AI-specific network demand and utilization.
• fNODE will remain focused on general node infrastructure.

If rejected:

• AI Edge Miners will continue earning fNODE.
• No changes will be made to the current reward structure.

This proposal does not modify the broader token architecture of Fry Networks. Community members may submit a separate cFIP if they wish to explore consolidation or other structural changes.

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🔍 2. Motivation

During the FIP-014 community discussion, several important themes emerged:

• AI workloads are evolving into a distinct economic category within the ecosystem.
• There is value in aligning miner rewards with the specific segment they support.
• Clear segmentation may improve long-term economic signaling for AI infrastructure.
• Concerns were also raised about token complexity and ecosystem clarity.

This proposal focuses specifically on whether AI miners should have a dedicated segmentation token, without altering the rest of the ecosystem structure.

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💡 3. Specification

If Option A passes:

3.1 Token Launch

• fAI will be created as a new segmentation token within the Fry Networks ecosystem.
• Tokenomics will follow the standard segment-token model used across the network.

3.2 Reward Transition

• AI Edge Miners and future AI-class miners will transition from earning fNODE → fAI.
• Previously earned fNODE rewards remain unchanged.
• No retroactive adjustments will occur.

3.3 Transition Timeline

• A transition date will be announced within 7 days of vote conclusion.
• The reward switch will occur no sooner than 14 days after official announcement.
• Clear technical guidance will be provided prior to implementation.

3.4 Scope

This FIP does not:

• Modify FRY 2.0 governance
• Alter other segment tokens
• Consolidate or sunset any tokens
• Change emission schedules outside AI miners

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🗳️ 4. Voting Options

✅ Option A — Yes, Introduce fAI

• Launch fAI.
• Transition AI miners from fNODE to fAI.
• Align AI rewards directly with AI-specific network demand.

❌ Option B — No, Maintain Current Model

• Do not introduce fAI.
• AI miners continue earning fNODE.
• No changes at this time.

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⚖️ 5. Governance & Approval Criteria

• Voting Type: Single-choice
• Passing Threshold: Simple majority (>50%)
• Quorum Requirement: Standard Fry governance quorum (if applicable)

If quorum is not met, the proposal will be considered invalid and may be reintroduced later.

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🧩 6. Risks & Considerations

As discussed during the community phase:

Potential Benefits:

• Stronger alignment between AI demand and rewards
• Clearer segmentation across network functions
• Improved economic signaling for decentralized AI infrastructure

Potential Risks:

• Increased token complexity
• Perceived fragmentation within the ecosystem
• Need for clear communication during transition

These considerations were discussed extensively during the month-long discussion period.

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🗓️ 7. Implementation (If Passed)

If Option A passes:

1. Official fAI contract creation
2. Public announcement of transition timeline
3. Dashboard and backend reward update
4. Transition from fNODE → fAI on designated date
5. Post-implementation monitoring period

If Option B passes:

• No changes will be made.
• AI miners continue under the current reward model.

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📣 8. Conclusion

FIP-014 allows the community to formally decide whether AI miners should operate under a dedicated AI segmentation token or remain within the existing fNODE model.

This proposal reflects the feedback gathered during the January–February 2026 discussion period and provides a clear, binary governance decision.