On March 1st, Metis Foundation Natalia announced at ETH Denver the launch of Metis' new high-performance Layer 2 chain, Metis Hyperion. The new chain guarantees full compatibility with Ethereum while providing AI applications with uncompromising security, seamless scalability, and enterprise-grade system reliability. Its three key innovations include an optimized inference engine, accelerated hardware, and zero-knowledge proofs that will allow AI models to run efficiently on blockchain infrastructure while maintaining a high level of security.

The testnet will be launched between February and April 2025, including high-performance sorting nodes, initial developer tools, and framework testing capabilities. The mainnet will be delivered between May and August 2025, providing a high-throughput Layer 2 network and a complete developer suite for production environments. 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.