LF Labs is excited to announce our lead investment in the seed round of UBI Network, a New York–based startup pioneering the fusion of AI edge compute and DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks) to build the next generation of inclusive financial infrastructure through Web3-native universal basic income (UBI) systems.
UBI Network is reimagining how income can be earned in a decentralized digital economy. By combining plug-and-play edge devices, multi-node protocol support, and a real-time internal points market, UBI allows everyday users to earn sustainable rewards by contributing compute, bandwidth, and participation — without needing deep Web3 expertise.
Founded by a team with prior leadership experience at Google Cloud, Microsoft, and Ethereum Layer 2 scaling initiatives, UBI Network offers a compelling thesis: that real income in the digital era can emerge from decentralized participation at the edge.
LF Labs believes that as demand for DePIN infrastructure and AI inference continues to surge, the world is approaching a pivotal shift from centralized compute to edge intelligence. UBI Network addresses this transition with a solution that integrates four core capabilities essential for broad Web3 adoption:
Frictionless Onboarding: Users can participate with zero blockchain knowledge — simply plug in the device to join the network, dramatically lowering entry barriers.
Information Transparency: The platform delivers real-time updates on project tasks, airdrops, and compute opportunities, helping users stay informed and maximize rewards.
Secure Execution Environment: By leveraging isolated local devices and encrypted processing, UBI Network ensures strong protection of user privacy and digital assets.
Built-in Liquidity for Points: Even before token launch, an internal points marketplace enables users to realize value from their contributions, improving early-stage participation incentives.
“We are excited to back UBI Network’s bold vision for building income infrastructure that is truly accessible. Their design aligns with our belief in real-world, system-level innovation that lowers barriers while preserving decentralization.”
— Partner at LF Labs
This investment will help accelerate:
Global deployment of hardware-powered edge nodes
Integration with real AI tasks and computation markets
Expansion of the internal point liquidity system and token model
Ecosystem partnerships and global community growth
About LF Labs
LF Labs was founded in 2021 in Colorado, USA. Backed by Lafayette Capital, the firm takes a global perspective and focuses on investment and research in Web3.0 projects. Over the years, LF Labs has closely collaborated with leading institutions including Binance Labs. The firm actively invests in frontier sectors such as DePIN, RWA, and AI, aiming to build a globally connected Web3.0 investment ecosystem that supports top-tier projects and drives industry transformation.
About UBI Network
UBI Network is a decentralized edge computing protocol combining AI and DePIN to power a universal basic income layer for Web3. Through plug-and-play hardware, multi-node mining, and point liquidity, users can participate in the network and earn rewards with minimal friction.
Website: https://ubinetwork.ai
Telegram: https://t.me/ubinetworkofficial
Medium: https://medium.com/@ubinetwork.official