Imagine a world where artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency, two of today’s most influential technologies, converge to transform digital finance. This vision is a reality with Hero.io, a leading platform that leverages AI to deliver cutting-edge insights into Web3 and decentralized finance (DeFi). Developed by Cambridge PhD researchers leveraging a novel AI model architecture and crypto-specific data streams, Hero.io is not just enhancing the crypto experience—it’s revolutionizing it.

The Technology Behind Hero AI Search

Hero.io’s AI search engine is powered by a proprietary framework called pre-emptive agentic flow, developed by Apta—a company founded by leading Cambridge PhD researchers. Apta’s framework enables conversational AI systems that excel at complex analysis and deriving actionable insights. Apta’s technology for Hero.io surpasses traditional Large Language Models (LLMs) by leveraging LLMs only to interpret the question, and formulate conversational responses. The ‘cognitive heavy-lifting’ is done by a collection of crypto-specialized agents, powered by crypto-specific data, that are capable of handling relevant data forms i.e. numbers, tables, videos, and can perform complex functions requiring logic and reasoning – areas where LLMs fall short, as they are primarily designed to predict the next word in a sequence.

Hero AI Search also benefits from proprietary datasets accumulated over 1.5 years, enabling it to deliver unparalleled results. By tapping into both static and dynamic data sources, the system offers unique insights that are difficult to obtain individually. This combination of advanced AI models and rich datasets makes Hero AI Search the go-to tool for users seeking accurate, actionable insights in real-time.

With Hero AI Search, you can use natural language to query blockchain data directly, assess project health scores, and examine smart contract vulnerabilities for fraud protection. The platform also helps you identify bullish and bearish trends through its Chart Analytics Expert, analyze the historical performance of coins promoted by influencers, and get real-time sentiment analysis for thousands of coins. 

The Chat-to-Trade feature, set to launch in version 2 of the product, will enable users to execute trades like professionals by simply using natural language queries. These are just a few examples of what Hero AI Search can do, with even more capabilities to explore. The first version of the product will be released in Q4 2024.

The Team Behind Hero.io and Apta

The Apta team has made significant advancements in AI and machine learning, with over 60 academic papers presented at prestigious conferences like ACL (Association for Computational Linguistics). 

Shirom Chabra, the CEO of Apta, brings a wealth of experience from his time at McKinsey & Company and holds a PhD in computational biology from Cambridge.

Vatsal Raina, the CTO, distinguished himself as a top 1% graduate from Cambridge and is a PhD researcher in natural language processing and generative AI at the Machine Intelligence Laboratory. He also has a background working at Meta.

Vyas Raina, the CSO, is another Cambridge engineering graduate and a PhD researcher specializing in the adversarial robustness of LLMs, with previous roles at AWS and Schonfeld.

Adian Liusie, the Lead AI Director, holds a degree in engineering from Cambridge and is a PhD researcher focusing on biases and interpretability of LLMs. He has prior experience working at a Microsoft subsidiary.

The Apta team—Shirom Chabra, Vatsal Raina, Vyas Raina, and Adian Liusie—proudly accepting the Parmee Prize in 2023.

Other Ecosystem Tools

Hero.io’s platform offers a range of AI-driven tools that enhance its comprehensive suite of financial insights. These tools include a private browser that allows users to browse the internet without restrictions or surveillance, ensuring their privacy. Additionally, Hero.io provides a secure wallet, enabling users to manage their cryptocurrencies and NFTs safely in one place. For businesses, the platform offers a merchant account feature that simplifies crypto payments, making transactions more efficient.

Looking ahead, Hero.io is expanding its ecosystem with the development of future products like the $Hero Token, HeroMarket, and HeroID. The $Hero Token, set to launch in Q4 2024, will play a pivotal role in powering Hero’s AI search engine and the Hero Finance Suite, including HeroWallet and HeroPay.

Final Thoughts

As AI and finance continue to intersect, we are witnessing a new era of precision, efficiency, and democratization in Web3 decision-making. Among the tools leading this revolution, Hero.io stands out as the best choice for crypto insights. Its advanced AI capabilities allow investors to optimize their portfolios with maximum efficiency, ensuring that they not only meet their risk thresholds but also achieve superior returns.