Sarson Funds, Inc. today published research conducted January-February 2026 identifying which industries are spending the most on private AI and which blockchain-based companies are leading the decentralized AI infrastructure space. The global private AI market is projected at $11.1 billion in 2025, growing to $113.7 billion by 2034, with 58% deployed on-premises.
The research highlights that industries such as healthcare, finance, and manufacturing are under significant pressure to adopt private AI to protect sensitive data while leveraging advanced analytics. These sectors require on-premises or private cloud solutions to maintain compliance with regulations like HIPAA and GDPR, driving demand for decentralized AI infrastructure.
Key blockchain-based companies building the solution include Aethir, 0G, Venice AI, and Manifest Network. These decentralized compute networks enable enterprises to run private AI with on-premises security, cloud flexibility, and significantly lower infrastructure costs. For instance, Aethir offers distributed GPU resources, while 0G provides scalable data storage solutions.
John Sarson, CEO of Sarson Funds, noted that the shift toward private AI is accelerating as enterprises seek to avoid the risks of public AI models. "Decentralized infrastructure offers a compelling alternative, combining security with cost efficiency," he said.
The research also indicates that the on-premises deployment trend will persist, with 58% of private AI workloads expected to run locally by 2034. This creates opportunities for blockchain networks that can provide verifiable compute and storage without centralized control. Sarson Funds' analysis suggests that early movers in this space could capture significant market share as enterprise adoption grows.
For more details, the full announcement is available at sarsonfunds.com. Sarson Funds, Inc. is a digital asset investment firm serving accredited investors with risk-managed cryptocurrency and blockchain strategies, with a focus on early-stage crypto projects and decentralized AI. Founded in 2018, the firm is headquartered in Indianapolis with an office in Miami, Florida.
