AI-linked cryptocurrencies are experiencing significant gains, with NEAR Protocol leading the charge, surging 81% over the past week. This rally comes as Bitcoin stabilizes around $77,147, down 0.27% in the last 24 hours, and other major cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and Solana also see slight declines. NEAR, along with FET and RENDER, has posted strong weekly performances, driven by optimism in AI infrastructure and reduced computation costs from competitors like DeepSeek. DeepSeek's recent 75% reduction in AI inference pricing has fueled excitement, making its token-processing costs significantly cheaper than rivals such as OpenAI. This cost efficiency is crucial as AI applications demand substantial computing power. Analysts suggest that the future of AI may favor companies offering scalable, cost-effective solutions. Additionally, a Goldman Sachs forecast predicts AI agents could process 120 quadrillion tokens monthly by 2030, further boosting the AI narrative.