Sentient has unveiled an open-source Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) initiative designed to challenge the AI dominance of major tech companies. The project, detailed by Tiger Research, aims to foster a collaborative AGI ecosystem using a GRID-centric model that ensures fair compensation for contributors. Sentient's approach emphasizes global participation, transparency, and community-driven development, setting it apart from traditional closed systems. The initiative seeks to overcome common open-source limitations by implementing structured incentives, quality assurance protocols, and specialized crypto-AI models like Dobby. While the project promises faster innovation and more diverse AI development, it also faces challenges such as quality control and operational complexity.