NEAR Protocol has moved forward on two fronts: a new AI Cloud release and high-profile community engagement at Token2049. On October 6, 2026, the project announced the launch of Jev 1.13 on NEAR AI Cloud. The update introduces new routing and classification tools with pricing set at $0.042 per input, while output remains free. According to the official announcement, the release is designed to enhance user capabilities and support the emerging agent economy.
Community reaction has been positive, with the announcement receiving 265 likes and 33 retweets. Although NEAR market data still shows no trading volume, the response suggests anticipation rather than immediate market activity.
The following day, NEAR Protocol highlighted its community-building efforts at Token2049 in Singapore. Builders, investors, partners, and supporters known as “NEARians” gathered for a Happy Hour focused on collaboration in user-owned AI. The event underscores NEAR’s strategic emphasis on community-driven innovation and could ultimately support future adoption and trading interest.
