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  "description": "Vast.ai is a leading marketplace for high-performance GPU rentals, connecting users with a global network of compute providers. The platform specializes in providing low-cost, on-demand hardware for artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data processing tasks using a decentralized model.",
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    "funding_stage": "Not publicly available",
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