AI Model Identity Verification and Routing Auditor
C7/10April 26, 2026
WhatA middleware/browser extension that independently verifies which AI model is actually serving your requests, detecting when providers silently swap in cheaper models mid-session.
SignalMultiple commenters express deep frustration that despite paying for premium models like Opus, they suspect providers are quietly routing them to cheaper, lower-quality models — leading to wasted work and eroded trust. Users currently resort to asking trick questions to verify model identity, which is a terrible workaround.
Why NowAs AI API pricing tiers widen (Opus vs Haiku costs differ 30x+), the financial incentive for providers to quietly downgrade routing has never been higher, and enterprise customers spending thousands monthly have no independent verification.
MarketAI power users, enterprise AI teams, and AI-dependent developers paying $20-200+/month per seat. TAM: millions of paying AI subscribers. No direct competitor exists — this is a gap created by provider opacity.
MoatProprietary fingerprinting dataset built from statistically distinguishing model behaviors, growing more accurate with usage. First-mover trust as the independent auditor in a market where providers have misaligned incentives.
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