Technology was my first thought. I’m still leaning toward it. 
The only reason I didn’t use it was because it duplicates in the sentence.
Project SAFE uses ANT Tech instead of Blockchain Tech
Project SAFE uses Autonomous Network Technology Technology
Project SAFE uses Autonomous Network Transfer Technology
Project SAFE uses Autonomous Network Transport Technology
After the Network is launched, we could make a very detailed video explaining how ANT Tech works, making it a “catch phrase.” It may even open the door for other projects to innovate. This could solve our problem of having to explain the whole system.
When people talk about blockchain, they almost never explain how it works. They “believe” in the system, as mentioned by @ned14. I would like to hit that sweet spot in public perception as well. I have no idea how all my car components function together, but I believe it will get me from A to B faster than walking.