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DePIN Ecosystem

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ProtocolIndustry - PurposeAgentsBlockchainArchitecture & Standards
375aiReal-time marketing dataUnknownUnknown
AethirHigh-performance GPU resources for AI and gamingUnknownUnknown
Akash NetworkDecentralized cloud computing marketplaceUnknownCosmos SDK
AmbientEnvironmental sensors for air quality monitoringUnknownUnknown
AnyoneOnline privacy through a decentralized onion-routing networkUnknownUnknown
AnyoneFDNDecentralized privacy-focused communicationUnknownBlockchain (specific chain unclear)
AquasaveSmart water management to address global water scarcityUnknownUnknown
ArweavePermanent decentralized data storageUnknownBlockchain (own protocol),Permaweb for permanent data
AxalDecentralized network for the global supply chainUnknownUnknown
BaxusWhiskey Production and TradingSolana
BeamableGaming infrastructureUnknownUnknown
Dabba NetworkDecentralized internet access through Wi-Fi hotspotsUnknownBlockchain (likely Solana or Polygon)
DeEEP NetworkDecentralized energy and power managementUnknownBlockchain (specific chain unclear)
DIMO NetworkDecentralized vehicle data platformUnknownPolygonIoT devices for vehicle data
DeVin LabsWine Trading
DynexDecentralized neuromorphic computingUnknownOwn Protocol
Exa BitsDecentralized computing for AI and big dataUnknownBlockchain (likely Solana or Ethereum-based)
FilecoinPermanent decentralized file storageUnknownUnknown
FleekGeo-aware decentralized web and edge compute servicesUnknownUnknown
GEODNETDecentralized GNSS (GPS) network for precise location dataUnknownPolygon
GlowSolar powerUnknownUnknown
Heale LabsLogistics solutionsUnknownUnknown
HeliumDecentralized wireless network for IoT devicesUnknownSolanaLoRaWAN
HivemapperDecentralized mapping using dashcamsUnknownSolana
IO NetDecentralized GPU computing for AI and MLUnknownSolana
KuzcoUnknownUnknownUnknown
MawariReal-time 3D content streaming in spatial computingUnknownUnknown
MetabloxGlobal decentralized WiFi roamingUnknownUnknown
MinimaMotor sportsUnknownUnknown
MinutesDecentralized wireless network for telecommunicationsUnknownUnknown
NatixGeospatial intelligence networkUnknownUnknown
NosanaDecentralized GPU cloud computing and CI/CD toolsUnknownSolana
NovanetZKP incentive network for privacy-preserving proofsUnknownUnknown
Nubila AIUnknownUnknownUnknown
OasisROSEUnknownUnknown
ObortechDecentralized network for the global supply chainUnknownUnknown
PDSStorage solutions for Arweave's permawebUnknownUnknown
PeaqProvides blockchain infrastructure for DePIN applicationsUnknown
PhaidraUnknownUnknownUnknown
Power LedgerRenewable energyUnknownUnknown
Render NetworkDecentralized GPU renderingUnknownPolygon
RitualDecentralized AIUnknownUnknown
RoamDataUnknownUnknown
ROVR NetworkSpatial AI & Intelligent TransportationUnknownSolana
RunOnFluxDecentralized cloud infrastructure and dApp hostingUnknownBlockchain (own protocol)
SilencioCombating noise pollutionUnknownUnknown
Sky TradeMonetize airspace rights above buildings and landUnknownUnknown
StreamrDecentralized real-time data sharingUnknownBlockchain (Ethereum, Polygon)
TeleportUnknownUnknownUnknown
The GraphUnknownUnknownUnknown
Theta TokenUnknownUnknownUnknown
UprockTurn spare bandwidth into benefitsUnknownUnknown
WeatherXMDecentralized weather data networkUnknownBlockchain (Polygon)
WicryptCommunity WiFi networkUnknownUnknown
WingbitsDecentralized flight tracking networkUnknownBlockchain (likely Polygon or Solana)
Xnet MobileWiFi, partnership with AT&TUnknownUnknown

DePIN Projects

375ai

Akash Network

  • Purpose: Decentralized cloud computing marketplace.
  • Technology: Blockchain (Cosmos SDK).
  • Use Case: Cloud computing for developers, hosting, DeFi applications.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Marketplace for unused computing resources reduces costs for developers.
    • Gaining traction as a DePIN leader in cloud infrastructure.

AnyoneFDN

  • Purpose: Decentralized privacy-focused communication.
  • Technology: Blockchain (specific chain unclear).
  • Use Case: Secure communication and privacy for IoT and messaging.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Focuses on privacy in DePIN, likely for secure IoT communication.
    • Limited data but aligns with the sector’s emphasis on security.

Arweave

  • Purpose: Permanent decentralized data storage.
  • Technology: Blockchain (own protocol), permaweb for permanent data.
  • Use Case: Long-term data storage for dApps, NFTs, and archives.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Plans to expand ecosystem in 2025 with more dApp integrations.
    • Enhanced developer tools; key player in DePIN for data permanence.

Dabba Network

  • Purpose: Decentralized internet access through Wi-Fi hotspots.
  • Technology: Blockchain (likely Solana or Polygon).
  • Use Case: Internet access in underserved areas.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Aims to bridge the digital divide by incentivizing Wi-Fi hotspot deployment.
    • Aligns with DePIN’s mission to improve accessibility.

DeEEP Network

  • Purpose: Decentralized energy and power management.
  • Technology: Blockchain (specific chain unclear).
  • Use Case: Energy grid management, EV charging, and renewable energy integration.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Emerging as a DePIN project for energy ecosystems by reducing costs and improving efficiency.
    • Limited public data but part of a growing trend in energy-focused DePIN initiatives.

DIMO Network

  • Purpose: Decentralized vehicle data platform.
  • Technology: Blockchain (Polygon), IoT devices for vehicle data.
  • Use Case: Automotive finance, insurance, maintenance.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Users earn DIMO tokens by sharing vehicle data, reducing financing costs.
    • Growing adoption in automotive sectors for data monetization.

Dynex

  • Purpose: Decentralized neuromorphic computing.
  • Technology: Blockchain (own protocol).
  • Use Case: Quantum-like computing for AI, simulations, and research.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Offers neuromorphic computing, simulating brain-like processes.
    • A unique DePIN project with potential in advanced AI and scientific research.

Exa Bits

  • Purpose: Decentralized computing for AI and big data.
  • Technology: Blockchain (likely Solana or Ethereum-based).
  • Use Case: AI, big data processing, analytics.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Emerging player in DePIN; focuses on high-performance computing.

GEODNET

  • Purpose: Decentralized GNSS (GPS) network for precise location data.
  • Technology: Blockchain (Polygon).
  • Use Case: Precision navigation for drones, autonomous vehicles, robotics.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Collaborates with Helium and Wingbits for flight tracking.

Helium

  • Purpose: Decentralized wireless network for IoT devices.
  • Technology: Solana, LoRaWAN for long-range connectivity.
  • Use Case: IoT connectivity (e.g., smart devices, sensors).
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Expanded global network with thousands of hotspots.
    • Collaboration with GEODNET and Wingbits for flight tracking solutions.
    • Revenue growth aligned with DePIN's 100x surge in 2024 (Forbes).

Hivemapper

  • Purpose: Decentralized mapping using dashcams.
  • Technology: Solana.
  • Use Case: Real-time mapping, autonomous driving, urban planning.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Incentivizes users to map roads with dashcams.

IO Net

  • Purpose: Decentralized GPU computing for AI and ML.
  • Technology: Solana.
  • Use Case: AI model training, machine learning workloads.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Impressive revenue trajectory noted by DePIN Connection reply.

Nosana

  • Purpose: Decentralized GPU cloud computing and CI/CD tools.
  • Technology: Solana blockchain.
  • Use Case: GPU computing for AI, machine learning, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Scalable GPU resources on Solana.
    • Growing relevance in AI and ML workloads.

Render Network

  • Purpose: Decentralized GPU rendering.
  • Technology: Blockchain (Polygon).
  • Use Case: 3D rendering, animation, visual effects for creators.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Increased adoption in creative industries.
    • High potential for scalable, cost-effective rendering solutions.

ROVR Network

Website

  • Purpose: Spatial AI & Intelligent Transportation
  • Technology: Blockchain (specific chain unclear).
  • Use Case:
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Focuses on IoT for pet owners, an emerging niche in DePIN.
    • Limited data, but part of the growing IoT-DePIN trend.

RunOnFlux

  • Purpose: Decentralized cloud infrastructure and dApp hosting.
  • Technology: Blockchain (own protocol).
  • Use Case: Cloud hosting, dApp deployment, and Web3 infrastructure.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Provides a decentralized alternative to AWS with a focus on Web3 apps.
    • Growing in the DePIN space for scalable infrastructure.

Streamr

  • Purpose: Decentralized real-time data sharing.
  • Technology: Blockchain (Ethereum, Polygon).
  • Use Case: Data streaming for IoT, dApps, and real-time analytics.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Enables peer-to-peer data sharing, reducing reliance on centralized servers.
    • A veteran in decentralized data with growing relevance in DePIN.

WeatherXM

  • Purpose: Decentralized weather data network.
  • Technology: Blockchain (Polygon).
  • Use Case: Weather forecasting, agriculture, and climate research.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • Users deploy weather stations to collect hyper-local data, earning tokens.
    • Supported by HeliumDeploy for hardware; showing growth in climate-focused DePIN applications.

Wingbits

  • Purpose: Decentralized flight tracking network.
  • Technology: Blockchain (likely Polygon or Solana).
  • Use Case: Flight tracking for aviation, AI, robotics.
  • Recent Developments/Impact:
    • New devices offer real-time flight tracking data.

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