Helium
A decentralized wireless network for IoT and mobile, owned and operated by the people.
Hotspots Deployed
990,000+
Countries
192
Cities
77,000+
About Helium
The Helium Network is a global, distributed network of Hotspots that provide public, long-range LoRaWAN wireless coverage for IoT sensors and devices and high-speed 5G cellular coverage. By deploying a simple device at their home or office, anyone can provide their city with wireless network coverage and in turn, be rewarded in cryptocurrency. This model has created the largest LoRaWAN network in the world. Use cases range from asset tracking and smart agriculture to smart city applications and environmental monitoring. The network operates on the Solana blockchain and uses a token-based model where Data Credits are used for data transmission fees.
Core Network Technologies
Iot Network
Utilizes LoRaWAN (Long Range, Low Power Wide Area Network) protocol for connecting low-power IoT devices over long distances.
Mobile Network
Utilizes 5G and CBRS to provide cellular coverage, allowing partners to launch their own mobile services.
Blockchain
Built on the Solana blockchain. Uses the HNT, IOT, and MOBILE tokens to incentivize network deployment and governance.
Proof-Of-Coverage
A unique algorithm that verifies Hotspots are located where they claim, providing legitimate wireless coverage.
Economic Model
Data Credits (Dcs)
Users pay for network usage with Data Credits, which have a fixed USD value and are created by burning HNT tokens.
Incentives
Hotspot owners earn cryptocurrency (IOT or MOBILE tokens) for providing network coverage and transferring device data.
Common Use Cases
Logistics & Supply Chain
Tracking assets like packages, pallets, and vehicles in real-time.
Smart Agriculture
Monitoring soil moisture, crop health, and livestock location.
Environmental Monitoring
Deploying sensors for air and water quality measurement.
Smart Cities
Applications like smart parking, waste management, and smart lighting.