World Mobile, First DePIN Layer 3 on Base, Partners with 51nodes to Expand DePIN in Europe

World Mobile, the pioneering decentralized wireless network and the first Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN) Layer 3 on Base, has announced a strategic partnership with 51nodes, a prominent European blockchain infrastructure provider.

The collaboration aims to accelerate the adoption of DePIN technology across Europe, bringing decentralized connectivity solutions to underserved regions and enhancing blockchain-powered infrastructure across the continent.

World Mobile, the first Layer 3 blockchain dedicated to telecom, is calling this partnership as the milestone in the era of Fifth Industrial Revolution – where industries own their infrastructure, data, and automation.

A New Era for DePIN in Europe?

The partnership between World Mobile and 51nodes is expected to lay the groundwork for a significant expansion of decentralized infrastructure in Europe.

By leveraging 51nodes’ expertise in blockchain infrastructure and World Mobile’s innovative approach to decentralized wireless networks, the collaboration seeks to provide scalable, secure, and cost-effective connectivity solutions to communities that lack access to traditional telecommunications. This partnership is further expected to streamline deployment processes, enhance regulatory compliance, and increase adoption among enterprises and local communities.

World Mobile operates on the principle of a shared economy, allowing individuals and businesses to participate in network expansion by operating AirNodes—small, decentralized network nodes that contribute to the connectivity ecosystem.

The company’s Layer 3 implementation on Base, a secure and scalable Ethereum Layer 2 chain incubated by Coinbase, enables efficient blockchain-based transactions, governance, and incentivization mechanisms.

51nodes, known for its robust blockchain infrastructure expertise, will support World Mobile in integrating its decentralized network technology across various European jurisdictions. Notably, it has worked with major corporations in Germany and Europe such as Bosch, Siemens, and BMW. It received significant attention particularly in the context of the larger GAIA-X project, which involves multiple European governments and companies working together to power the next revolution in industrial automation.

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Can the partnership address the Connectivity Gap in Europe?

Despite Europe’s advanced telecommunications infrastructure, rural and remote areas still face challenges in achieving reliable internet connectivity.

Traditional network operators often neglect these regions due to high infrastructure costs and low population density. World Mobile’s decentralized approach can address this issue by distributing network ownership and incentives to local operators and individuals, reducing costs and increasing accessibility.

Meanwhile 51nodes has built a reputation as a key player in blockchain infrastructure and Web3 solutions. The company’s involvement in the partnership will focus on technical integration, regulatory navigation, and fostering collaboration with European enterprises and government entities.

Notably, World Mobie inked partnership with Cardano last year to integrate its technology into the Cardano’s partnerchains framework.

DePIN: The Future of Decentralized Connectivity

DePIN, an emerging paradigm in blockchain and telecommunications, is revolutionizing how physical infrastructure is deployed and managed.

By decentralizing ownership and incentivizing network participation through blockchain-based rewards, DePIN networks create resilient, community-driven connectivity ecosystems.

World Mobile’s implementation of DePIN on Base offers several advantages, including lower costs, greater security, and increased network resilience. .And now its collaboration with 51nodes is expected to accelerate the growth of the DePIN model in Europe, fostering innovation in decentralized connectivity solutions and paving the way for similar initiatives in other regions.

With DePIN technology gaining traction worldwide, the partnership between World Mobile and 51nodes represents a significant milestone in the evolution of decentralized telecommunications. As blockchain and decentralized networks continue to disrupt traditional industries, initiatives like this underscore the potential of DePIN to reshape the future of global connectivity.