Physical hardware devices that users purchase, deploy, and operate to participate directly in blockchain networks or decentralized infrastructure. Includes mining hardware, DePin devices, IoT gateways, and specialized network equipment that provides computational power, coverage, or services while earning rewards for operators.
10 projects found
Start a Wireless Revolution
Hardware devices that provide wireless network coverage for IoT and Mobile networks, earning HNT rewards through Proof-of-Coverage validation and data transfer facilitation.
The real human network
The Orb is a biometric verification device utilizing iris-scanning technology with Nvidia Jetson AI processing to verify human uniqueness for World ID registration. The hardware implements multispectral sensors for liveness detection, processes iris images locally to generate encrypted iris codes without storing biometric data, and operates through swappable battery packs for portable deployment across global verification locations.
Powering the Future of Robotics
GEODNET Satellite Reference Station is a GNSS receiver hardware device that captures multi-constellation satellite signals and uploads correction data to the GEODNET network for RTK positioning services. The device consumes under 2 watts, processes signals from GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou systems, and transmits 10-20 GB of data monthly via internet connection. Operators receive GEOD token compensation based on hex-grid placement optimization, data quality scoring, and network contribution metrics through the GEODNET Console platform.
Empower Your Data, Enhance Your Life.
CUDIS Super App aggregates health data from wearables and fitness applications including Apple Health, Google Health, and Strava into a unified interface. The platform provides AI-powered coaching, healthspan tracking, and wellness challenges while enabling users to stake CUDIS tokens for APY returns and Health Points multipliers. Users maintain blockchain-based data ownership through NFT minting and controlled sharing permissions.
Full stack data infrastructure layer for storage, AI, and DePIN.
NIMBUS is a plug-and-play hardware node that enables users to participate in decentralized storage networks by providing storage capacity and computational power. The device operates continuously to store encrypted data shards, earning rewards for uptime and performance while requiring minimal technical knowledge to set up and manage.
We're shaping the future of the internet
SuiPlay0X1 operates as a handheld gaming device integrating Sui blockchain through native protocol implementation. The hardware features AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor with AMD Ryzen 780M graphics supporting PC game compatibility across Steam and Epic platforms while running Playtron GameOS enabling multi-store access and blockchain-integrated gaming experiences.
Now everyone can mine bitcoin
Compass Mining Platform provides Bitcoin mining hardware procurement, hosting verification, and marketplace services for individuals and businesses. The system connects miners with hosting facilities while offering hardware sales and resale capabilities.
Solana Will Never Be the Same
PSG1 is a retro-futuristic handheld gaming device running EchOS firmware on Android OS, featuring RK3588S2 octa-core processor, Mali-G610 GPU, 3.92-inch OLED display, 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, and hardware wallet integration through Security Element and Trusted Execution Environment for managing digital assets and blockchain transactions.
The Future of Solana Block-Building
Node operators will run specialized TEE (Trusted Execution Environment) hardware that maintains transaction privacy while enabling verifiable computation. This infrastructure will be crucial for BAM's decentralized and secure operation.
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