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DePIN utilizes blockchain and token incentives to build and maintain physical infrastructure, such as wireless networks, cloud storage, and energy grids.By decentralizing the ownership of hardware, projects like Helium and Hivemapper disrupt traditional centralized monopolies.In 2026, DePIN is a core pillar of the Web3 + AI economy, providing the decentralized compute and data collection necessary for autonomous agents. This tag tracks the growth of hardware-based rewards, crowdsourced infrastructure, and the democratization of global utility networks.

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Bee Maps Raises $32M to Scale Solana-Powered Decentralized Mapping Network

Bee Maps Raises $32M to Scale Solana-Powered Decentralized Mapping Network

The post Bee Maps Raises $32M to Scale Solana-Powered Decentralized Mapping Network appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Bee Maps, the decentralized mapping project powered by Hivemapper, has raised $32 million in fresh funding to expand its global contributor network and scale its infrastructure, it announced Monday. The round was led by Pantera Capital, LDA Capital, Borderless Capital and Ajna Capital, marking one of the largest financings in the decentralized physical infrastructure (DePin) sector this year. Bee Maps is an application on the Hivemapper network, which is one of the largest decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN) focused on mapping data on Solana. Hivemapper enables drivers to contribute data through AI-enabled dash cams, which detect real-time changes on roads (like new signs on the roads, detours, or construction zones), ensuring digital maps can update quickly to stay accurate. Bee Maps leverages this infrastructure by rewarding contributors with its native token, $HONEY, for collecting street-level imagery. The raise highlights strong investor appetite for Bee Maps’ vision of real-time, AI-powered maps. In recent months, Bee Maps has teamed up with major players including Lyft and Volkswagen’s robotaxi program to bring its mapping-data to their platforms. The fresh capital will be used to distribute more devices, enhance AI models that process and update map features and boost contributor incentives tied to $HONEY. “With this funding, we are accelerating global device deployments, expanding coverage, and strengthening our AI pipeline. Demand is not the problem — supply is,” said Ariel Seidman, the co-founder of Hivemapper, in a press release shared with CoinDesk. Bee Maps is also rolling out a Bee Membership plan, slashing upfront costs from nearly $600 to just $19 a month. The subscription bundles hardware, software, and contributor benefits into one package, lowering the barrier for new participants to join the network. Read more: Volkswagen ADMT Taps Solana-Based Hivemapper Bee Maps for Driverless Data Source: https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2025/10/06/bee-maps-raises-usd32m-to-scale-solana-powered-decentralized-mapping-network

Author: BitcoinEthereumNews

2025/10/07

Hivemapper raises $32M, launches new subscription for Bee dashcams

Hivemapper raises $32M, launches new subscription for Bee dashcams

The post Hivemapper raises $32M, launches new subscription for Bee dashcams appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. This is a segment from the Lightspeed newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe. Bee Maps has raised $32 million to scale its DePIN mapping network, with Pantera Capital, LDA Capital, Borderless Capital and Ajna Capital participating in the round. Hivemapper, Inc. now operates under the brand name Bee Maps. Alongside the raise, Bee Maps is introducing a new subscription-based “Bee Membership” to improve accessibility for contributors. Instead of paying $589 upfront for the Bee LTE device, drivers in the US can now get hardware, LTE connectivity and Beekeeper fleet software bundled for $19 per month on a 24-month term. Hivemapper CEO Ariel Seidman frames the network’s challenge as one of supply rather than demand. The funding is earmarked to quickly expand coverage and scale contributor rewards so Bee Maps can meet a backlog of enterprise needs across navigation, automotive and city planning. The company’s go-to-market momentum has grown through a string of notable customers in the past year. Bee Maps announced in May that ride-hailing company Lyft was sourcing real-time, crowdsourced street-level data to improve routing and support its autonomous strategy, while Volkswagen’s autonomous vehicle unit was revealed in July to be leveraging Bee Maps for robotaxi mapping data.  Bee Maps’ site also highlights media and mapping companies like NBCUniversal, Mapbox and HERE (formerly Nokia HERE) among users of its technology.  CEO Ariel Seidman tells me: “These aren’t small pilots; some of these are six and seven-figure deals,” noting that interest from those companies is driven by Bee’s ability to deliver data they can’t obtain elsewhere. Companies “want broader coverage, especially in smaller markets like Des Moines. Dropping the Bee price from a $500 upfront cost to $19 a month changes who can participate. It turns this from a niche device into something anyone can deploy anywhere.” Built on the…

Author: BitcoinEthereumNews

2025/10/07

Bee Maps bags $32m to expand AI mapping network built on Hivemapper

Bee Maps bags $32m to expand AI mapping network built on Hivemapper

Bee Maps has secured a $32 million Series A to scale its decentralized mapping operation. The capital will fuel deployment of dashcams and enhance its AI models, addressing the supply-side crunch created by demand from clients like Volkswagen and Lyft.…

Author: Crypto.news

2025/10/07

Why Web3 Investors Are Looking Past Meme Coins Into Infrastructure & DePI

Why Web3 Investors Are Looking Past Meme Coins Into Infrastructure & DePI

For years, crypto was split between two extremes: groundbreaking innovation and pure speculation. Meme coins, powered mostly by internet jokes, hype, and social media trends, captured headlines and fortunes. But they also brought volatility, little real-world use, and left many retail investors burned. Today, the narrative is shifting. Experienced investors, venture capital firms, institutions, and long-time crypto natives are shifting their focus from meme-driven speculation to the serious work of building the foundations of Web3. The focus is less about viral coins and more about the infrastructure and decentralized networks that will power the internet of the future. Why Meme Coins Fall Short Meme coins once drew crowds with their “anyone-can-get-rich” appeal, but they lacked real utility. Their value relied on speculation and hype cycles, making them fragile and risky. This clashes with Web3’s true mission: creating a decentralized, useful, and sustainable internet. Investors now prefer projects with audited code, long-term growth, and regulatory clarity rather than tokens tied to a celebrity tweet. The Rise of Web3 Infrastructure The decentralized web needs strong foundations. Just like roads and power lines built the modern economy, Web3 requires its own digital infrastructure. That’s where investor capital is flowing: Scalability: Faster, cheaper networks (Layer 2s, sidechains) to handle millions of users. Interoperability: Seamless movement of assets across chains through bridges and modular blockchains. Developer Tools: APIs, indexing, and zero-knowledge tech that make it easier to build dApps. Security: Better audits and protection against hacks, restoring trust for mainstream adoption. These “picks and shovels” power the entire ecosystem, ensuring demand regardless of which individual dApps succeed. DePIN: Web3 Meets the Real World The next frontier is Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) where blockchain incentives are used to crowdsource real-world infrastructure. Instead of one corporation spending billions, individuals contribute hardware and earn tokens, making networks more cost-efficient and decentralized. Examples include: Decentralized Wireless (DeWi): Community-built internet hotspots. Decentralized Storage: Shared global storage networks. Energy Grids: Peer-to-peer energy trading and smart infrastructure. Mapping & Sensors: Real-time, user-powered data for navigation and monitoring. The appeal is clear: DePIN solves real-world problems, creates steady revenue, scales with user growth, and often fits more easily into regulatory frameworks. With trillions in potential markets like telecom, energy, and data, investors see DePIN as a massive opportunity. The Bigger Picture This move from meme coins to infrastructure marks Web3’s coming of age. Meme coins were the fireworks loud, flashy, and short-lived. Infrastructure and DePIN are the city plans: long-term, practical, and essential. Smart money is no longer chasing hype. It’s investing in the digital railways and decentralized systems that will carry the future economy. The speculative era got attention, but the building era will create lasting value. Why Web3 Investors Are Looking Past Meme Coins Into Infrastructure & DePI was originally published in Coinmonks on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story

Author: Medium

2025/10/06

Hong Kong-listed China Financial to raise $11M to build crypto, AI investment platform

Hong Kong-listed China Financial to raise $11M to build crypto, AI investment platform

The Hong Kong-listed investment company China Financial Leasing Group announced plans to raise approximately HK$86.5 million ($11.1 million) to fund the creation of a crypto investment platform.  According to a filing with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on Sunday, the China Financial Leasing Group has entered into a subscription agreement with Innoval Capital, which will […]

Author: Cryptopolitan

2025/10/06

X1 EcoChain introduces $5M grant program and $100K galxe starboard campaign

X1 EcoChain introduces $5M grant program and $100K galxe starboard campaign

The post X1 EcoChain introduces $5M grant program and $100K galxe starboard campaign appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. X1 EcoChain launches $5M grant program to fund eco-friendly Web4 projects. Grants range $25K–$400K for scalable, EVM-compatible developer initiatives. Galxe Starboard rewards community impact with $100K in X1 Coins for top 200. X1 EcoChain, the first eco-focused DePIN Layer-1 blockchain, has announced two landmark programs to expand its ecosystem: a $5 million developer Grant Program and Galxe Starboard, a global rewards system distributing $100,000 to active community members. $5M grants for builders To accelerate Web4 adoption, X1 EcoChain is investing directly into its developer ecosystem with a $5M grant program. The initiative funds projects across DePIN, DeFi, decentralized data storage, computing, identity, and immersive digital environments such as gaming and the metaverse. Individual awards: $25,000 – $400,000 Project timeline: 90–120 days Requirements: scalable design, EVM compatibility Unlike programs from Solana or Polygon, X1 EcoChain’s funding emphasizes low-power, home-operated decentralization. With X1Nodes consuming only 3 Wh and already deployed in more than 65 countries, projects must align with this sustainability-first model. Priority development areas include: Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) Next-gen telecom and payment tools DeFi with practical utility dApps for storage and distributed computing Systems of trust, reputation, and identity SDKs and development kits for mainstream adoption Galxe starboard: rewarding community impact Decentralization grows through community. With Galxe Starboard, X1 EcoChain launches a $100,000 campaign that recognizes contributors who bring value through creativity, education, and engagement. Season 1 (September 25 – November 25, 2025): Prize pool: $50,000 in X1 Coins Top 200 participants rewarded Leaderboard based on impact, not chance Contributors earn points by: Publishing explainers and insights Creating media formats (memes, videos, graphics) Sharing validator experiences Driving meaningful conversations This approach transforms storytelling and influence into core pillars of decentralization. Why it matters Most blockchains are still tethered to energy-intensive data centers. X1 EcoChain demonstrates that anyone, anywhere can…

Author: BitcoinEthereumNews

2025/10/06

Hong Kong’s China Financial Leasing Raises $11.1M for Crypto-AI Platform

Hong Kong’s China Financial Leasing Raises $11.1M for Crypto-AI Platform

The post Hong Kong’s China Financial Leasing Raises $11.1M for Crypto-AI Platform appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Hong Kong-listed China Financial Leasing Group is making waves with its plan to raise $11.1 million to develop a combined cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence (AI) investment platform. The announcement has fueled investor excitement, sending the company’s shares soaring 25% on Monday, reflecting strong confidence in its digital asset ambitions. Raising Funds Through Strategic Share Placement …

Author: CoinPedia

2025/10/06

China Financial Leasing Group stock soars 19% after crypto announcement

China Financial Leasing Group stock soars 19% after crypto announcement

Hong Kong-listed China Financial Leasing Group announced that it will invest $11.14 million into the web3 and AI sectors, including a plan to develop its own crypto platform. According to an announcement from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, the Hong…

Author: Crypto.news

2025/10/06

The TechBeat: Why You Shouldn’t Judge by PnL Alone (10/6/2025)

The TechBeat: Why You Shouldn’t Judge by PnL Alone (10/6/2025)

How are you, hacker? 🪐Want to know what's trending right now?: The Techbeat by HackerNoon has got you covered with fresh content from our trending stories of the day! Set email preference here. ## Who Owns The Moon? The Coming Fight Over Space Law and Treaties By @dylanmich [ 8 Min read ] Who owns the Moon? Explore the rising debate over space law, treaties, and the future of lunar ownership. Read More. What the Battle of the Bitcoin Metaprotocols Means for the Future of Bitcoin By @omnity [ 4 Min read ] Bitcoin DeFi is splitting into two designs: indexer-embedded VMs vs. Decentralized PSBT Signing. We compare MEV, latency, UX, and more… Read More. Mac's Aura of Invincibility Fades as AI Anxiety Takes Root, New Survey Finds By @moonlock [ 4 Min read ] Moonlock's survey finds the Mac immunity myth is fading. Discover why user anxiety is rising and how AI is creating a new generation of macOS threats. Read More. ChatGPT Became the Face of AI—But the Real Battle Is Building Ecosystems, Not Single Models By @hacker53037367 [ 12 Min read ] ChatGPT made AI mainstream, but real transformation comes from ecosystems that embed AI across business, not from relying on a single model. Read More. Sia Redefines Cloud Security with Supreme Privacy and Impenetrable Protection By @siafoundation [ 5 Min read ] Sia delivers decentralized cloud security with Supreme Privacy and Impenetrable Protection, eliminating single points of failure and insider threats. Read More. How Space Debris Cleanup Could Become the Next Trillion-Dollar Industry By @samuelogbonna138 [ 5 Min read ] Space debris threatens satellites and economies. See how cleanup tech could unlock a trillion-dollar spacetech industry. Read More. AIOZ Stream Delivers Peer-to-Peer On-Demand Video Powered by DePIN By @aioznetwork [ 3 Min read ] Recently, AIOZ Network released AIOZ Stream, a protocol designed to make streaming as configurable as any modern software service Read More. 7 AI Coding Techniques That Could Save You 10+ Hours This Week
By @paoloap [ 8 Min read ] Discover 7 AI coding techniques that save hours weekly, streamline development, and boost productivity for frontend and backend projects Read More. Grokipedia: The Coming War with Wikipedia for the World's Knowledge By @nofacetoolsai [ 4 Min read ] Discover Grokipedia; Elon Musk's bold challenge to Wikipedia. Explore how this open-source knowledge repository could reshape the future of information and AI. Read More. Crypto Meets Banks: How Gluwa Bridges the Gap Between Two Worlds By @isaacsamuel [ 6 Min read ] How Gluwa bridges crypto and traditional finance, giving the unbanked access to credit and connecting global capital with local needs. Read More. Are we Catching up With Science Fiction’s Dream of Lunar Bases? By @codelynx [ 5 Min read ] Exploring the progress of lunar base development and how it aligns with science fiction’s vision of life on the Moon. Read More. If We Don’t Reinvent Tokenomics, Decentralized Infrastructure Will Fail By @tokenomy [ 7 Min read ] How control theory and burn-and-mint tokenomics can create scalable, stable blockchain infrastructure networks like Helium and Filecoin. Read More. What 316 GitHub Issues Teach Us About the Dark Side of Open Source By @escholar [ 5 Min read ] OSS's first extensive investigation of unethical behavior, featuring taxonomy, an ontology-based detection tool (Etor), and an accuracy rate of 74.8%. Read More. Knowledge Graphs Gain Traction as AI Pushes Beyond Traditional Data Models By @linked_do [ 21 Min read ] Is graph really the new star schema? What do graphs like to non-insiders, and what attracts them to the community, methodologies, applications, and innovation? Read More. Why You Shouldn’t Judge by PnL Alone By @ruslan4ezzz [ 9 Min read ] PnL can lie. This hands-on guide shows traders how hypothesis testing separate luck from edge, with a Python example and tips on how not to fool yourself. Read More. Trust Building is Simple - Here's How By @startupsoftheweek [ 5 Min read ] Win trust, not volume: be helpful and transparent; use interviews, data, and community; avoid salesy fluff. Read More. The Rise of Decentralized Credit – How Gluwa Challenges the Status Quo By @ivyhackwell [ 7 Min read ] Discover how Gluwa is redefining decentralized credit by challenging traditional lending models, driving financial inclusion, and shaping the future of DeFi. Read More. Is Trump Remote Work Enemy #1? By @nebojsaneshatodorovic [ 4 Min read ] Trump is taxing and blocking outsourcing and remote work. Read More. Why COTI's 12.5M Token Loyalty Program Could Reshape How Crypto Projects Reward Users By @ishanpandey [ 9 Min read ] COTI unveils earn platform with 12.5M token rewards. Daily on-chain drops replace traditional airdrops in new loyalty model. Read More. Go: When Should You Use Generics? When Shouldn't You? By @Go [ 9 Min read ] I’ll provide general guidelines, not hard and fast rules. Use your own judgement. But if you aren’t sure, I recommend using the guidelines shown here. Read More. 🧑‍💻 What happened in your world this week? It's been said that writing can help consolidate technical knowledge, establish credibility, and contribute to emerging community standards. Feeling stuck? We got you covered ⬇️⬇️⬇️ ANSWER THESE GREATEST INTERVIEW QUESTIONS OF ALL TIME We hope you enjoy this worth of free reading material. Feel free to forward this email to a nerdy friend who'll love you for it. See you on Planet Internet! With love, The HackerNoon Team ✌️

Author: Hackernoon

2025/10/06

SpaceCoin and the 2.9 Billion Left Offline: A New Dawn for Global Connectivity

SpaceCoin and the 2.9 Billion Left Offline: A New Dawn for Global Connectivity

Nearly 3 billion people still don't have reliable internet. Satellite-based DePIN networks could help by using decentralized infrastructure and blockchain payments. By 2024, 5.5 billion people, or 68% of the world's population, will be online.

Author: Hackernoon

2025/10/06

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