Episode description

Ask Messari Copilot: "How does XNet's D-WIN approach differ from Helium's?"

https://messari.io/copilot/share/comparing-d-win-and-helium-0d52047b-1db4-42e1-bc39-9a7a6da027d8

Join Dylan Bane and Kinji Steimetz as they dive into the future of decentralized wireless with Rich DeVaul, co-founder and CEO of XNet, on this episode of Fully Diluted.

Rich shares XNet’s groundbreaking approach to decentralized wireless (D-WIN), how they’re solving mobile coverage challenges with enterprise-grade solutions, and their mission to connect millions through innovative tokenomics and blockchain integration.

Highlights include:

🔹 The difference between XNet and Helium’s business models

🔹 How XNet is transforming mobile networks with cost-effective 5G deployment

🔹The shift to Solana and its impact on XNet’s operations

🔹Insights on tokenomics, governance, and decentralization in telecom

🔹The roadmap for 2025 and beyond

Discover how XNet is bridging the gap between legacy telecom and cutting-edge blockchain technology. Don’t miss this exciting discussion packed with insights on the future of decentralized wireless networks.

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00:00 Introductions

00:57 Origins

08:24 Reducing Cost

20:42 Commercial Strategy

28:23 Why Solana?

32:20 Token Model

37:27 Integrating With Tech

51:22 Future

Hosted by Dylan Bane & Kinji Steimetz of Messari

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