Physical connectivity
AirNodes connect people and support the physical telecom network.
What is World Mobile?
World Mobile is building a mobile network that combines community-operated telecom infrastructure, partner networks and blockchain technology. The aim is to expand connectivity while allowing more people and businesses to take part in running the network.
What makes World Mobile different?
Most mobile networks are built and operated mainly by telecom companies. World Mobile uses a sharing-economy model that lets independent operators, hosts and partners take part in providing network infrastructure and share in the value created when it is used.
How the World Mobile network works
- 01
People connect
People use World Mobile services such as phone plans, travel eSIMs or local internet access, depending on the market. World Mobile can combine its own infrastructure with partner networks to provide the service.
- 02Physical network
AirNodes support the connection
AirNodes are physical telecom devices. Depending on the type, they can provide wireless coverage or distribute connectivity to other parts of the network. Independent operators can take part in running them and may earn rewards under the terms of their programme.
- 03Blockchain layer
The chain records and processes activity
World Mobile Chain provides the blockchain layer. EarthNodes help run and secure it, process transactions and network data, and support other services across the World Mobile ecosystem.
Why the sharing economy matters
Instead of one company having to own and operate every part of the infrastructure, World Mobile allows local operators, hosts and partners to take part. The model is designed to help networks grow where there is demand while sharing some of the value with the people helping to build and run them.
Built for underserved places and established markets
World Mobile’s mission includes improving connectivity in places that are offline or poorly served. The same model is also being used in established telecom markets, where World Mobile infrastructure can work alongside partner networks and other existing infrastructure.
Where blockchain fits
Blockchain brings telecom to the modern era.
AirNodes provide the physical connectivity. World Mobile Chain records and processes network activity, while EarthNodes help verify data, process transactions and offer distributed, resilient data services.
Distributed data services
World Mobile Chain and EarthNodes verify data, process transactions and support resilient network services.
Explore World Mobile
Use the network
Explore World Mobile services and compare available phone plans.
Help build the network
Learn what AirNodes do, how operators participate and how rewards can work.
Understand the technology
Learn how World Mobile Chain and EarthNodes process transactions and help secure network activity.