Solana-Based Mobile Network Launches Operations in Unincorporated U.S. Territory

Helium Mobile, a rapidly growing decentralized wireless network based on the Solana blockchain, has announced the launch of its mobile services in the Caribbean and unincorporated U.S. territory, Puerto Rico. The announcement was made via the network’s official Twitter page, where Helium Mobile expressed excitement about bringing its services to the Caribbean island.

Helium Mobile migrated to the Solana blockchain in April 2023 and rolled out its $20 unlimited 5G cellular plan across the U.S. At that time, Noah Prince, the Head of Protocol Engineering at the Helium Foundation, stated that Helium Mobile is a practical and user-friendly application of blockchain technology. The network offers a 5G and IoT service and compensates users with Helium’s native token (HNT) for sharing their network via hotspots.

Prince explained that as the mobile network grows rapidly, integrating a blockchain network became necessary, and Solana provides the ideal technology to support that growth.

Meanwhile, followers of the mobile network have urged the company to extend its operations to the United Kingdom. In response, Helium Mobile stated that it is working tirelessly to ensure its services reach users worldwide.

Earlier, on August 22nd, it was reported that Helium Mobile now allows users to make cryptocurrency payments for its services. This development was made possible with the support of Sphere, a U.S.-based payment infrastructure company. With the adoption of cryptocurrency, Helium Mobile users can now pay for their plans using digital currencies and receive an additional month of free subscription as a bonus.