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Oh I have a list of concerns about this project, I don’t think the people of Dawn have thought it through. The main point of BB is Dawn and the selling of your bandwidth to your neighbors or something. Basically it’s pirating your ISP, we’re I live nobody is interesting in that. So for me it’s only for the DiPIN projects. One of the partners projects is rumord to be scammer, one is half dead, one is not applicable (not available in my country and I’m not a cafe or restaurant) and another is a legal risk. I ask about it and got the impression that they haven’t thought it through. That the DiPIN hub is more a marketing gimmick than something serious they have looked into.
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This is the latest info about it
I. Core Concept & Hardware
What is the Black Box?,
A multi-functional crypto-router merging digital infrastructure (Wi-Fi, compute, storage, networking) into one device.,
Origin: Evolved from Dawn’s need for a decentralized broadband node → became a "nexus point" for DePIN protocols.,
Vision: Empower households to build the future internet ("one box that does it all").,
Key Hardware Features:,
Upgradable Wi-Fi 6/7/8 cards (first future-proof router).,
Dual-mode operation:,
Local sharing: Neighbors share one internet bill (e.g., 4 users save ~$128/month each).
Long-range: Outdoor antennas extend coverage up to 6–7 miles ($400 antenna covers thousands of homes).
GPU slots: Larger GPUs support more protocols (RTX 3060 to 4090 options).,
Power: ~300-400W (~$35/month at 12¢/kWh).,
II. Software, Use Cases & Market Disruption
Consumer Experience:,
App Store Model: Mobile app toggles DePIN protocols (Helium, Filecoin, etc.) with one click.,
Dawn Explorer: Transparent marketplace for bandwidth pricing/performance comparison.,
2.User Benefits:
Become a micro-ISP: Set custom rates, share bandwidth, earn rewards.,
Cost Savings: Split bills with neighbors (VLAN-segmented networks).,
Bandwidth Agnostic: Works with any source (Comcast, Starlink, fiber, etc.).,
Market Disruption:,
Targets ISP monopolies: Creates infinite local ISPs → drives competition.,
Solves "internet deserts": Bridges coverage gaps (e.g., low-income areas pay more for worse service).,
Peer-to-Peer Protocol: Dawn automates delivery/billing; users control pricing.,
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III. Ecosystem Strategy & Future Roadmap
DePIN Integration:,
10+ partners announce (e.g., Helium Mobile for PassPoint roaming in US/Mexico).,
"Costco for DePIN": One device replaces fragmented hardware → cheaper/more efficient.,
Developer-friendly: Proxmox virtualization supports custom VMs (firewalls, Windows, gaming).,
Early Adopter Perks:,
Founders Edition: Exclusive NFTs, swag, and "mystery rewards" for first buyers.,
Order: shop.dawninternet.com (accepts SOL + fiat).,
2025 Roadmap:,
Global Explorer: Map optimal node locations + bounty programs for deployment.,
Data Center Partnerships: Urban users tap into cheap wholesale bandwidth.,
Web2 Expansion: Position DePIN as competitive alternative to AWS/cloud providers.,
Key Quotes
Neil (CEO): "We’re turning users into micro-ISPs. The Black Box is the nexus point for the internet’s future – where households power the ecosystem.",
James (CPO): "Our app store abstracts complexity. Whether you’re a grandma or crypto-native, you can run DePIN protocols in one tap.",
Why This Matters
For Users: Monetize idle resources (bandwidth/compute) while upgrading home Wi-Fi.,
For DePIN: Solves the "hardware fragmentation" problem → accelerates adoption.,
For Web3: Bridges crypto and real-world utility (affordable internet, decentralized infra).,
TLDR: The Black Box is a Wi-Fi router on steroids – share bandwidth with neighbors, run 10+ DePIN protocols, earn rewards, and disrupt ISP monopolies. Think "Starlink for peer-to-peer internet" meets "Apple’s ecosystem simplicity."