If you have that many connections. You should be raking in the data transfer rewards and earn more? What type of area is the hotspot in?
New PoC Reward System based on Utility Probing
THIS INFORMATION IN SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE NUMBERS ARE NOT SET IN STONE UNTIL THE HRP IS READY.
Helium is introducing a new way to calculate Proof-of-Coverage (POC) rewards called utility probing. Rewards would not be based off the current hex system that exists today. You would still be able to get data transfer rewards. Here's how it should work:
What’s Changing
Probing for UtilityHelium hotspots will broadcast special MNO-compliant Wi-Fi signals (SSIDs) once a week for 24 hours.
During this time, devices from major carrier subscribers will try to connect but will be denied access.
The purpose is to count how many devices attempt to connect at each hotspot location.
Focus on Real UsageThis data will identify which hotspots are in high-demand areas.
POC rewards will prioritize hotspots actually serving users instead of relying on “footfall” data or hex coverage multipliers.
New PoC Reward CalculationRewards will be based on the number of connection attempts during the probing period.
Hotspots with connection attempts will earn rewards according to a tiered system.
Potential Rewards Example: (APPROX HNT PER DAY!)
Rollout Plan
Initial Testing: The U.S. first, with plans to expand worldwide.
Exclusions: Mexico is not included in this phase.
Changes to Current Rules
Removal of CDR Requirements: In the U.S., hotspots will no longer need CDR compliance.
Drawbacks: The removal of CDR might lead to gaming the system, like using fake devices near hotspots to inflate connection attempts.
Why This Matters
This approach shifts focus to rewarding hotspots that provide real utility to users.
It will help identify valuable hotspot locations and eliminate reliance on outdated metrics.
The official docs are here used as reference:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IZV2PkiR3UsfrqRZEP45E6QC6umZT6lFIj-9T8t2V-8/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.snt3cr22qqh0
Rewards Sheet:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Iu-jxdQFp8yoi1QjtSuNoJ3StjOL70h8iDPpzNSpyJ4/edit?gid=222511420#gid=222511420
What do you guys think? 🤔
Helium Wifi
Well, yes, even tho I have 100 connections, I get the same as someone with 15, that's dumb. Waiting for worldwide push.