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Roam: Building The Decentralized Future of WiFi on Solana
Roam is developing a decentralized WiFi network powered by Solana, combining enterprise-grade hardware with blockchain incentives. Through their ecosystem of WiFi access points, mobile app, and tokenized rewards system, Roam enables anyone to participate in building and accessing a global wireless network. The project has established significant partnerships including the Wireless Broadband Alliance, with their hardware products already supporting OpenRoaming integration. Their dual-token model includes Roam Points for network participation and the upcoming ROAM token for governance and rewards.
Revolutionizing Internet Connectivity
The traditional model of internet connectivity relies heavily on centralized internet service providers and telcos controlling access and infrastructure. Roam is disrupting this paradigm by building a decentralized wireless network where anyone can participate as either a provider or user. By leveraging Solana's high-performance blockchain, Roam creates an efficient marketplace for WiFi connectivity while ensuring seamless access through integration with existing standards like OpenRoaming.
The project represents a significant advancement in the Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN) sector on Solana. Rather than simply tokenizing existing infrastructure, Roam is building entirely new decentralized wireless infrastructure from the ground up. This approach allows for true democratization of internet access while maintaining enterprise-grade quality and security standards.
The Roam Product Ecosystem
Enterprise-Grade Hardware
Roam offers two primary hardware products for network participation. The Roam Baker MAX30 is an enterprise-grade WiFi 6 access point providing coverage up to 150 square meters with speeds reaching 3000 Mbps. It features enhanced security through a TPM chip and delivers twice the signal strength of WiFi 5 devices. This makes it ideal for both home and small business deployments.
The Roam Rainier MAX60 represents their premium offering, designed for larger spaces and commercial applications. Both devices integrate seamlessly with OpenRoaming standards, allowing users to connect automatically without manual authentication across the growing Roam network.
Roam Mobile App
The Roam App serves as the primary interface for network users, enabling seamless connection to OpenRoaming-enabled WiFi hotspots worldwide. Beyond basic connectivity, the app implements a gamified reward system where users earn Roam Points through various activities:
- Network check-ins and active usage
- Hosting hotspots and sharing connectivity
- Completing network validation tasks
- Contributing to community growth initiatives
The app also provides detailed analytics about network usage, rewards earned, and available hotspots in the user's vicinity. This creates an engaging user experience while incentivizing network participation and growth.
How to Use Roam
Getting started with Roam involves a few key steps depending on how you want to participate in the network:
For Network Users
- Download the Roam App from your device's app store
- Create an account and set up your wallet
- Enable OpenRoaming in your device settings
- Connect to available Roam hotspots automatically
- Earn Roam Points through regular check-ins and usage
The app will automatically detect and connect to compatible hotspots in your area, making the experience seamless compared to traditional WiFi networks requiring manual authentication.
For Network Providers
- Purchase a Roam Baker MAX30 or Rainier MAX60 device
- Download the Roam App and create an account
- Follow the hardware setup instructions to deploy your hotspot
- Configure OpenRoaming settings
- Start earning rewards from network participation
Network providers earn enhanced rewards through both direct usage of their hotspots and contribution to overall network coverage.
Earning Opportunities with Roam
Hotspot Hosting
Operating a Roam hotspot represents the primary earning opportunity within the ecosystem. Hosts earn rewards based on several factors:
- Active connection time from users
- Quality and stability of service
- Coverage area provided
- Network utilization rates
These rewards are initially distributed in Roam Points, which can later be converted to ROAM tokens according to the project's tokenomics model.
Network Participation
Users can earn rewards simply by connecting to and validating the network:
- Regular check-ins at hotspots
- Providing network quality feedback
- Referring new users
- Contributing to community initiatives
Staking and Governance
Once the ROAM token launches, holders will be able to participate in network governance and earn additional rewards through staking mechanisms. This creates aligned incentives between network operators, users, and token holders.
The ROAM Token
The ROAM token serves as the primary governance and value capture mechanism for the network. With a total supply of 20 million tokens, ROAM implements a carefully designed distribution model:
- 40% allocated to community rewards and growth
- 25% for development and operations
- 20% reserved for strategic partnerships
- 15% for team and advisors (with vesting)
Token utilities include:
- Governance participation
- Staking rewards
- Network fee discounts
- Enhanced rewards multipliers
- Access to premium features
Roam Points System
Roam Points serve as an intermediary reward mechanism before the full launch of the ROAM token. This innovative approach allows the project to:
- Test and refine reward mechanisms
- Build network effects and adoption
- Ensure fair distribution based on actual participation
- Create sustainable tokenomics through measured conversion rates
Points are earned through various network activities and can be converted to ROAM tokens through the "burning pool" mechanism once launched.
Security and Network Integrity
Roam implements multiple layers of security to protect both users and network operators:
Hardware Security
- TPM chip integration in all devices
- Secure boot processes
- Regular firmware updates
- Hardware-level encryption
Network Security
- OpenRoaming standard compliance
- End-to-end encryption
- Automated threat detection
- Regular security audits
Smart Contract Security
- Multiple independent audits planned
- Bug bounty programs
- Gradual feature rollout
- Regular code reviews
The Team Behind Roam
The Roam team brings together expertise from both traditional telecommunications and blockchain technology. While maintaining some anonymity, key team members have backgrounds from:
- Major telecom infrastructure companies
- Wireless networking standards organizations
- Blockchain development and cryptography
- Hardware manufacturing and supply chain
Roadmap and Future Development
Roam's development roadmap focuses on three key areas:
Network Expansion
- Increasing hotspot deployment globally
- Enhancing OpenRoaming integration
- Developing new hardware products
- Expanding partnership networks
Technical Development
- Launch of ROAM token and governance
- Implementation of advanced staking mechanics
- Enhanced security features
- Improved network optimization
Community Growth
- Educational initiatives
- Ambassador programs
- Developer tools and documentation
- Community governance implementation
What Makes Roam Unique
Roam stands out in the DePIN space through several key differentiators:
Enterprise Integration
Unlike many blockchain projects that operate in isolation, Roam has achieved significant integration with traditional infrastructure through OpenRoaming support and partnerships with established industry players.
Hardware Quality
The project maintains enterprise-grade standards for their hardware offerings, ensuring reliable service delivery rather than prioritizing minimal viable products.
Sustainable Tokenomics
The dual-token model with Roam Points creates a more sustainable ecosystem by allowing for refined reward mechanisms before full token launch.
Real World Utility
Roam addresses a genuine market need for improved wireless connectivity while creating opportunities for community participation in infrastructure development.
Contents
- Revolutionizing Internet Connectivity
- The Roam Product Ecosystem
- How to Use Roam
- Earning Opportunities with Roam
- The ROAM Token
- Roam Points System
- Security and Network Integrity
- The Team Behind Roam
- Roadmap and Future Development
- What Makes Roam Unique
Project Assets
Roam Points ()
Roam points are reward tokens earned through network participation, check-ins, and WiFi hosting that can be converted into Roam tokens.
ROAM (ROAM)
ROAM will be a utility token for Roam's decentralized WiFi network, used for rewards conversion and network participation incentives with a total supply of 20M tokens.
Project Products
Roam App
Roam App is a mobile application that connects users to OpenRoaming WiFi hotspots worldwide while earning Roam Points through check-ins and network participation.
Roam Baker MAX30
Roam Baker MAX30 is an enterprise-grade WiFi 6 access point offering 150㎡ coverage, speeds up to 3000 Mbps, enhanced security with TPM chip, and 2X stronger signal than WiFi 5.
