美國主要營運商利用 Helium 的去中心化基礎設施

新的合作夥伴關係為將實體網路基礎設施轉向更加去中心化的模式打開了大門。

Large mobile network operators have traditionally dominated the telecommunications industry, controlling the infrastructure and reaping the majority of the profits. However, a shift towards decentralization is gaining momentum, thanks to new technologies like the Helium decentralized infrastructure protocol powered by the Solana network.

大型行動網路營運商傳統上主導電信業，控制基礎設施並獲得大部分利潤。然而，由於 Solana 網路支援的 Helium 去中心化基礎設施協定等新技術，向去中心化的轉變正在獲得動力。

Recently, Helium initiated a collaboration with two major U.S. carriers to test the offloading of their mobile traffic onto the Helium Network. If fully implemented, this move will shift network infrastructure towards a more decentralized model.

最近，Helium 發起了與美國兩家主要營運商的合作，測試將其行動流量卸載到 Helium 網路上。如果完全實施，這項措施將使網路基礎設施轉向更加去中心化的模式。

Major U.S. Carriers Leverage Helium’s Decentralized Infrastructure

美國主要營運商利用 Helium 的去中心化基礎設施

A new partnership has opened the door to moving physical network infrastructure to a more decentralized model. On Friday, August 9, Helium publicly disclosed that it had initiated beta testing with two major, though unnamed, U.S. carriers. The tests showed positive results and are a major step in Helium’s mission to decentralize network infrastructure.

新的合作夥伴關係為將實體網路基礎設施轉向更加去中心化的模式打開了大門。 8 月 9 日星期五，Helium 公開披露，它已開始與美國兩家主要（但未透露名稱）運營商進行 Beta 測試。這些測試顯示出正面的結果，是 Helium 去中心化網路基礎設施使命的重要一步。

The first of these tests began on June 18, 2024, with Carrier 1. According to Helium, Carrier 1 has since connected 185,378 subscribers to the Helium Network, utilizing a network of 23 mobile hotspots. Over the course of the beta period, these subscribers have collectively transferred 2,675 GB of data. This data transfer covers various types of mobile activity, including messaging, streaming, and other internet usage.

第一次測試於 2024 年 6 月 18 日在 Carrier 1 上開始。在測試期間，這些訂閱者總共傳輸了 2,675 GB 的資料。這種資料傳輸涵蓋各種類型的行動活動，包括訊息傳遞、串流媒體和其他網路使用。

One week later, on June 25, 2024, Carrier 2 joined the beta program. Helium reported that Carrier 2 has connected 122,482 subscribers to its decentralized network, with a total data transfer of 1,686 GB. Unlike Carrier 1, Carrier 2 has access to a larger infrastructure, supported by 63 hotspots, enabling the offloading of a greater volume of data.

一週後，即 2024 年 6 月 25 日，Carrier 2 加入測試計畫。 Helium 報告稱，Carrier 2 已將 122,482 個用戶連接到其去中心化網絡，總數據傳輸量為 1,686 GB。與營運商 1 不同，營運商 2 可以存取更大的基礎設施，並由 63 個熱點支持，從而能夠卸載更大量的資料。

How Helium Network Helps Carriers

Helium Network 如何幫助營運商

Helium’s decentralized network allows mobile carriers to offload data traffic onto a distributed array of hotspots. This approach reduces dependence on traditional cell towers and centralized network management. This way, Helium offers lower operational costs, expanded coverage, particularly in underserved areas, and increased network resilience.

Helium 的去中心化網路允許行動營運商將資料流量卸載到分散式熱點陣列上。這種方法減少了對傳統蜂窩塔和集中式網路管理的依賴。透過這種方式，Helium 可以降低營運成本，擴大覆蓋範圍（尤其是在服務不足的地區），並提高網路彈性。

The move marks a step away from Helium’s initial focus on the Internet of Things (IoT) network. Powered by thousands of individual hotspots, the network gained traction due to its promises of passive income. These have been followed by disappointment, as most users failed to achieve a return on investment.

此舉標誌著 Helium 遠離最初專注於物聯網 (IoT) 網路的一步。該網路由數千個個人熱點提供支持，因其被動收入的承諾而受到關注。隨之而來的是失望，因為大多數用戶未能實現投資回報。

Still, after Helium migrated to Solana, the company broadened its focus to networking in general. The Solana migration enabled Helium to process more complex operations and accommodate a larger number of users. This performance is crucial in applications such as supporting major carrier networks.

儘管如此，在 Helium 遷移到 Solana 後，該公司將其重點擴大到了一般網路。 Solana 遷移使 Helium 能夠處理更複雜的操作並容納更多的用戶。這種性能對於支援主要運營商網路等應用至關重要。

On the Flipside

另一方面

Why This Matters

為什麼這很重要

Helium’s collaboration with two major U.S. carriers is critical in transitioning the telecommunications infrastructure to a more decentralized model. It also shows the Helium protocol’s and Solana’s capabilities, which powers it.

Helium 與美國兩家主要營運商的合作對於將電信基礎設施轉變為更去中心化的模式至關重要。它還顯示了 Helium 協定和 Solana 的功能，為其提供動力。

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