Many communities still lack reliable internet, from rural villages to city neighborhoods. World Mobile is addressing this by building a network people can operate themselves, with blockchain ensuring it stays open, transparent, and accountable.
World Mobile Chain is the blockchain built for that network. It records usage, moves payments, and protects identity at a global scale. Running as a Layer 3 on Base, which itself runs on Ethereum, it delivers the speed needed for real-time telecom and the security of one of the most trusted blockchains.
In this article, we’ll cover why World Mobile uses a blockchain, how the World Mobile Chain is built and secured, the features that make it work at scale, what the WMTx token does in practice, how to track on-chain activity, and what’s next on the roadmap.
Connect to World Mobile Chain
Mainnet
- Network Name: WorldMobileChain-Mainnet
- Chain ID: 869
- RPC URL:
https://worldmobilechain-mainnet.g.alchemy.com/public - Currency Symbol: WMTX
Testnet
- Network Name: WorldMobileChain-Testnet
- Chain ID: 323432
- RPC URL:
https://worldmobile-testnet.g.alchemy.com/v2/lL2mVVAEGtymbO3cqKH0oRhYjAj0pqWU - Currency Symbol: WOMOX
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1. Why Does World Mobile Need a Blockchain?
Billions of people still live without reliable internet. Large telecom companies avoid low-margin areas, leaving rural communities and entire regions disconnected.
World Mobile takes a different approach. It uses a model called DePIN, where individuals and communities deploy hardware, connect their neighbors, and earn rewards. The goal is to make telecom infrastructure community-owned, not controlled by a few big operators.
To run this model at global scale, the network needs a system that is transparent, secure, and works without a single central authority. That’s the role of the World Mobile Chain.
Unlike general-purpose blockchains, it is built for telecom. Handling call records, bandwidth logs, and millions of micro-transactions every day would overwhelm most public chains with high fees and slow processing. WMC is designed to process this data efficiently and keep costs low while still anchoring to Base for security.
Key reasons for building it
- Verifiable records
Every call, message, and top‑up is logged on‑chain so activity, billing, and rewards can be checked. - Automated economics
Smart contracts handle revenue sharing, fees, and staking rewards, cutting overhead and delays. - Self‑sovereign identity
Decentralized Identifiers let people create portable, user‑controlled IDs, which can unlock services like payments and credit. - Shared ownership
Anyone can help build the network, earn from it, and benefit as it grows. - Data privacy
Users keep control of their personal data and decide what to share and when. - Inclusive by design
People can use the network without needing to handle cryptocurrency directly. Payments can be made in cash, mobile money, or local currency and converted in the background, keeping the experience simple for everyday users.
The old systems were built for control, not for shared ownership or efficiency.
Today, decentralized networks are opening the door to new ways of connecting & creating value.
2. Architecture of WMC
World Mobile Chain is a Layer 3 rollup that runs on Base, which itself anchors to Ethereum. This layered design balances speed for telecom workloads with the security of one of the most trusted blockchains.
It’s built with Arbitrum Orbit, a toolkit for creating custom optimistic rollups. WMC uses this to tailor the network for telecom: processing usage data, handling real-time payments, and supporting millions of daily interactions without bottlenecks.
Think of it like this:
- Ethereum is the foundation, providing global security and trust.
- Base is the high-speed highway on top of that foundation.
- WMC is the express lane above it, designed to move telecom traffic quickly and reliably.
Not all data needs to live directly on-chain. Large volumes of telecom metadata are kept off-chain by EarthNodes, which are independently operated validators. This keeps the data accessible, reduces costs, and prevents clogging the base layers.
In testing, WMC has sustained 500–700 transactions per second, with block times under a second, meeting the demands of a global telecom network.
Node Roles: AirNodes, EarthNodes + Unity Nodes
World Mobile’s network runs on two main types of nodes: AirNodes at the edge and EarthNodes at the core. In partnership with Minutes Network, it has also introduced Unity Nodes, an additional edge layer dedicated to continuous verification and performance testing for any service provider.
AirNodes
AirNodes are physical access points that deliver wireless service for calls, messages, and data. They provide the last-mile link between the user and the network.
Each AirNode:
- Provides local wireless coverage
- Records usage data for each connection
AirNodes are run by individuals, communities, and businesses. They earn rewards based on traffic handled, with some models paying a fixed amount and others varying by usage. While AirNodes don’t produce blocks or join global consensus, they are essential for extending coverage and passing session data to the blockchain.
EarthNodes
EarthNodes form the core processing layer. They don’t provide wireless access; instead, they verify, secure, and manage the data that flows through the network.
Each EarthNode:
- Verifies user identity and authorizes access
- Validates telecom usage (calls, messages, data)
- Submits hashed summaries to the World Mobile Chain
- Runs modular services like VPN, storage, and compute
- Votes on governance proposals through the Earth DAO
Up to 1,000 EarthNodes will operate worldwide. Running one requires holding an EarthNode NFT (ENNFT), locking 100,000 WMTx, and maintaining strict uptime and performance standards to earn rewards.
Unity Nodes: phones that test the grid
Unity turns ordinary phones into test devices for the telecom grid.
License operators run the Unity app. It places short verification calls in the background, checking delivery, quality, stability, spam and fraud signals, and even billing accuracy.
The results are bundled and written to the World Mobile Chain as tamper-proof records. EarthNodes review and anchor these summaries on-chain. Each batch becomes an on-chain transaction, using WMTx for gas and adding steady, real-world activity to the network.
Real work done. Real fees that keep WMC moving.
How It All Works
When a user connects to the World Mobile network, AirNodes handle access and EarthNodes handle verification. Here’s the flow:
- The user connects to an AirNode with their World Mobile eSIM.
- The AirNode checks their balance, then logs the session as they browse or make a call.
- These logs, called IPDRs (Internet Protocol Detail Records), capture details like data used and session duration, similar to an itemized phone bill, but in digital form.
- The AirNode sends the IPDRs to an EarthNode.
- The EarthNode verifies the records and creates a summary.
- That summary is written to the blockchain.
This process leaves a tamper-proof record of activity. If a charge is disputed or a reward claim is questioned, anyone can check the blockchain to confirm what actually happened.
A Layer-3 Design with Dual Rollups
This separation between AirNodes and EarthNodes is intentional. AirNodes operate at the edge, delivering local connectivity and logging each session. EarthNodes handle the heavy processing, and anchoring results to the blockchain.
Together, they form a mobile network where every connection is recorded on a fast, scalable system built for telecom. It works much like the internet, with local providers linked into global infrastructure, but here the model is open, the incentives are shared, and the record is public for anyone to verify or contribute to.
How WMC Stays Fast and Lean at Scale
As more people join the network, the amount of data to process grows quickly. Every connection creates records that must be verified, stored, and settled. Writing all of this directly to the blockchain would slow the system and make it costly to operate.
To avoid that, World Mobile Chain uses rollups, a method where most data processing happens off-chain, and only a small, cryptographic proof of the results is written on-chain.
How the rollup process works
- When a user goes online, AirNodes and EarthNodes record session data.
- EarthNodes check the data and reach agreement on its validity using P-Raft, a fast consensus method.
- The verified records are grouped into Merkle trees, creating a cryptographic fingerprint (Merkle root) for each batch.
- Instead of posting the raw data, the chain stores only the fingerprint, proving the data exists and hasn’t been altered.
- Periodically, WMC anchors its state to Base, a Layer 2 that settles to Ethereum, adding another layer of transparency and security.
By moving bulk processing off-chain and anchoring proofs on-chain, the network can process high volumes at low cost.
The World Mobile Chain is built to scale, designed to grow with its users and meet the needs of a global, connected world.
3. Security and Trust
Telecom networks handle both personal data and financial transactions, so security has to be built in from the start. World Mobile Chain inherits Base and Ethereum’s security and adds protections designed for telecom.
Optimistic Rollup Security
WMC uses an optimistic rollup model, where transactions are assumed valid unless challenged. The chain periodically posts checkpoints to Base. Each checkpoint has a challenge window during which anyone can submit a fraud proof if they detect an error. If a bad state is found, it can be reverted. This approach keeps the network fast while ensuring errors can be caught and corrected.
Most transactions confirm in seconds, with final security guaranteed once the challenge period closes and the batch settles on Base.
Ethereum-Grade Settlement
Because Base anchors to Ethereum, WMC’s final state is stored on Ethereum’s mainnet. This layered approach combines the high throughput needed for telecom with the security of one of the most battle-tested blockchains.
Independent Audits and Testing
Before launch, WMC went through multiple testnets and live simulations. Independent security firms audited all major components for vulnerabilities, cryptographic weaknesses, and compliance with telecom privacy regulations. The chain is also designed to meet standards such as Europe’s eIDAS 2.0, with only encrypted proofs or references stored on-chain, in other words, personal data is never exposed.
Redundancy and Fault Tolerance
EarthNodes and AirNodes are distributed globally. If one node fails, others automatically take over processing or coverage. Even if the main sequencer stops, the chain is not lost. WMC can recover from the latest checkpoint posted to Base.
The World Mobile Chain combines Base’s blockchain security with safeguards built for telecom. It’s been tested, independently audited, and proven to perform as designed.
Ready for the Quantum Era
Quantum computers could one day break the cryptography that protects blockchains and the wider internet. Algorithms like RSA and elliptic curves, safe against today’s machines, may not hold up when quantum hardware scales.
Encrypted traffic can be captured now and decrypted later, putting wallets, transactions, and network records at stake.
World Mobile Chain is preparing early. It’s integrating post-quantum cryptography, including Kyber768 for encryption and ML-DSA65 for signatures, so that identities, sessions, and rewards stay secure well into the future.
WMC is built for today, and ready for tomorrow.
4. Key Features of World Mobile Chain
World Mobile Chain was designed from the ground up for telecom, meeting the demands of speed, scale, low cost, and real-time data processing.
Fast Transactions
Blocks are produced in under a second, typically around 0.5 seconds. Balance checks, logins, and mobile top-ups happen almost instantly, essential for real-time communication and a seamless user experience.
High Throughput and Scalability
In testing, WMC processed over 7 million transactions a day, far more than most public blockchains. By batching events like calls, data sessions, and identity checks before writing to the chain, it can handle millions of daily interactions without slowing down or driving up costs.
Low Fees for Microtransactions
Average transaction costs are just 0.00021 WMTx, fractions of a cent. The network’s efficiency keeps fees stable and predictable, even as usage grows.
Telecom-Grade Data Handling
WMC manages telecom-specific workloads such as identity credentials, usage records, and service authorizations. Its architecture keeps the chain lean while handling high volumes of varied data without service interruptions.
Decentralized and Resilient by Design
AirNodes and EarthNodes are operated by independent participants, separating physical infrastructure from the data validation layer. Consensus and block production run on separate systems, making the network more resistant to outages, censorship, and abuse.
Built-in Services
WMC includes core services that run on-chain and use WMTx for payment:
- Decentralized Identifiers for portable, user-controlled digital IDs
- Distributed storage for secure file backups
- A decentralized VPN for private, encrypted internet access
All are integrated into the same network and token system.
Seamless User Onboarding
The network works for people who have never used cryptocurrency. Payments can be made in cash, mobile money, or local currency, converted to WMTx in the background. A $5 data purchase works just like any mobile top-up, with no wallets or crypto knowledge required. In markets where crypto is common, users can pay in WMTx directly.
Developer Friendly and Interoperable
Built with Ethereum-compatible tools, WMC supports Solidity smart contracts and is live across multiple chains, including Ethereum, BNB Chain, Cardano, Base and Solana. This makes it easier for developers to build cross-chain apps and bring new services to millions of potential users.
Beyond connecting millions, WMC opens the door for developers and startups to build for them.
5. The WMTx Token: Fueling the World Mobile Network
WMTx is the native utility token of World Mobile Chain. It powers transactions, pays for services, drives rewards, and enables governance, keeping the network running and growing.
Gas for Transactions
Like ETH on Ethereum, WMTx is used to pay gas fees on WMC. Every on-chain action costs a small amount of WMTx. These fees go to EarthNodes and stakers, rewarding those who secure and operate the network.
Service Payments and Utility
EarthNode operators earn WMTx by processing data and validating transactions.
Third-party apps that build on WMC also pay in WMTx to use network services.
Unity adds another steady stream of activity. Every verification summary creates new on-chain transactions, using WMTx for gas each time results are committed.
The effect is a simple cycle: customers buy WMTx to access services, operators earn WMTx for keeping them running, and tokens continue to circulate as the network expands.
Access to More Services
Customers can unlock extra features through Premier Rewards, a rewards program that grows with your participation. As you stake more WMTx, your benefits expand: from cashback on phone plans and stronger referral rewards to lifestyle perks, VIP events, and early product access.
Other services can also be paid for with WMTx, including: increased VPN bandwidth, access to distributed file storage, and global travel eSIM data packages.
WMTx is the key to the World Mobile ecosystem, giving customers one token to access connectivity, services, and rewards.
Token Staking
Anyone can stake WMTx to support the network and earn rewards. Staking is available on both EVM and Cardano:
- EVM staking – via the EVM Staking App
- Cardano staking – via The Vault with a Cardano wallet
Cross-Chain and Exchangeability
WMTx exists on multiple blockchains, making it available through major wallets, exchanges, and bridges. This multi-chain design improves liquidity, lowers barriers for new users, and keeps WMTx at the center of both on-chain and real-world activity.
Unlike many tokens, WMTx delivers real utility: powering a sharing economy, rewarding participation, and connecting people.
6. Building on WMC: Applications and Ecosystem Growth
World Mobile Chain isn’t starting from zero. It’s launching with a live telecom network already serving areas where connectivity matters most, and with a growing base of subscribers ready for the apps and services builders bring.
Zanzibar, Tanzania – The First Signal
In 2019, World Mobile began building its network in Zanzibar. Today, more than 700 AirNodes provide coverage across towns, tourist hubs, and marketplaces. Watch the video.
Tanzania – A Village Transformed
That same year, a rural village with no power, internet, or outside contact came online for the first time. A solar-powered mesh network, run by the community, now connects families, schools, and local businesses. Watch the video.
Pakistan – Scaling the Network
Integration with WorldCall has brought over 2 million users online, the largest deployment so far and clear proof the model can scale.
Next comes a wave of expansion
Nigeria – Partnerships in progress
Philippines – Collaboration with DITO Telecommunity, one of the nation’s largest operators
United States – Planned mobile network launch (see plans)
South Korea – Entry into a market with growing demand for privacy, resilience, and utility (details here)
Building for Enterprise, Government, and Developers
With a growing customer base and built-in capabilities, World Mobile Chain is a platform for tackling real-world challenges across industries. Enterprises, governments, and startups are already building on it.
Enterprise and public-sector projects already live or in development:
- SKChain Advisors & PwC Italy – Developing a Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) platform.
- IABG & 51nodes – Tokenizing environmental and geospatial data with sensors that sign readings at the source and anchor proofs on WMC.
- Fraunhofer – Researching AI-assisted network operations at scale.
Opportunities for developers, startups, and service providers include:
- Identity – SSI for secure logins and credential verification
- Telecom marketplaces – Launch private or public MVNOs
- IoT – On-chain tracking of sensor and device data
- Fintech – Payments, remittances, and credit services
Ecosystem builders helping deliver these services:
- 51nodes – Building DePIN and tokenized data projects for European industries.
- Depinity – Managed EarthNode hosting and developer APIs.
- Smart Energy Water – Integrating eSIM activation into global utility management platforms.
Explore the full list of partners and builders: Partnerships and Builders
More than a telecom network, World Mobile Chain is a decentralized infrastructure for the real world, built to power the next generation of applications.
7. Exploring the Network
The Explorer
World Mobile Chain makes its activity transparent and easy to follow. The main entry point is the official blockchain explorer at explorer.worldmobile.io, where anyone can search for transactions, wallet addresses, smart contracts, token balances, and block data as they happen.
Key metrics in the explorer
- Transaction throughput – See how many transactions are processed per block and per second.
- Address growth – Every World Mobile subscriber has at least one on-chain address.
- Usage and IPDR data – While raw IPDR aren’t human-readable, activity trends are visible.
Broader ecosystem metrics
Beyond the explorer, the public Ecosystem Metrics Dashboard provides a monthly snapshot of growth, adoption, and usage across the World Mobile network. It breaks down performance by region and tracks key metrics such as revenue, user activity, AirNode deployments, staking participation, and more.
For deeper insight, the monthly metrics analysis adds context to these numbers, highlighting trends, milestones, and shifts in network performance.
What’s Next for the World Mobile Chain
The World Mobile Chain is now fully live on mainnet, open for anyone to build on, connect to, and explore.
This milestone follows months of real-world testing during the Developer Mainnet phase. Partners, builders, and early adopters have stress-tested the network under production conditions, proving its stability, security, and readiness to scale. Now, anyone can deploy, build and participate.
Start building today — deploy, bridge, explore:
- Bridge: Arbitrum Transporter
- RPC:
https://worldmobilechain-mainnet.g.alchemy.com/public - Explorer: explorer.worldmobile.io
Expanding to Millions of Users
Over 2 million people are already connected to the World Mobile Chain, each with an on-chain identity and verifiable usage records. This growing base is ready for the next wave of services, apps, and integrations.
World Mobile Chain sits where blockchain innovation meets one of humanity’s oldest needs: the ability to connect.