#027 - Decoding DePIN, Part 2: How to spot a good DePIN
Welcome back to the DePIN Hub Newsletter, where we're saving you from aping into yet another 'revolutionary infrastructure solution' 🙈
Last week, we taught you how to spot a true DePIN. This week, we're leveling up — we’ll walk you through how you can identify the GAME-CHANGERS 🚀
🔍 Inside this must-read post:
🖇️ The hidden traits of game-changing DePIN projects (90% get this wrong 🤷)
🖇️ Mawari, Helium, and Hivemapper as case studies — lessons from DePIN legends
🖇️ Your practical guide to evaluating DePIN projects like a pro
👉 Read now or risk FOMO: it’s on our blog!
Pssst! 2 now out in this series — we're unveiling something at the end that could redefine your DePIN analysis forever. Your future self will thank you. 🤫💎
DePIN Hub Leaderboards 🏅
Growth statistics of some standout DePIN projects based on social metrics and token price.
In the News 📰
🔔 Ambient deploys blockchain-based air quality sensors in Los Angeles' Japanese Village Plaza
🔔 C4E partners with Native to bring Bitcoin liquidity to energy & e-mobility products
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How to spot a GOOD DePIN 🔍
Last week — with your help (thanks!) — we took a jab at defining what DePIN truly is and how to catch the real ones amongst the wannabes.
Now, we're tackling another scalding topic: Which of these projects are the actual GOOD ones? 👀💸
(We’re half-joking.)
What we mean to say is… How do you identify DePIN projects that are built to last?
We're breaking down the three critical factors we think make the winning DePIN projects what they are, using real success stories from Mawari, Helium, and Hivemapper to show you exactly what to look for.
This isn't just theory — it's your sneak peek into our upcoming project that could save you from costly investment mistakes and help you spot the next big winners early.
If you're serious about making money in DePIN, you can't afford to miss these insights (especially with our game-changing initiative dropping soon). 💰🔍
In our full blog post, we dive deep into:
📎 The often-overlooked fundamentals that separate long-term winners from short-lived hype (plus how to spot them early) 🎯
📎 Why market dynamics matter more than token price – and how to evaluate if a DePIN project's economics actually make sense 📈
📎 The truth about tokenomics and community metrics: what to look for beyond Discord members and Twitter followers 💸
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Surprise. You can now watch and listen to our newsletters in the background as you enjoy your daily grind. 💪
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In the world of DePIN, you snooze, you lose—so hit that notification bell. 🔔
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Parting Words 👋
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