DePIN - A New Paradigm in Crypto (11 minute read)
This article gives an overview of the DePIN space, a new sector in cryptocurrency that pertains to Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks. After an initial surge in prices, DePIN projects seem primed for promising future growth. The broad category encompasses both physical and digital resources. Its benefits include resource efficiency, lower barriers to entry, and decentralization. This article highlights several DePIN projects, including Filecoin, Helium, and Shadow.