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DePIN

Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) on Neurai let IoT devices participate in on-chain coordination and exchange data without centralized relays. The DePIN messaging protocol in Neurai uses an encryption method that offers military-grade encryption.

What is DePIN?​

DePIN is a model where physical infrastructure is owned, operated, and governed through decentralized mechanisms. On Neurai, this means IoT devices can:

  • Communicate: End-to-end encrypted messaging between devices
  • Operate: Execute policies and transactions without a central broker
  • Verify Identity: Cryptographic proof of device identity and ownership
  • Share Resources: Participate in coordinated networks

Core Components​

Messaging​

Decentralized communication protocol for IoT devices using Neurai wallet keys and ECIES + AES-GCM.

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Send/Receive​

Technical details for depinsubmitmsg and depinreceivemsg, including signing and client-side decryption.

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Tech​

Technical overview of the DePIN Messaging implementation, including pool logic, gateway protocol, and ECIES internals.

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Network Infrastructure​

Decentralized network architecture that enables:

  • Peer-to-peer device communication
  • Distributed data storage
  • Consensus mechanisms for shared state
  • Token-based access control

Device Identity (NeuraID)​

Unique, hierarchical identifiers for IoT devices:

  • Cryptographic device identity
  • Parent-child relationships
  • Multi-level access control
  • On-chain identity verification

Use Cases​

  • IoT Sensor Networks: Distributed sensor fleets that share authenticated data.
  • Energy Microgrids: Local energy systems coordinated by device policies and token rules.
  • Autonomous Vehicles: Vehicle coordination with location proofs and policy-driven access.
  • Smart Agriculture: Farm equipment that reports telemetry and links data to assets.

Benefits of DePIN​

  • Decentralization: No single operator for coordination or access control.
  • Cost Efficiency: Reduced dependence on centralized intermediaries.
  • Privacy: Data can be processed locally with selective disclosure.
  • Resilience: Partial outages do not stop the entire network.

Getting Started​

  1. Setup a Neurai Node: Run a full node or light client
  2. Configure DePIN: Enable DePIN features in your node
  3. Register Devices: Create NeuraID identities for your IoT devices
  4. Join Networks: Connect to existing DePIN networks or create your own
  5. Start Building: Develop applications using DePIN infrastructure

Resources​