ARAX and the Municipality of Tuzla have announced a strategic partnership to launch a Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN) project in Romania. The project aims to transform Tuzla into a smart urban hub by implementing intelligent streetlights and other smart city solutions using blockchain, IoT, and AI technologies.
The project will be executed in three phases, starting with planning and feasibility studies. This phase will involve stakeholder engagement, needs assessment, and technical and financial feasibility studies to ensure the project aligns with community needs. The second phase will see the pilot deployment of renewable energy-powered streetlights connected through the Lunaº Mesh network, incorporating blockchain integration for secure, decentralized operations.
Lunaº Mesh operates as a decentralized network where each node is connected to multiple other nodes, ensuring encrypted blockchain-based communication. The Lunaº Mesh Smart Asset Monitoring System enables omnidirectional communication between various assets, enhancing application intelligence and enabling real-time data streaming and monitoring. The third phase focuses on expansion and integration, scaling the network of intelligent streetlights across Tuzla and incorporating additional smart city solutions.
The success of the DePIN project relies on fostering strong private-public partnerships. Collaborating with the municipality and the public will enable the sharing of resources, knowledge, and responsibilities, promoting a shared economy model that incentivizes community engagement. Core Blockchain’s decentralized tech plays a crucial role in underwriting tokens/coins, embedding governance, and enabling secure blockchain-based solutions for urban management and infrastructure development.
The DePIN project in Tuzla represents a transformative approach to urban development, emphasizing sustainability, efficiency, and community involvement. By leveraging ARAX’s solutions, the project aims to set a benchmark for smart cities in Romania. The collaboration between ARAX, the Municipality of Tuzla, and the public is essential for achieving common goals of sustainability, efficiency, and innovation in urban development. This forward-thinking initiative showcases the potential of blockchain, IoT, and AI technologies in creating smarter, more sustainable cities.
