World Mobile and Protelindo Launch Stratospheric Connectivity Platform Powered by Hydrogen and Blockchain

World Mobile, a blockchain-driven telecommunications firm, has announced a strategic partnership with Protelindo, Indonesia’s leading digital infrastructure provider, to launch a new stratospheric connectivity platform [1]. The initiative, known as World Mobile Stratospheric, employs hydrogen-powered, high-altitude aircraft capable of operating at up to 20,000 meters. These aircraft are designed to provide direct-to-handset telecommunications services, bypassing the need for extensive ground-based infrastructure [2].

The technology has already undergone field trials with partners such as BT in the UK, Deutsche Telekom in Europe, and in the Middle East, where the aircraft demonstrated the capacity to support up to 500,000 concurrent mobile connections [1]. The project emphasizes significant operational and environmental advantages, including up to 99% less environmental impact compared to traditional telecom infrastructure [2].

At the heart of the platform is World Mobile’s blockchain token, WMTX/USD, which supports a decentralized sharing-economy model. CEO Micky Watkins highlighted the integration of aerospace technology with token-driven economics as a key innovation, stating that the approach allows for a more sustainable and scalable network [1]. Protelindo, with its extensive coverage of Indonesia’s archipelago, views the technology as a critical advancement for improving access in rural and remote regions [2].

The platform’s design not only supports telecommunications but also opens potential for other applications in the stratosphere, such as environmental monitoring or disaster response. World Mobile is positioning itself as both a complement and an alternative to traditional telecom providers, particularly in areas where connectivity remains inconsistent [1].

Despite some skepticism within the traditional telecom sector regarding the practicality and adoption of blockchain, World Mobile remains optimistic about the long-term viability of its model. The aircraft’s endurance and payload capabilities are seen as enablers for broader use cases in future deployments [2].

World Mobile and Protelindo have not disclosed financial terms of the partnership or specific implementation timelines. However, the launch of the aircraft and the establishment of the platform represent a significant step toward achieving global connectivity goals. As the project develops, industry observers will be closely monitoring its scalability, performance, and long-term sustainability [1].

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[1] Blockchain Meets The Stratosphere: World Mobile ... (https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/08/47005488/blockchain-meets-the-stratosphere-world-mobile-launches-high-altitude-connectivity-aircraft-with-protelindo)

[2] World Mobile Launches High-Altitude Connectivity Aircraft ... (https://www.coinlive.com/en/news-flash/867671)