Deeper Network is a decentralized blockchain platform that integrates security, blockchain technology, and a sharing economy to support Web3 infrastructure.^[1][2]

Overview

Deeper Network Inc., founded in Silicon Valley in 2018 by Russell Liu, aims to develop a decentralized internet infrastructure that integrates blockchain, network security, and a sharing economy. The company focuses on enhancing user privacy by allowing individuals control over their data and access to global network information.

Deeper Network operates a peer-to-peer network with over 175,000 nodes and its 6th generation hardware unit, Deeper Connect. Built on Polkadot, the project was selected for the Substrate Builder's Program and awarded a Web3 grant to contribute to Polkadot's infrastructure.^[3][1][2][4]

History

2018

Deeper Network was founded in 2018 in Silicon Valley, aiming to develop technologies like AtomOS, a lock-free network operating system, and the Trident Protocol, a decentralized communication protocol using blockchain. The company also created the Deeper Connect prototype, a home security gateway based on blockchain.^[3]

2019

In 2019, Deeper Network launched its public testnet, utilizing the Proof of Credit (PoCr) consensus algorithm to encourage fair participation in blockchain mining, with over 1,000 users and 200 paying nodes involved. The company aimed to establish partnerships with organizations such as Harmony, NKN, and SWFT, completed its seed round financing, and released Deeper Connect Lite.^[3]

2020

In 2020, Deeper Network completed its Pre-A round financing with support from Gobi China, YOUBI Capital, and UVA. The company developed the Deeper Connect Mini, which was showcased at CES 2020, and aimed to partner with Republic incubator, NKN, and China Mobile to research cybersecurity products for smart homes.

The Mini launched on Indiegogo, attracting over 10,000 backers and generating more than $1.45 million in sales. Deeper Network was accepted into the Substrate Builders Program and aimed to develop the Deeper Connect Nano, a smaller, cost-effective device.^[3]

2021

In 2021, Deeper Network aimed to establish partnerships with SevenX, Spark Digital Capital, and others while launching the DPR testnet with its Proof of Credit (PoCr) framework. The company released the fifth-generation Deeper Connect Nano and developed the sixth-generation Deeper Connect Pico, which included updates for Wi-Fi support.

A mobile app for connecting to the DPN network was completed, along with cross-chain bridges between Ethereum, BSC, and Deeper Chain. Liquidity staking for DPR markets was resumed, and the company introduced an encrypted ads filter function.^[3]

2022

In 2022, Deeper Network launched offline promotions and integrated an EVM and WASM dual-contract platform. The company aimed to introduce a $DPR burn mechanism and added on-chain utilities, including API-sidecar and Blockscout. Support for Wi-Fi relay mode was implemented, alongside Basic Mining 2.0 rules and a series of Deeper Chain NFTs.

Deeper Network aimed to expand its node network by 200%, reaching over 80,000 nodes in more than 150 countries, while raising over $2.72 million through Indiegogo and Kickstarter. The company also introduced the EZC stablecoin credit, a decentralized oracle, and the Decentralized Edge Computing Platform (DEP). Additionally, subscription-based DPN mobile apps for iOS and Android were developed.^[3]

2023

In 2023, Deeper Network introduced the Deeper Connect Air. The company aimed to launch the Advertising Decentralized System Credit (ADSC), a project intended to transform traditional online advertising models.^[5][6]

Products

Deeper Chain

Deeper Chain is a blockchain platform developed on the Substrate framework that aims to enhance decentralized networks. It seeks to provide a secure and scalable environment for decentralized applications (dApps) and smart contracts.

Key objectives include ensuring security, achieving high transaction throughput, maintaining low latency, facilitating interoperability among different blockchain networks, and enabling community-driven governance.^[10][11]

Deeper Connect

Deeper Network provides the Deeper Connect, a blockchain-based solution aimed at enhancing internet security and freedom. Its plug-and-play setup requires no technical knowledge and offers features such as censorship circumvention and cyberattack protection.

The product line includes the Lite, Mini, Nano, and Pico versions, each designed to function as a node in a decentralized network and a firewall, ensuring user data security while blocking ads.^[7]

AtomOS

Deeper Network provides AtomOS, a lock-free network operating system that aims to deliver high availability, performance, and scalability. This operating system serves as the foundation for Deeper Connect's network security features.^[7]

Trident Protocol

Deeper Network's Trident Protocol aims to provide a decentralized communication framework that enhances security and user experience. It employs adaptive tunneling and intelligent routing to address network censorship, secure data transmissions, optimize bandwidth usage, and reduce delays. The protocol incorporates technologies such as data encryption and congestion control to achieve these objectives.^[7]

IP Multiplexing

Deeper Network's IP multiplexing technology aims to facilitate a seamless plug-and-play experience for Deeper Connect devices by automatically adapting their IP addresses, eliminating the need for manual configuration.^[7]

Decentralized Private Network (DPN)

The Decentralized Private Network (DPN) is a peer-to-peer bandwidth-sharing network that aims to bypass censorship and maintain user privacy. It operates as a serverless and distributed system, which helps prevent data logging or hacking.

In this network, node operators serve as both clients and servers, receiving rewards for contributing bandwidth, which aims to enhance network robustness. DPN functions as a significant application within the Deeper blockchain ecosystem, promoting a decentralized sharing economy and personal data sovereignty.^[7]

Advertising Decentralized System Credit (ADSC)

The Advertising Decentralized System Credit (ADSC) aims to enhance online advertising within the Deeper Network through decentralized technologies. It seeks to improve user control over personal data while allowing advertisers to reach their target audiences effectively.

Integrated with the Deeper Network's Decentralized Private Networks (DPNs), ADSC enables users to earn tokens through ad interactions, potentially creating a new revenue stream. Its blockchain foundation aims to ensure transparency and reduce fraud risks, while its modular design supports scalability and future integration.^[5]

Decentralized Edge Platform (DEP)

The Decentralized Edge Platform (DEP) aims to utilize Deeper device nodes for decentralized task execution. Each node monitors events and initiates workflows based on specific application parameters.

Nodes are designed to support various Web2 and Web3 applications, enabling them to earn rewards by offering services. The DEP facilitates the development of new application forms, such as predictive services and mailing systems.^[7]

D-tube

D-tube is a decentralized video platform that aims to empower content creators within a Web3 framework. By utilizing the security features of the Decentralized Edge Platform (DEP), it provides secure data storage and efficient traffic distribution.

In contrast to traditional Web2 platforms, D-tube seeks to enhance creator autonomy through off-chain operations and on-chain NFT certificates. It employs watch-and-earn and create-and-earn mechanisms to promote engagement from creators and their audiences, thus fostering a decentralized creative environment.^[7]

D-chat

D-chat is a decentralized Web3 chat application that utilizes the Decentralized Edge Platform (DEP) for efficient node deployment and the Decentralized Private Network (DPN) for secure messaging. It aims to provide users with greater control over their identity and data, allowing them to manage account permissions and monitor chat content.

By integrating off-chain encrypted tunnels with on-chain identity authentication, D-chat seeks to ensure that users maintain ownership of their digital content. As the Deeper community expands, D-chat plans to introduce programs that may encourage developers and broaden its application offerings.^[7]

Deeper GPT

Deeper GPT serves as an AI assistant designed to provide information about Deeper Network's products and services. It aims to offer accurate guidance and assist users with their inquiries, inviting questions for support at any time.^[8]

Tokenomics

Deeper Network Token ($DPR)

DPR, the native token of Deeper Network, aims to utilize NPoW (Proof-of-Credit) for incentives, while EZC functions as a non-transferable internal stablecoin. DPR can be used in external markets, and a halving mechanism aims to reduce mining rewards by half for every 1 billion DPR issued, promoting sustainability and user participation.^[7]

Allocation

The total supply of Deeper Tokens (DPR) is 10 billion, with the allocation structured as follows:

• Community: 60%
• Private Token Sales: 20%
• Team: 10%
• Market Operations, Cooperation, and Token Treasure: 5%
• Core User IDO: 5%

Unsold DPR tokens aim to be redirected to the mining pool and bounty projects for community participants.^[7]

Utility

DPR tokens serve several functions within the Deeper Network ecosystem:

• Decentralized Private Network (DPN): Users can earn DPR by sharing idle bandwidth, which aims to incentivize participation and improve network performance.
• Decentralized DNS Services: DPR enables users to purchase decentralized domain names, allowing for ownership without reliance on central authorities.
• Decentralized Cybersecurity Services: Users can use DPR to obtain Deeper nodes as firewalls, aimed at protecting against cyberattacks. Additionally, users may earn DPR by contributing to network security.
• Decentralized Gateway Services (dApp Store): Developers are required to stake DPR to host dApps, which can also accept DPR as payment. Deeper aims to collect a service fee from these transactions.

Furthermore, DPR can be staked to enhance credit accumulation and used as gas for executing smart contracts on the Deeper Chain.^[9]

Governance

Deeper Network employs on-chain governance, which allows users to vote on proposals based on credit scores rather than tokens. Users are eligible to vote if their credit score meets a specified threshold, aiming to reduce the influence of large stakeholders. This approach requires time and effort to build credit scores, promoting a more equitable governance structure among users while still enabling larger contributors to maintain proportional voting power.^[7]