# Wi-Fi + VPN around the globe *Hotpot turns everyday users into part of a living, breathing mesh network. Instead of relying on centralized cell towers or expensive infrastructure, participants run hotspots and share their unused bandwidth* By [Assetux](https://blog.assetux.com) · 2026-04-01 depin, solana, android --- **The Decentralized Mesh WiFi Network That Turns Your Bandwidth Into Global Coverage (With Built-in VPN)** In a world where reliable, private internet is still a luxury in many places—and public WiFi feels like a security nightmare—Hotpot is flipping the script. Built by **Assetux** on **Solana**, Hotpot is a community-powered mesh network that delivers seamless WiFi coverage anywhere, complete with a built-in VPN for privacy and security. No more hunting for spotty signals or paying hefty monthly subscriptions. You connect, you pay only for what you use, and you can even earn by helping build the network. ### How Hotpot Works Hotpot turns everyday users into part of a living, breathing mesh network. Instead of relying on centralized cell towers or expensive infrastructure, participants run hotspots (via the mobile app) and share their unused bandwidth. These connections intersect and overlap to create a decentralized web of coverage that grows stronger as more people join. * **For users needing WiFi**: Open the Hotpot app on your smartphone, connect to the nearest mesh node, and get instant, VPN-protected access. No accounts, no contracts—just seamless global connectivity. * **For hosts sharing bandwidth**: Set up a hotspot and earn **HOTPOT** tokens automatically. The more you contribute, the more you make. Payments are instant and on-chain: 1 GB costs just **$0.10** paid in **$ASX** (Assetux’s utility and governance token), deducted straight from your Solana wallet. Ten percent of every payment is burned, creating built-in deflationary pressure that benefits the entire ecosystem. No middlemen, no recurring fees—pure pay-as-you-go. ### Powered by Solana + Open-Source Tech Hotpot is fully on-chain for settlements, using Solana’s speed and low fees. The project is open source, with the full codebase available on GitHub (backend in Node.js, Vue 3 landing page, and React Native mobile app). Two native SPL tokens power everything: * **$ASX** — Governance, staking, voting, and utility payments. * **$HOTPOT** — Branding and community rewards token. The repo even includes clear setup guides for developers who want to contribute or run their own nodes. ### Why It Matters Hotpot solves real problems: * **Coverage gaps** in rural areas, travel, or crowded events. * **Privacy risks** on public WiFi (solved by the always-on VPN). * **High costs** of traditional mobile data or subscriptions. * **Centralization** — this is a true community grid where users own and expand the network. It’s part of Assetux’s broader vision bridging blockchain, AI, and real-world utility (including Bitcoin on TON integrations elsewhere in their ecosystem). ### Join the Movement * Explore and start earning: [hotpot.assetux.com](https://hotpot.assetux.com) * Check the code: [github.com/Assetux/hotpot](https://github.com/Assetux/hotpot) * Follow updates: [@hotpot\_net on X](https://x.com/hotpot_net) There’s even a live **Galxe Quest** running right now where you can win up to **10,000,000 $ASX** tokens just by engaging with Assetux’s ecosystem. [![User Avatar](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/1e4f676e0c6e4ed28c29bfd19c1fc357940443caa876fa7c189f9856abf0b4f6.png)](https://twitter.com/assetux) [Assetux](https://twitter.com/assetux) [@assetux](https://twitter.com/assetux) [](https://twitter.com/assetux/status/2039236195259912463) [app.galxe.com/quest/Assetux/…](https://t.co/3tBqZ1Sp02) [7](https://twitter.com/assetux/status/2039236195259912463)[ 10:59 AM • Apr 1, 2026 ](https://twitter.com/assetux/status/2039236195259912463) ### Don’t Miss Today’s Live Stream! Hotpot is going live **today (April 1, 2026)** with a special stream alongside **@CyreneAI** and **@assetux**. The team will dive deeper into the mesh network, token economics, upcoming roadmap milestones, and how you can get involved. [![User Avatar](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/77fb5056c8aa96df55ceb213bac47a003cd6e4aa32a21aefa21602d500f308fa.jpg)](https://twitter.com/hotpot_net) [Hotpot](https://twitter.com/hotpot_net) [@hotpot\_net](https://twitter.com/hotpot_net) [](https://twitter.com/hotpot_net/status/2039228769206931533) Find a cozy spot with Wi-Fi and join us today for a live stream with [@CyreneAI](https://twitter.com/CyreneAI) and [@assetux](https://twitter.com/assetux). Stream link TBA! ![](https://pbs.twimg.com/amplify_video_thumb/2038587665948270592/img/PuIGcgypRXe2gmZN.jpg) [7](https://twitter.com/hotpot_net/status/2039228769206931533)[ 10:30 AM • Apr 1, 2026 ](https://twitter.com/hotpot_net/status/2039228769206931533) Keep an eye on their X accounts for the link as soon as it drops. Whether you’re a bandwidth host, frequent traveler, dev, or $ASX holder, this is the perfect chance to ask questions and see the future of decentralized connectivity unfold in real time. Hotpot isn’t just another crypto project—it’s infrastructure you can actually use every day. The mesh is growing, the incentives are aligned, and the network effect is just getting started. Ready to plug in? Head to **hotpot.assetux.com** and become part of the unbreakable web. 🚀 --- *Originally published on [Assetux](https://blog.assetux.com/hotpot-showcase)*