Proof-of-Coverage 2.0
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Infinet Solutions Documentation
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Introduction:
Proof-of-Coverage (PoC) 2.0 is a critical mechanism that ensures the reliability and integrity of the Infinet network. Unlike traditional PoC systems, Infinet’s PoC 2.0 integrates multi-layer validation, advanced cryptography, and dynamic rewards, offering robust coverage verification while maintaining privacy and incentivizing network growth.
Multi-Layer Validation:
PoC 2.0 introduces a more thorough validation process, using multiple layers of cryptographic challenges. This ensures that only active, reliable devices receive rewards, preventing fraudulent claims and maintaining the quality of network coverage.
Layer 1: Coverage Quality Check: Devices are evaluated based on the consistency and quality of their coverage. Metrics like uptime, signal strength, and geographical spread are considered.
Layer 2: Cryptographic Challenges: The network issues real-time cryptographic challenges to ensure devices are genuinely providing coverage.
Layer 3: Final Validation: Only after passing the first two layers does a device receive rewards, ensuring high reliability and fairness.
PoC 2.0 leverages zk-SNARKs to verify coverage without exposing sensitive information, such as precise device locations or operational data. This allows the network to ensure coverage while maintaining the privacy of operators and participants.
Privacy-Preserving Proofs: zk-SNARKs enable the network to validate coverage data without revealing any underlying information. For example, while the network verifies that a device is operational, it doesn’t reveal the exact GPS coordinates.
Verifiable Without Trust: All coverage claims are validated securely and privately, reducing the risk of malicious actors or data breaches.
Rewards in PoC 2.0 are not static; they adapt based on network demand, regional needs, and environmental factors. This dynamic reward system ensures balanced network growth, incentivizes eco-friendly setups, and prioritizes underserved areas.
Increased Rewards for High-Demand Regions: Areas with high user density or network congestion receive increased rewards, incentivizing coverage expansion.
Eco-Friendly Incentives: Operators using energy-efficient setups or renewable energy sources receive bonus rewards.
Balanced Network Growth: The system prioritizes underserved regions to promote consistent and widespread network coverage.
