Introduction

Up Network is creating the world’s first decentralized mobile infrastructure network (DeMIN) powered by Movement. It aims to enable 3.3 billion Android devices to join this decentralized network as lite nodes, allowing regular smartphones to function with enhanced Web3 capabilities, creating a more democratic and inclusive digital ecosystem.

Background

The smartphone market, while lucrative and expansive, is built on the backs of users who see little benefit from their own contributions.

The global smartphone market has grown exponentially, with 4.88 billion users worldwide, accounting for 60.42% of the global population as of 2023. Android alone serves 3.3 billion of these users, underscoring its dominance. This massive user base has fueled the industry’s financial success, with smartphone sales revenue hitting $409 billion in 2023. Moreover, the app economy, dominated by platforms like the Apple App Store and Google Play, has generated an additional $136.3 billion in revenue. However, beneath these impressive figures lies a concerning reality for users, where:

• Users pay the full price for smartphones but get zero rewards.

• User data is constantly harvested, yet they receive no compensation.

• Users fund in-app purchases but have no voice in what apps get featured or how rewards are distributed.

• Smartphones are still lagging behind in Web3 integration.

It’s time to return control and rewards to the community.

Mission Statement

Our mission is simple: return ownership, rewards, and control to the people. We’re creating the most decentralized, democratized network the world has ever seen. It’s a movement—uniting 3.3 billion Android users to break free from centralized control and build a mobile ecosystem where every voice matters, and every action is rewarded.

Vision Statement

We envision a future where the community leads, and power belongs to the many, not the few. This isn’t just another shift; it’s a revolution in your hands. A people-powered network, built by and for the people, where every user is a stakeholder, and together, we shape the digital world of tomorrow.