A Helium miner, or hotspot, is a specialized device that supports network operations by facilitating radio coverage for IoT devices, transmitting data, validating transactions, and earning HNT tokens.

When a user buys a Helium Hotspot ($495), they become like a miniature cell tower in a peer-to-peer wireless internet network that connects small, low-power devices like pet collars and scooter ...

It's Helium's free plan that's likely to draw the most attention, as 3GB of data is a pretty sizable chunk to offer customers ...