If you're tuned into the world of decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN), you've probably heard of Helium. This blockchain-powered project is revolutionizing wireless connectivity, from IoT devices to 5G hotspots. Recently, a tweet from Helium enthusiast and deployer @greatgateholder highlighted some eye-opening stats on Helium's data credit (DC) burn, sparking discussions about the network's growth and token economics.

Data credits, or DCs, are the fuel for Helium's network. They're used to pay for data transfer on the decentralized wireless infrastructure. When DCs are "burned," they're essentially removed from circulation, which can help support the value of Helium's native token, HNT, by reducing supply over time. The tweet points out that Helium is burning almost $350,000 worth of DCs weekly through carrier offload with Helium Mobile—that's an annualized figure of about $18.2 million, and it's still growing at double-digit rates.

Looking at the data shared in the post, Helium Mobile clocked in $31,542.27 in 24-hour DC burn and $226,534.46 over seven days, with a slight dip of -1.3% in growth. Meanwhile, mobile offload carriers showed $17,973.34 in 24 hours and $126,590.11 over the week, boasting a 12.2% growth. These numbers underscore the increasing demand for Helium's decentralized mobile services, where traditional carriers offload traffic to the community-built network for efficiency and cost savings.

The thread dives deeper with community reactions. One user noted that despite the burn, HNT's price hasn't budged much, suggesting ongoing selling pressure. @greatgateholder clarified that a Series A fund holder is winding down, having already sold 10 million HNT with a few million left. This kind of transparency is gold in crypto— it explains short-term market dynamics while the underlying network fundamentals strengthen.

Another comment framed it positively: Helium is now trading at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of around 30, the best in its history. For context, P/E ratios help gauge if an asset is undervalued relative to its earnings. In Helium's case, "earnings" tie back to network usage and burn rates. @greatgateholder agreed, noting it's improving, which could attract more investors eyeing DePIN projects.

This development is a big deal for anyone in blockchain or meme token spaces looking to understand real-world utility. Helium isn't just hype; it's building tangible infrastructure. As carrier offload ramps up, expect more DC burn, potentially boosting HNT's scarcity and value. If you're deploying hotspots or holding HNT, keep an eye on these metrics—they're a pulse on the network's health.

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