Helium Mobile, a decentralized company that provides wireless mobile services, has partnered with the University of Southern California as a sponsor of the university’s teams, the USC Trojans.
Blockchain-powered company Helium Mobile unveiled the sponsorship deal in advertisement On September 26th. Related platform Helium Network (HNT) said the partnership with the USC Trojans will include stadium branding, giveaways and fan engagement.
Fan experience
According to Helium, the new partnership will include branding and activities during home games for the university’s football and basketball teams for the 2024-25 season. The partnership will also target fan experiences, giving USC Trojans supporters an opportunity to learn about Helium, its community and phone plans. Fans will also learn about Helium Mobile’s hotspots.
The USC community will experience the partnership for the first time on the weekend of September 28 during the USC-Wisconsin football game.
Helium Mobile offers incentives for cryptocurrencies
The Helium Network provides community-powered connectivity, with its product intended for use across some of the most popular apps, including YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. The mobile plan, which is $20 a month for unlimited calls, data and texting, runs on the 5G network.
Helium offers a cryptocurrency rewards program that allows users and Hotspot operators to earn in exchange for helping drive network growth. In June 2023, Helium Mobile unveiled its technology stack licensing program, which aims to create a collaborative ecosystem that enables further growth with manufacturers at the core of connecting more people.
Communications company Telefónica and blockchain-based platform Nova Labs are among several partners helping to fuel Helium Mobile’s expansion. Solana Pay also helped bring mobile payment to Shopify, adding another payment option for Hotspot users.