Whitepaper

Technical Documentation

Comprehensive documentation on the technology, economic model, and vision of UPGO.IO for a decentralized bandwidth sharing system on Solana.

VERSION 1.0JANUARY 2026UPGO.IO PROTOCOL

Abstract

UPGO.IO introduces a decentralized bandwidth sharing protocol built on the Solana blockchain, enabling individuals and organizations to monetize unused internet bandwidth through a P2P relay network. The protocol leverages Solana's high throughput and low transaction costs to create a sustainable ecosystem where participants earn $BNC tokens for contributing network resources.

The Relay Leaf SDK provides cross-platform deployment supporting over 10 programming languages on Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android. Key features include: automatic node discovery via a distributed discovery service, YAMUX stream multiplexing for efficient connection handling, built-in proxy support (SOCKS5/HTTP), and automatic reconnection with exponential backoff.

This document presents the full technical specifications, economic model with $BNC token distribution, and development roadmap for the decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) enabling global-scale bandwidth sharing.

01
Executive Summary

Vision

UPGO.IO aims to become the world's largest decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) for bandwidth sharing. By allowing anyone with an internet connection to participate in the network, we democratize access to distributed computing resources while creating a new source of passive income for participants.

The Problem

Billions of internet users have unused bandwidth going to waste
Centralized bandwidth providers charge high fees with limited geographic coverage
There is no easy way for individuals to monetize idle network resources

Solution

Relay Leaf SDK

Cross-platform SDK supporting over 10 programming languages for easy integration

P2P Relay Network

Decentralized network with automatic node discovery and intelligent routing

$BNC Token

Solana-based token for rewards, governance, and network access

Security & Privacy

End-to-end encryption with cryptographic verification, security audited

Key Metrics

5,000+
Active Nodes
2.8 TB
Bandwidth/Day
12,500+
SDK Downloads
10+
Languages

How It Works

STEP 01
Install & Connect

Download the UPGO app or integrate the SDK. Just one click to start sharing bandwidth.

STEP 02
Share Bandwidth

The app automatically shares idle bandwidth through a secure global P2P relay network.

STEP 03
Earn Rewards

Accumulate points and receive $BNC tokens directly to your Solana wallet based on contributions.

02
Market Analysis

DePIN Market Overview

The Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) sector is one of the fastest-growing segments in the blockchain industry. DePIN projects leverage blockchain technology to coordinate the deployment and operation of physical infrastructure through token-based incentive mechanisms.

$32B+
DePIN Market Cap
650+
DePIN Projects
125%
YoY Growth

Bandwidth Sharing Industry

The global bandwidth sharing and proxy services market is experiencing strong growth driven by increasing demand for distributed computing, web scraping, ad verification, and geo-distributed content delivery. Traditional centralized providers face scalability limitations and geographic coverage constraints that decentralized networks can address.

Strategic Partners

S
Solana

Blockchain infrastructure partner providing the foundation for the decentralized protocol

G
Grass

DePIN partner - decentralized web scraping and bandwidth marketplace

N
NodePay

DePIN partner - AI-powered bandwidth sharing platform

G
Gradient

DePIN partner - decentralized edge computing network

Target Markets

Node Operators: Individuals with idle bandwidth looking to earn passive income
Developers: Building applications that require distributed bandwidth
Enterprises: Needing scalable proxy/bandwidth solutions
Web3 Projects: DApps requiring decentralized infrastructure
03
Technical Architecture

System Overview

The technical architecture of UPGO.IO consists of three core components working together to deliver a scalable, secure, and efficient bandwidth sharing network.

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Relay Leaf SDK

The Relay Leaf SDK is the core client library that enables nodes to participate in the UPGO network. Built with native Rust/C++ libraries for maximum performance, with language bindings for over 10 programming languages.

Supported Platforms
PlatformArchitectureStatus
Windowsx64, x86Active
Linuxx64, ARM64Active
macOSARM64, x64Active
AndroidARM64-v8a, ARMv7a, x86_64Active
iOSARM64Q3 2026
Language Bindings
Python
3.7+
Node.js
14+
Go
1.18+
C#/.NET
6+
Rust
1.60+
C/C++
C11/C++17
Ruby
2.7+
Java
11+
Kotlin
1.6+
Flutter/Dart
3.0+
Core API
create()Initialize an SDK instance with optional verbose logging
set_partner_id()Set Partner ID for authentication and reward tracking
add_proxy()Add a SOCKS5 or HTTP proxy (format: socks5://host:port)
start()Connect to the P2P relay network
stop()Gracefully disconnect from the network
get_stats()Retrieve real-time network statistics
is_connected()Check the current connection status

P2P Relay Network

YAMUX Multiplexing

Stream multiplexing protocol enabling multiple concurrent streams over a single connection, reducing overhead and increasing throughput.

Automatic Discovery

Automatic node discovery via a distributed discovery service to select optimal nodes based on latency and availability.

Proxy Support

Built-in SOCKS5 and HTTP proxy support for routing connections through intermediate servers when needed.

Auto-Reconnect

Automatic reconnection with exponential backoff ensures network stability and continuous uptime for nodes.

Solana Integration

UPGO leverages the Solana blockchain for token management, reward distribution, and governance. Solana was chosen for its high throughput (65,000+ TPS), low transaction costs (averaging $0.00025), and sub-second finality β€” essential factors for real-time bandwidth reward calculations.

04
Tokenomics

$BNC Token Overview

BNC
Token Name
1B
Total Supply
SPL
Solana Network
Q1 2026
TGE

Token Distribution

Node Rewards300M BNC
30%
Investors (ICO/VC)250M BNC
25%
Ecosystem & Development120M BNC
12%
Team & Advisors80M BNC
8%
Treasury80M BNC
8%
Marketing50M BNC
5%
Liquidity & CEX50M BNC
5%
Market Maker70M BNC
7%

Token Utility

Bandwidth Rewards

Earn $BNC by sharing internet bandwidth. Rewards are calculated based on uptime, bandwidth contributed, and node performance.

Governance Rights

$BNC holders participate in protocol governance, voting on network parameters, feature development, and treasury allocation.

Staking

Stake $BNC to earn additional rewards, gain priority node selection, and access enhanced earning multipliers.

Network Access

Use $BNC to purchase bandwidth, proxy services, and premium features for enterprises and developers.

Exchange Listings (Planned)

Gate.io
Q1 2026
MEXC
Q1 2026
Binance
Q4 2026
Coinbase
Q4 2026
05
Development Roadmap

UPGO.IO follows a development roadmap focused on rapid iteration and community-driven growth.

Q3 2025Completed
Research & Architecture
DePIN research and P2P architecture design
YAMUX multiplexing integration
Solana smart contract design
Discovery Service v1 development
Q4 2025Completed
SDK Development & Beta
Relay Leaf SDK v1.0 (Rust/C++ native)
Bindings: Python, Node.js, Go, C#, Rust, C++
Native libraries for Windows, Linux, macOS
Private beta with 500+ users
Android support (Java/Kotlin/Flutter)
UPGO.IO website
Q1 2026In Progress
Public Launch & TGE
Mainnet deployment & TGE
Desktop & mobile applications
Gate.io & MEXC listings
Target 10,000+ nodes
Q2-Q4 2026Upcoming
Ecosystem Expansion
iOS application
Staking & DAO governance
Enterprise API
Tier-1 exchange listings
06
Team & Governance

Decentralized Governance

UPGO.IO is committed to progressive decentralization. While the core team drives initial development, governance will transition to the community through the UPGO DAO. Token holders will be able to propose and vote on protocol upgrades, treasury allocation, and strategic partnerships.

Core Values

Decentralization

Building infrastructure with no centralized points of control

Fair Economics

Transparent token distribution and equitable rewards

Privacy First

Protecting user data through encryption and minimal data collection

Safety & Verification

Cryptographic verification and distributed consensus

Contact

General Inquiries: [email protected]

Partnerships: [email protected]

Developer Support: GitHub Repository

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This whitepaper is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Please read the Token Disclaimer before participating in the UPGO network. All information is subject to change.