Peaq Human Node protocol and PHN token paper.
PHN is a dual-chain verified-human DePIN protocol by Skymetric Consulting LLP. 200,000,000 PHN total — 100M on Peaq Mainnet (live) + 100M on BNB Smart Chain (deploying). The project combines wallet identity, machine participation, staking, burn routing and node activation into one launch stack.
Executive summary
Peaq Human Node (PHN) is a dual-chain DePIN protocol rewarding verified human-operated nodes. 200M PHN total across two independent chains: 100M on Peaq Mainnet (live) and 100M on BNB Smart Chain (deploying). Each chain has its own full contract stack with identical allocation, presale pricing, and staking tiers.
Problem
DePIN networks need active machines and real operators, but early token systems often reward wallets before they prove useful participation. PHN approaches this by centering identity-gated node participation, peaq DID alignment and transparent on-site token flows.
Protocol model
Verified-human node activation
The node flow is designed around three gates: machine fingerprint, human attestation and peaq DID binding. The current website prepares wallet, DID and node command workflows; deeper automation must only go live after contract and infrastructure review.
Heartbeat rewards
Verified nodes are expected to send periodic heartbeats. Reward emission should be tied to valid operator identity and node activity, not passive wallet holding.
peaq-first rollout
The first production priority is peaq Mainnet support. BSC, Ethereum, BTC payment routing and additional chains are future phases and should not be marketed as live until deployed and verified.
Token and distribution
PHN total supply is 200,000,000 tokens across two independent chains — 100M on Peaq Mainnet (live) and 100M on BNB Smart Chain (deploying). Each chain carries the same allocation. All allocations are locked via on-chain contracts; privileged movements require the LaunchTimelock and must be documented publicly.
Per-chain allocation (100M each)
| Bucket | Amount (per chain) | Share | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Founder vesting | 50,000,000 PHN | 50% | Long-term team alignment via FounderVestingWallet. |
| Ecosystem treasury | 20,000,000 PHN | 20% | Partnerships, grants, listing support, user growth and operations. |
| Node reward vault | 20,000,000 PHN | 20% | Verified node participation and heartbeat incentives. |
| Liquidity | 10,000,000 PHN | 10% | Initial and future DEX/CEX liquidity support. |
Combined global allocation (200M)
| Bucket | Total (both chains) | Global Share |
|---|---|---|
| Founder vesting | 100,000,000 PHN | 50% |
| Ecosystem treasury | 40,000,000 PHN | 20% |
| Node reward vault | 40,000,000 PHN | 20% |
| Liquidity | 20,000,000 PHN | 10% |
Presale and burn routing
The presale starts at $0.02 per PHN. Later epochs increase price after defined caps. Every official purchase routes 2% total fee: 0.25% burn and 1.75% treasury. The buyer receives 98% of the gross PHN amount.
| Epoch | Price | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $0.02 | Initial community access and liquidity preparation. |
| 2 | $0.05 | Post-validation phase after first sale milestone. |
| 3 | $0.10 | Growth phase after initial listing progress. |
| 4 | $0.20 | Later phase before broader exchange/liquidity expansion. |
Staking
PHN staking is designed with three public tiers. Rewards depend on available reward-pool funding and deployed contract configuration.
| Tier | APY | Lock | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flex | 8% | 30 days | Entry staking, 30-day minimum lock, no early-exit penalty. |
| Locked | 15% | 90 days | Medium commitment and stronger yield. |
| Vault | 25% | 180 days | Long-term alignment and highest reward tier. |
Contracts and verification
Users must verify addresses before transacting. Contract verification, liquidity locking and listing pages should be updated as approvals go live.
PHN token: 0x83e2A4aB24A61d138f12569c497C3E5f2BF8694B
Presale: 0x334D6748a105Aa857890375a811bf51a0182a757
Staking: 0x2926c13A0f82b0462f686bbd6c67Fe78a444589A
peaq RPC: https://quicknode1.peaq.xyz | Chain ID: 3338
Roadmap
- Phase 1: peaq-first website, presale, staking, burn page, vesting, wallet, node activation and Subscan setup.
- Phase 2: social proof, listings, liquidity process, app install flow and community operations.
- Phase 3: NexaFlow Agents integration as an ongoing Skymetric execution proof point.
- Phase 4: own chain planning, games, utility tokens and governance token systems.
Risk disclosure
PHN is an early-stage blockchain project. Presale participation, staking, liquidity provision and token holding carry financial and technical risk. Nothing in this whitepaper is financial advice. Users should verify contracts, understand fees and avoid any unofficial DMs or links.