A decentralized physical infrastructure (DePIN) project on Solana called NATIX announced yesterday (6th) that the company has established a strategic partnership with Grab, Southeast Asia's largest ride-hailing app, aiming to combine NATIX's blockchain-driven map data with Grab's cutting-edge camera hardware and AI mapping technology to create high-resolution, real-time updated global maps while promoting the development of autonomous driving and Physical AI applications.
Building Next-Generation Map Solutions
According to the announcement, the collaboration between NATIX and Grab covers multiple aspects, specifically including:
- Technical Integration: NATIX's decentralized map data network will be combined with Grab's advanced camera hardware and AI mapping software to achieve real-time, high-fidelity map updates.
- VX360 Device Launch: NATIX will launch the VX360 device based on Grab's hardware platform, allowing Tesla owners to collect and share 360° vehicle images, which will be used for map optimization and autonomous driving training data.
- Data Incentive Model: NATIX's DePIN model rewards users (especially drivers) for contributing map data through blockchain, complementing Grab's map data collection and enhancing data coverage and update frequency.
- Global Expansion: Both parties will expand to enterprise-level map services to achieve broader geographical coverage.
- AI Collaboration: NATIX plans to leverage Grab's advanced AI technology to further optimize its data extraction process, particularly in identifying road events (such as accidents, construction) and traffic signs.
Regarding this collaboration, NATIX Co-founder and CEO Alireza Ghods stated:
"The partnership with Grab is a crucial step in NATIX's global mapping vision. Grab's hardware and AI technology perfectly combines with our decentralized data network to provide more real-time and accurate map data at a lower cost."
GrabMaps posted on LinkedIn: "This collaboration brings together the best strengths of both parties. Through NATIX's DePIN model and GrabMaps' AI technology, we are creating the next generation of map solutions for global users."
What are NATIX and Grab?
NATIX is a DePIN project on the Solana blockchain, focusing on building the world's largest street camera network by crowdsourcing real-time map data. Its core products are AI-driven applications and devices that reward users (such as drivers) for contributing street view images or driving data.
Grab is the leading super app in Southeast Asia, providing ride-sharing, delivery, and financial services across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and other regions. Through its map service GrabMaps and KartaView project, Grab builds high-quality maps using crowdsourced data and advanced hardware (like KartaCam 2) to support navigation and service optimization.
