According to BlockBeats, Helium Mobile announced on June 19 the launch of a licensing program for its hotspot devices. Helium Mobile's hotspot devices allow individuals or businesses to set up 'mini cell towers', transmit cell phone signals and pay tokens in exchange. Currently, although there are several third-party manufacturers and suppliers providing services for the Helium Internet of Things (IoT) network, Helium Mobile is still the only supplier of mobile signal coverage devices. Through the licensing program, Helium Mobile hopes to earn licensing fees from hotspots manufactured elsewhere while developing its cellular network. Developed by Nova Labs, Helium Mobile operates by combining its own distributed network coverage with services purchased from T-Mobile. It was first piloted in Miami and then launched nationwide in December last year for a monthly fee of $20.