Key facts
- Helium Mobile is being acquired by Noble Mobile.
- The acquisition follows the recent discontinuation of Helium Mobile's free plan.
- Noble Mobile will assume the existing subscriber base.
- Noble Mobile intends to continue providing access to the Helium Network.
Helium Mobile, a mobile carrier that launched in 2023 with a plan to integrate traditional cellular coverage with its decentralized 5G network, has announced its acquisition by Noble Mobile. This development occurs shortly after Helium Mobile ceased offering its free plan. Noble Mobile, which also entered the market last year with a unique rewards-based MVNO, will take over Helium Mobile's current subscribers and commit to maintaining access to the Helium Network. The Helium team stated its ongoing mission to provide a decentralized mobile alternative.