Bloxtel, a San Francisco-based startup building decentralized private 5G networks, announced it is deploying its infrastructure on Avalanche alongside the launch of its AP 201 device.
The AP 201 Device
The AP 201 is Bloxtel's flagship all-in-one 5G access point designed to run full core network functionality at the edge rather than routing everything through centralized cloud infrastructure. The device supports US band 48 and international band 78 and is being manufactured through a partnership with Askey Computer Corp., a subsidiary of ASUS. The device is slated for availability in Q4 2026.
Core Technology
Founded in 2022, Bloxtel has developed patented dSIM technology that uses asymmetric PKI-based authentication to replace traditional SIM card infrastructure. Device identity and network authentication occur through cryptographic key pairs rather than a physical chip tied to a carrier.
The company also developed Open6GC, a core network platform that integrates AI-driven automation and predictive maintenance. Bloxtel has claimed performance improvements including a 70% reduction in security threats, an 80% decrease in latency, a 90% drop in costs, and a tenfold increase in network capacity compared to traditional setups.
Business Model and Pricing
Bloxtel's business model centers on a setup fee plus monthly charges for small cell deployments. A basic plan is advertised at $499 per month.
Leadership and Industry Involvement
Co-founder Izzo Wane is a former AT&T executive who previously founded Simless, a connectivity-focused venture. Co-founder Karsten Ohme spent time at Deutsche Telekom and T-Systems specializing in cryptography. The company joined the OnGo Alliance in September 2024, a consortium focused on advancing private 5G deployments using Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) spectrum, which the FCC opened for commercial use to enable enterprises to deploy private LTE and 5G networks.
Prior to the Avalanche announcement, Bloxtel had been building on its own custom permissioned private blockchain for its Operator dApp and network management tools.
