Vodafone’s PairPoint Strengthens Blockchain Role by Joining SKALE Network as Validator

TL;DR

PairPoint by Vodafone has joined the SKALE Network as a validator, building on its role as a genesis validator for FAIR. This dual participation signals trust in SKALE’s gas-free, high-performance blockchain for consumer dApps, and in FAIR’s MEV-resistant, privacy-focused infrastructure for enterprises. The move enhances SKALE’s validator set, boosts network decentralization, and highlights how global enterprises like Pairpoint by Vodafone are helping scale blockchain for billions of users.

Pairpoint by Vodafone Becomes SKALE Validator

The SKALE ecosystem continues its expansion with a major milestone: PairPoint by Vodafone is now an official validator on the SKALE Network. This step deepens Vodafone’s engagement with blockchain, coming after its commitment as a genesis validator for FAIR, the MEV-resistant and privacy focused Layer 1 developed by SKALE Labs.

By validating both SKALE and FAIR, PairPoint strengthens its role at the convergence of consumer adoption and enterprise-grade blockchain infrastructure.

Why This Matters

Validation is more than running infrastructure — it reflects confidence in a network’s long-term vision. PairPoint’s decision shows trust in SKALE’s gas-free, modular blockchain, designed for applications that demand speed, scalability, and decentralization.

Jack O’Holleran, Co-Founder and CEO of SKALE Labs, explains:

“What PairPoint brings to SKALE goes beyond validation. They’re demonstrating how traditional infrastructure leaders like Vodafone can power next-generation blockchain networks. Their dual network commitment shows they understand that gas-free consumer applications and privacy-focused enterprise infrastructure are complementary pieces of the same puzzle. This is how blockchain will serve billions.”

The Power of Dual Commitment

By running validators for both SKALE and FAIR, PairPoint positions itself at the intersection of consumer and enterprise adoption:

• SKALE delivers zero-gas, high-speed chains for gaming, AI, social, and consumer dApps.
  
• FAIR introduces Proof-of-Encryption, providing privacy-first and MEV-resistant infrastructure for institutions and enterprises.
  

Together, SKALE and FAIR create a complete blockchain stack designed for billions of users across both consumer and enterprise contexts.

Vodafone’s Vision Meets SKALE’s Innovation

David Palmer, CIO of PairPoint by Vodafone, shared:

“We are incredibly excited to share that in addition to our upcoming support for the ecosystem as a genesis validator for FAIR, we have chosen to run a validator for the SKALE Network. SKALE’s commitment to innovation in secure high-performance blockchain compute aligns deeply with our core tenants to bring IoT devices on-chain and build enterprise-grade solutions. We look forward to exploring further synergies between our PairPoint platform and the SKALE network, and working together to drive growth in the Economy of Things.”

This collaboration bridges Vodafone’s telecom expertise with SKALE’s gas-free scalability and privacy-enhanced enterprise stack.

Impact on the SKALE Network

PairPoint strengthens SKALE’s validator set, which already includes top-tier infrastructure providers. The addition improves:

• Network decentralization
  
• Security and resilience
  
• Institutional legitimacy
  

With over 55 million wallets served and $12 billion in gas fees saved, SKALE continues to scale real-world blockchain adoption. PairPoint’s involvement accelerates this trajectory.

Looking Ahead

Global enterprises are increasingly turning to SKALE and FAIR as the foundation for next-generation applications. PairPoint’s dual participation demonstrates how telecom leaders can drive Web3 adoption across IoT, AI, gaming, enterprise, and consumer use cases.

👉 You can stake with PairPoint by Vodafone through the SKALE Portal.

FAQ

What does it mean for PairPoint by Vodafone to be a SKALE validator?‍

PairPoint operates validator nodes that secure SKALE’s blockchain, process transactions, and maintain decentralization.

Why is SKALE gas-free?‍

SKALE eliminates gas fees for end users, making dApps affordable and scalable for mass adoption. This is especially important in gaming, AI, and consumer applications.

What is FAIR and how does it relate to SKALE?

FAIR is a privacy-focused blockchain developed by SKALE Labs. It integrates Proof-of-Encryption to prevent MEV (Maximal Extractable Value) and support enterprise-grade security. Together with SKALE, it forms a complete blockchain stack for consumer and enterprise contexts.

How does Pairpoint by Vodafone benefit from participating in SKALE and FAIR?‍

Through PairPoint, Vodafone gains a role in securing high-performance blockchain networks while extending its IoT and enterprise capabilities into Web3.

What impact does this have on SKALE’s ecosystem?‍

PairPoint by Vodafone strengthens SKALE’s validator set, boosting network resilience and signaling greater enterprise trust in SKALE’s infrastructure.